Attention Seeking
Attention Seeking

Arkansas A.W.A.R.E.

Attention Seeking Welcome to season 4 of Arkansas A.W.A.R.E.! Why do students seek attention? "They just want attention." Just??? Is it negative to need attention? Is it unnecessary? They shouldn't need attention?... Let's talk about it! Join us on...

InformativeSupportiveEmpoweringEngagingThought-provoking

21:26•23 Jan 2023

RSS Feed

About this podcast

Arkansas A.W.A.R.E.

DESE Podcasts

Dr. Betsy Kindall, Nicole Fairchild and Dr. Stacy Moore discuss Arkansas A.W.A.R.E. - a project to Advance Wellness And Resiliency in Education. Project A.W.A.R.E. is a grant program funded by S.A.M.H.S.A. (the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration). Betsy is an educator, a licensed school counselor and the Statewide Coordinator for Arkansas A.W.A.R.E. She has worked in Arkansas schools for nearly 20 years. Nicole is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has worked in schools for about 10 years. She is the project manager at one of the Arkansas A.W.A.R.E.. remote sites. Stacy is a Behavior Support Specialist/School Psychologist with Arkansas A.W.A.R.E. and has been working in Arkansas schools over 15 years. They love working together and this podcast is a result of the creative energy synthesized through their conversations about mental health awareness. They begin by sharing a little about their previous work background and goals for this podcast series. In subsequent episodes, they focus on individual topics related to school culture and mental health. Their conversations are as witty and entertaining as they are informative. They share touching personal stories and address real-life situations that will help enable every listener to become more A.W.A.R.E. of the world around them. The episodes in this series are generally less than ten minutes long, but are packed with valuable information and commentary that will leave you wanting more! New episodes are scheduled for release weekly, every Monday. This project is dedicated to Advancing Wellness and Resiliency in Education. Please feel free to subscribe to this podcast and join us as we strive to help everyone become more A.W.A.R.E.! Website: https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/learning-services/school-health-services/arkansas-aware Produced by Donnie Lee Music: https://www.purple-planet.com More information: https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/communications/dese-podcasts

Emotional HealthSobriety ToolkitBody & MindMindful RecoveryRelationships

Episodes: 135

View Podcast Visit External Site

Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!

Rethinking Attention Seeking: Insights from Arkansas A.W.A.R.E.

“What's the amount that you need, that I can give, that will fill you up and not drain me?”

Why do students crave attention? Is it really such a bad thing? In this engaging episode of Arkansas A.W.A.R.E., hosts Betsy Kindall, Nicole Fairchild, and Stacy Moore dive into the complexities of attention-seeking behavior in schools. Far from being just a nuisance, they argue that seeking attention is a natural human need. Through witty and relatable discussions, they break down why it's crucial to meet this need in positive ways and teach new skills to replace less appropriate behaviors.

They also offer practical tips for educators on how to balance giving attention without feeling drained, emphasizing the importance of cultivating curiosity. If you're an educator, parent, or anyone interested in mental health in education, this episode offers valuable insights and real-world advice to help you understand and address attention-seeking behavior more effectively.

PreviousLagging Skills

NextI Like You?