Minuri and Aleena are taking the reins of Paedsoc on a Pod for the last time! After an incredible year of 6 monthly episodes and running the program that won the 2024 TuneFM Show of the Year award, they will be stepping down as President and Vice President of the UNE Paediatrics Society and handing the show over to next year's Executive.

Aleena and Minuri have done a truly fantastic job and we look back on their time as show runners with immense pride and joy. They've covered a myriad of different topics relating to paediatrics and child health, produced 6 terrific episodes, and conducted some amazing interviews with health professionals.

Today's episode ends their time as hosts with a bang - they're talking about adolescent mental health and the importance of maintaining positive mental health during these formative years. They'll also be discussing some possible catalysts of poor mental health and how to seek help if you or someone you know is experiencing mental health difficulties.

Don't forget to connect with the UNE Paediatric Society by following @unepaedsoc on Instagram!

Hi guys, welcome back to another episode of Paedsoc on a Pod! We are your hosts, Minuri & Aleena!!

This month, we explore the fascinating journey of cognitive and moral development in children. Starting off with Piaget’s stage theory and Vygotsky’s sociocultural approach, we discuss how kids learn and grow through interaction and cultural tools like language.

The episode features insights from key psychological experiments, such as the Still Face Experiment and the Bobo Doll Experiment, to illustrate how children absorb behaviours and understand the world around them. Wrapping up with a thought-provoking introduction to Kohlberg’s Heinz Dilemma, we invite you to ponder moral reasoning and tune in next month for a deeper dive into these ideas in the final episode of the year.

If you have any questions or topics you’d like us to cover, please connect with us on social media at UNE PAEDSOC on Instagram.

Interested in the experiments we talked about? Check out these links for more information:

More info about Vygotsky and Piaget: https://www.simplypsychology.org/piaget-vs-vygotsky.html

Still face experiment: https://youtu.be/YTTSXc6sARg?si=WBnTw9IYBfdQ9-1J

Bobo doll experiment: https://youtu.be/hHHdovKHDNU?si=Pjzmk0KP_sFG2yH_

Marshmallow experiment: https://youtu.be/QX_oy9614HQ?si=RVf59PKw32QD8Py1

In this new episode of “Paedsoc on a Pod,” join Minuri and Aleena as they delve into the crucial balance of studying, stress, and sleep, and the impact they have on the growing body. They'll explore how these factors interact, providing practical advice to help students navigate the intense pressures of Year 12 and beyond. From understanding the importance of good sleep hygiene, managing screen time and caffeine consumption, the PaedSoc pair equip you with valuable strategies to maintain a healthy balance.

If you have any questions or topics you’d like Aleena and Minuri to cover, please connect with them on social media at UNE PAEDSOC on Instagram!

Interested in learning more about what was discussed in this episode? Check out where the duo got their information from:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6984036/

https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/dopamine-fasting-misunderstanding-science-spawns-a-maladaptive-fad-2020022618917

https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/sleep/screens-and-your-sleep-the-impact-of-nighttime-use

https://www.sleepfoundation.org/nutrition/caffeine-and-sleep

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This month, Aleena and I are going through our neurology block, learning about all things related to the brain and head injuries. In this episode of Paedsoc on a Pod!, we delve into the critical topic of Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS) with our guest, Dr Thomas Moss, a resident medical officer from Newcastle, aspiring paediatrician, and JMP alumni.

As the conversation unfolds, Dr. Moss shares insights from his medical training and experiences, from working in the hospital system in Australia, and shedding light on the signs, symptoms, and long-term consequences of SBS. Together, we discuss the alarming prevalence of SBS cases, dispel common myths and misconceptions, and emphasise the urgent need for education and intervention.

Welcome to our very first episode on PaedSoc on a Pod! Today, we are hosting the amazing Dr Elizabeth Cotterell, our Clinical Dean of the Tablelands Clinical School here at the Armidale Rural Referral Hospital. Join us as we explore her role and path as a clinical dean and emergency paediatrician and query into the complex care of paediatric patients, from the dangers of giving a 6 month old baby water and variety of paediatric emergencies that occur within a practice.

The content within this podcast is not intended to be medical advice. If you are in need of help, contact your GP or phone 000 in an emergency.

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