http://www.702.co.za Talk Radio 702 - The Podcasts en-us 2006 12 March 2010 2 702webmaster@702.co.za Clinical psychologists Marc Kahn and Fatima Mbatha spoke about the psychology behind cheating and reasons why some partners have an irresistible urge to cheat in a relationship. The team also talked about the impact that cheating has on a relationship, the difference between emotional and physical cheating, and whether men cheat more than women. Also on the show was a discussion on how low self-esteem issues can drive men to cheat on their partners and how you can mend your relationship after your partner cheated on you. 12 March 2010 Clinical psychologist Dr Colinda Linde and nutritional scientist Jane Badham spoke about the psychology of eating and the emotions that influence our food choices. They also talked about the reasons why we eat, how some people use food as a coping mechanism for psychological problems like stress, and the importance of eating moderately. Also on the show were tips on how you can get your children to eat healthily, how to manage a binge eating problem, as well as whether one can be addicted to food. The team also explained why women are so prone to emotional eating. 05 March 2010 Clinical psychologist Marc Kahn and international facilitator of rites of passage workshops Stefan Herman spoke about the emotional challenges that teenage boys face when they are in a transitional period of becoming men and how a boys to men mentoring network can help in this regard. They also talked about the transition points that young boys usually pass through like puberty, moving to a new school and how these play a major role in shaping their perceptions of the world. Also on the show was a discussion on how you can play a role as a parent in helping your teenage son understand who he is in society so that he can be a mature man, and how the lack of a father figure in a family can result in boys engaging in violent behaviour. 26 February 2010 Our clinical psychologist Siyabonga Nkosi spoke on the fantasy and the reality of finding love. He paid attention to society’s perception of love and what people make of it. Other key points of the discussion were on how to filter out negativity, the fear of being alone, different barriers people put up which result in disappointment or failure, security needs (being in an environment where you give and receive love), understanding exactly what it is that you looking for and best of all establishing self-confidence and self love. He also talked about how to go about finding friendships, and relationship when you much older, or if you have been divorced or hurt. 20 February 2010 Clinical psychologist Michael Sissison spoke about the role of a parent in handling an adolescent child’s psychological tensions which include confusion about their role in society; identity crisis; as well as relationship dilemmas. He also spoke about how peer pressure contributes in creating a tension in your adolescent child’s life; why it is important to know the daily processes of your child’s life to prevent emotional tribulations. He also talked about a ‘reflective listening’ tool and how it helps in making your adolescent child feel understood and heard at home. Also discussed was how some parenting styles lead to children having problems later in life like self esteem problems; and how the modern world causes anxiety in children. 05 February 2010 Clinical psychologist Jodie Hepker talked about self esteem and how critical it is in every aspect of your life. She also spoke about whether shifting the goal posts amounts to low self esteem; how low-self esteem can be linked to different psychological disturbances like depression; and things that can be done to overcome self-esteem problems as an adult. Also discussed on the show - how to spot somebody who has low self esteem; how to build self esteem in your child as a parent; and whether self-esteem problems relate to arrogance at the work place. 29 January 2010 Clinical psychologist Jodie Hepker talked about self esteem and how critical it is in every aspect of your life. She also spoke about whether shifting the goal posts amounts to low self esteem; how low-self esteem can be linked to different psychological disturbances like depression; and things that can be done to overcome self-esteem problems as an adult. Also discussed on the show - how to spot somebody who has low self esteem; how to build self esteem in your child as a parent; and whether self-esteem problems relate to arrogance at the work place. 29 January 2010 Neuro-Linguistic Programming and Life Coach Chris Kennedy spoke about neuro linguistic programming (NLP) techniques and how powerful they are in getting rid of the negative past experiences that hold you back from reaching your full potential in life. She also spoke about how NLP can help with procrastination problems and interpersonal skills, as well as some tips on how you can remain mentally strong if things are not going the way you want them to. Also discussed is how to deal with a rape trauma, and what you can do if you have already hit a slump with your New Year’s resolutions. 22 January 2010 Clinical psychologist Siyabonga Nkosi spoke about the art of forgiveness, forgetting and letting go. He gave advice on how to deal with betrayal, and what to do when the offender does not show remorse. 15 January 2010 Clinical psychologist Dr Colinda Linde spoke about New Year’s resolutions and how to make them stick. She gives you some advice on where to start with your resolutions and helps you make changes in the different areas of your life that weigh you down emotionally like problematic relationships or a stressful job. She also spoke about how to restructure your thoughts to make the transition of going back to work more positive. Also discussed on the show were some tips on how to pick and choose the resolutions that will be beneficial for you in the long run and how you can get the energy going throughout the year. 08 January 2010