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Spotting the Signs of Teen Nicotine Use

Spotting the Signs of Teen Nicotine Use | Ep. 183

by Teen Life | October 7, 2025 | Drugs & Alcohol, Podcast | 0 Comments

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Learn the subtle signs of teen nicotine use, from fruity scents to hidden devices, and get practical tips to start honest, non-judgmental conversations.

Questions that Get Teens Talking

Questions That Get Teens Talking with Sarah Brooks | Ep. 182

by Teen Life | September 30, 2025 | Parenting, Podcast, Support Groups | 0 Comments

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Discover how small shifts in questions, timing, and listening can transform your interactions and get teens talking.

Helping Teens Balance Digital Lives - Episode 181

Helping Teens Balance Digital Lives with Sarah Brooks | 181

by Teen Life | September 23, 2025 | Podcast, Technology | 2 Comments

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Discover practical ways to help teens and the digital world coexist—guiding healthier habits, real-life connection, and balance in a screen-filled age.

Teen Back Talk + Halloween Ideas + Sport Watching Trends | Ep. 129

Teen Back Talk + Halloween Ideas + Sport Watching Trends | Ep. 129

Oct 17, 2023

What if we flipped the perspective on teen back talk? Plus, fun ideas for Halloween and learn new ways teens are watching sports.

$Girl Math + Spicy Chip Challenge + RushTok + Body Image | Ep. 128$

Girl Math + Spicy Chip Challenge + RushTok + Body Image | Ep. 128

Oct 8, 2023

Join the conversation on body image and teenagers. We’ll talk social media and how trends like “girl math,” “girl dinners” and other social media trends and challenges factor in.

127: Sibling Dynamics + Drive Thru Challenge + The Eras Tour

127: Sibling Dynamics + Drive Thru Challenge + The Eras Tour

Oct 3, 2023

Get tips for encouraging healthy sibling dynamics. Then catch up on the latest social media challenge, the meaning of “rizz”, the Eras tour and more.

126: Teen Support Groups & X App

126: Teen Support Groups & X App

Sep 26, 2023

Chris and Karlie talk about why teen support groups work, how they differ from therapy, and why we think they are a great idea for every teen.

125: Screen Apnea & Summer Recap 2023

125: Screen Apnea & Summer Recap 2023

Sep 19, 2023

Discover the hidden health risks of using screens. Breathe easy with our tips for a healthier digital life. Plus, relive the best of summer 2023 trends.

124: Connecting with Students & Spicy Books

124: Connecting with Students & Spicy Books

Sep 12, 2023

Connecting with students makes a huge difference when it comes to attendance and motivation in class! Get ideas for ways to connect and why it’s important! Also get need-to-know info about “spicy” books your teen may be reading.