Mary O'Kane

Dr Mary O’Kane is a Lecturer in Psychology and Early Childhood Studies at the Open Univeristy. Her research interests include childhood transitions; self esteem and wellbeing, and the value of play. She runs a monthly Parenting Slot on Ireland AM discussing a broad range of parenting and childhood issues while also responding to viewers parenting queries. She is also a regular contributor to the Alison Curtis Show on Today FM. She gives public talks and online Webinars for parents and educators on a range of topics related to child wellbeing, parenting, and education. For more information on her work see www.drmaryokane.ie or you can follow her on social media.