About Kathy Brodie
Kathy Brodie is the founder of Early Years TV and the Early Years Summit.
Kathy holds a Masters in Early Childhood Education from the University of Sheffield, a Diploma in Teaching Lifelong Learners (DTLLS) from Stockport College, and achieved her Early Years Professional status at Liverpool Hope University. Her first degree was from Manchester Metropolitan University.
She began her Early Years career as a parent helper in nursery, then trained as a SENCO before gaining becoming one of the first people in the UK to gain Early Years Professional status. She later went on to lecture at the University of Chester and Stockport College before setting up her own online training business.
She is the author of multiple published books on Early Years Childcare and Child Development, including:
Kathy’s goal through Early Years TV and the Early Years Summit is to bring Early Years Professionals the very best strategies, tips and techniques to improve and inspire their practice and better support the children in their care.
Her mission is to bring high-quality information and training to Early Years Practitioners and Educators around the world and to make it either free or easily affordable for all.
Kathy’s Articles on Early Years TV:
Why your MBTI results keep changing: research-backed explanations of test inconsistency, practical methods for finding patterns, and when accuracy matters.
Complete guide to ENTJ personality: cognitive functions, strengths, challenges, relationships, careers, and development strategies.
Discover the ESTP personality type – strengths, careers, relationships, and cognitive functions. Complete guide to understanding the Entrepreneur.
Complete ENTP personality guide: cognitive functions, career paths, relationship strategies, and overcoming career paralysis for Debaters.
Complete guide to ESFP personality type covering cognitive functions, careers, relationships, and personal growth for The Entertainer.
Discover MBTI cognitive functions: the 8 mental processes driving personality types. Learn your function stack and apply insights to growth.
Discover how health psychology reveals mind-body connections. Evidence-based strategies for stress, behavior change, and wellness optimization.
Discover how psychology drives 95% of purchases. Explore decision-making, cognitive biases, generational differences & ethical marketing strategies.
Discover the science of trust psychology, practical strategies for building trust in relationships, and evidence-based approaches to trust repair
Discover evidence-based motivation psychology principles. Learn intrinsic vs extrinsic motivation, goal-setting theory & practical strategies.
Discover communication psychology principles: neuroscience of interaction, active listening techniques, nonverbal cues, and conflict resolution.
Discover the science behind flow state psychology. Learn research-backed strategies for achieving peak performance and optimal experience.
Discover 8 science-backed study techniques that improve learning by 50%. Evidence-based strategies replace ineffective methods like highlighting.
Discover stress psychology: how your mind responds to pressure, why people react differently, and evidence-based techniques for building resilience.
Complete guide to depression psychology: symptoms, causes, CBT treatment approaches, and recovery strategies for lasting mental health.
Discover how memory works through neuroscience research. Learn evidence-based techniques for memory improvement, debunk common myths, optimize your brain.
Comprehensive guide to dark triad personality traits. Learn to recognize narcissism, Machiavellianism & psychopathy patterns for protection.
Complete guide to anxiety disorders: types, symptoms, evidence-based treatments, and practical coping strategies for recovery and wellbeing.
Master decision-making psychology with science-based strategies. Discover cognitive biases, emotional intelligence, and frameworks for better choices.
Discover Robert Cialdini’s 7 principles of persuasion with practical applications, ethical frameworks, and scientific insights for effective influence.
Discover how social influence shapes your decisions. Learn to recognize conformity, obedience & bystander effects plus build resistance skills
Discover attribution theory: how we explain behavior, common errors like fundamental attribution error, and strategies for better relationships.
Comprehensive guide to nicotine addiction science, covering brain mechanisms, genetic factors, withdrawal, and evidence-based treatments.
Discover why people commit crimes through psychological, biological & social factors. Evidence-based guide to criminal behavior & prevention.
Comprehensive guide to stress psychology covering HPA axis function, cortisol responses, acute vs chronic stress effects, and evidence-based management strategies.
Complete guide to eating disorders: biology, psychology & cultural factors. Evidence-based treatment, recovery paths & prevention strategies.
Discover why obesity stems from complex psychological & social factors, not personal failings. Evidence-based insights for lasting health solutions.
Explore criminal profiling methods, accuracy rates, and career realities. Learn FBI techniques vs investigative psychology in this evidence-based guide.
Complete guide to stress sources: major life events vs daily hassles, Holmes-Rahe Scale, workplace stress, and practical recognition strategies.
Explore how biological factors and social learning combine to shape aggressive behavior. Evidence-based insights for prevention and intervention.
Discover Robert Selman’s 5 stages of perspective-taking development. Essential guide for parents & educators supporting children’s social growth.
Complete guide to schizophrenia covering symptoms, causes, breakthrough 2024 treatments, and recovery. Expert insights for families and individuals.
Discover how online relationships work, from psychology to practical strategies. Evidence-based guide to digital dating success & safety.
Complete guide to parasocial relationships: psychology, benefits, risks, and healthy boundary strategies for media connections in digital age.
Psychology research ethics guide covering social sensitivity, vulnerable populations, ethical frameworks, and responsible research practices.
Recognize Stockholm syndrome in relationships, understand the psychology of trauma bonding, and discover pathways to recovery and healthy connections
Discover why robots & CGI trigger deep discomfort. Complete guide to the uncanny valley: psychology, examples, research & design solutions.
Explore gender and cultural bias in psychology: androcentrism, WEIRD populations, ethnocentrism. Learn to identify bias for inclusive research.
Complete guide to amygdala functions in psychology. Learn structure, development, clinical applications, and therapeutic approaches.
Explore the fundamental debate between holistic and reductionist approaches in psychology. Complete guide for students and professionals.
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Explore the free will vs determinism debate through philosophy, neuroscience, and practical applications in therapy, justice, and personal development.
Master statistical significance with our comprehensive guide to p-values, Type I/II errors, and effect sizes for evidence-based decisions.
Comprehensive guide to case study methodology in psychology. Learn types, famous examples, step-by-step processes, and modern applications.
Complete guide to content analysis: quantitative vs qualitative methods, step-by-step procedures, software tools, quality standards.
Learn how synaptic transmission enables brain communication. Discover neurotransmitters, plasticity, and mental health connections explained simply.
Discover how brain localization and neuroplasticity work together in modern neuroscience. Expert guide to brain development, recovery, and optimization.
Learn what triggers your fight-or-flight response, why it activates in modern life, and evidence-based techniques to manage stress effectively.
Comprehensive guide to hormone-behavior connections. Learn how endocrine system influences mood, stress, development & relationships.
Research reveals gender differences in love languages: women prefer Words of Affirmation and Quality Time, while men favor Physical Touch. Evidence-based guide.
Comprehensive guide to nervous system organization: central vs peripheral divisions, functions, development, and practical applications.
Comprehensive guide to OCD biological foundations: genetics, brain circuits, neurotransmitters & evidence-based treatments for optimal outcomes.
Discover Beck’s cognitive triad & Ellis’s ABC model for depression. Evidence-based CBT techniques, research findings & practical self-help guide.
Discover Baddeley’s groundbreaking working memory model and how it differs from short-term memory. Essential guide for educators and parents.
Discover Atkinson & Shiffrin’s Multi-Store Model of Memory: how sensory, short-term & long-term memory work together in this complete guide.
Discover the psychology of resistance to social influence. Learn practical strategies for independent thinking and developing psychological resilience.
Discover Konrad Lorenz’s groundbreaking imprinting theory through his famous goose experiments. Learn how early bonding shapes behavior.
Discover Schaffer & Emerson’s 4 stages of attachment development. Learn how quality over quantity shapes secure bonds in early childhood.
Discover your self-love language for better mental health. Evidence-based guide to Words of Affirmation, Quality Time, Acts of Service & more.
Discover evidence-based frameworks to improve decision quality. Learn about cognitive biases, systematic approaches, and psychological tools.
Learn practical strategies to overcome cognitive biases and improve decision-making. Evidence-based techniques for better judgment in work and life.
Discover why criticism affects you 5x more than praise. Learn evidence-based strategies to counter negativity bias while maintaining healthy caution
Learn why confirmation bias affects 87% of decisions. Discover proven strategies to recognize and overcome this cognitive bias in relationships and career.
Discover 25 cognitive biases affecting daily decisions. Learn recognition strategies and practical tools to improve judgment in relationships, work, and life.
Master emotional intelligence for stronger relationships. Learn self-awareness, regulation, and communication skills that transform interactions.
Develop genuine self-awareness with research-based techniques. Practical strategies for emotional intelligence growth in personal and professional life.
Discover how Harry Harlow’s groundbreaking monkey experiments proved that attachment is based on comfort, not food, revolutionizing psychology.
Comprehensive guide to understanding and supporting early childhood anxiety. Expert strategies for parents to help children ages 0-8 build emotional resilience
Learn how to adapt love languages when supporting partners with depression, anxiety, or mental health challenges. Trauma-informed guidance.
How do Millennials, Gen Z, and Boomers express love differently? Explore generational love language differences and bridge age gaps.
Master emotional intelligence with our complete guide. Discover the 4 core EQ components, assessment methods, and proven development strategies.
Discover how love languages vary across cultures worldwide. Learn cultural differences in expressing affection and relationship advice.
Discover evidence-based personality development strategies using Big Five, MBTI & Enneagram. Learn how to grow your traits sustainably.
Discover evidence-based strategies for developing prosocial behavior in early childhood. Expert guide covering development timelines & practical approaches.
Compare MBTI, Big Five, and Enneagram personality tests. Discover which framework suits your goals with expert guidance on assessment accuracy.
Evidence-based strategies for teaching children conflict resolution skills. Learn the PEACE method, age-specific approaches & practical activities
Emergency relationship help using love languages. Quick fixes for after fights, communication breakdowns, and crisis situations. Immediate action steps.
Expert guide to child communication development from birth to school age. Learn milestones, practical strategies, and when to seek help.
Learn evidence-based strategies for developing social skills in early years. Age-specific milestones, practical activities & expert guidance.
Master love languages in long-distance relationships. Creative digital solutions for virtual dates, remote gifts & staying connected.
Evidence-based strategies for teaching optimism to children using Seligman’s ABCDE model. Age-specific techniques for building positive thinking patterns.
Complete guide to parenting neurodivergent children. Early signs, professional support, home strategies, school advocacy.
Discover online and local neurodivergent communities for authentic connection, identity development, and mutual support across autism, ADHD, and other differences
Comprehensive guide to building executive function skills for neurodivergent adults with practical strategies, assessments, and accommodations.
Comprehensive guide to neurodivergent mental health, anxiety, depression, therapy options, and daily management strategies for ADHD, autism.
Complete career guide for neurodivergent professionals: industry insights, resume tips, interview strategies, and workplace success.
Discover neurodivergent masking signs, causes & safe unmasking strategies. Expert guide to recognizing exhausting social performance & finding authenticity.
Complete guide to neurodivergent dating: practical strategies for authentic relationships, communication tips, and finding love as your true self.
Complete guide comparing ADHD, autism, and dyslexia. Understand differences, overlaps, strengths, and support strategies for neurodivergence.
Discover how neurodiversity drives workplace innovation. Expert guide to accommodations, strengths, and strategies for inclusive teams.
Discover neurodivergent signs in adults with comprehensive age-specific recognition patterns, workplace indicators, and practical next steps.