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Ep. 115: Anger

Ep. 115: Anger

by | Jul 11, 2023 | Parenting, Podcast, Stereotypes

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Is it normal for a teenager to be angry all the time​?

Being a teenager is like riding an emotional rollercoaster, and parents often ask, “why is my teen so angry?”. Chris dives into why the stereotype of the angry or annoyed teenager isn’t entirely wrong, but it isn’t right either.

Listen for background information on why your teen may seem mad and how to help channel that emotion into a state of better self-awareness.

Check out these resources on teens and anger.

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Chris Robey
Chris Robey

Former CEO

Ep: 114: Sneaking

Ep: 114: Sneaking

by | Jul 4, 2023 | Parenting, Podcast, Stereotypes

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How do you deal with sneaking?

When teens start sneaking around to get what they want or need, it can be tempting to freak out and “lay down the law.” Tobin offers a different perspective on what might be behind sneaky behavior and how to talk about it with your teenager.

Check out these resources on teens and sneaking

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Tobin Hodges

Tobin Hodges

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Ep. 113: Gossip

Ep. 113: Gossip

by | Jun 27, 2023 | Mental Health, Parenting, Podcast, Stereotypes

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Gossip affects all age groups, but for teenagers it can be especially harmful. Between whispers in the hallways, text messages, social media, and other media, gossip is a particularly difficult terrain for teens to navigate. Karlie Duke talks about why teens might gossip, as well as strategies for helping teenagers avoid participating in the rumor mill.

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Karlie Duke
Karlie Duke

Communications Director

Ep. 112: Lying

Ep. 112: Lying

by | Jun 20, 2023 | Parenting, Podcast, Stereotypes

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What do I do when my teen is lying?

 

Lying feels personal, but what if it’s not?

In fact, 98% of teenagers worldwide lie to their parents.

That’s not a typo. Ninety-eight percent.

So, the bad news is that your teen is probably lying to you. But the good news is that it’s not really about you.

In episode 112, Chris Robey talks about what’s really happening most of the time when teens lie and how to handle tough conversations about dishonesty.

Check out these resources on teenagers and lying.

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Chris Robey
Chris Robey

Former CEO

Ep. 111: Laziness

Ep. 111: Laziness

by | Jun 13, 2023 | Podcast, Stereotypes

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Why teen laziness might not be what you think

It’s easy to buy into the stereotype that teens are lazy. After all, sleeping late and not wanting to do homework are pretty typical teen behaviors. But is laziness the real reason behind them?

Tobin Hodges takes on teen laziness and why it might not be what you think in week two of our summer podcast series.

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Tobin Hodges
Tobin Hodges

Program Director