In this episode of the Irish Occupational Therapy podcast, hosts Jen Trzeciak and Aideen Ruttledge welcome Lorraine Madden, an educational psychologist, to discuss school-based anxiety. Lorraine shares her personal experiences with anxiety in school and provides insights into the symptoms, contributing factors, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on children's mental health. She emphasises the importance of understanding the unique needs of neurodivergent children and offers practical tips for parents and educators to support children experiencing anxiety. The conversation highlights the significance of building safe environments and fostering connections to help children thrive academically and emotionally.