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228: Encore: What Should I Do When Other Parents Host Wild Parties?
Your teen wants to go to a party—but you’re worried about underage drinking, peer pressure, and safety. In this can’t-miss encore, Dr. Lisa & Reena outline how to talk with your teen about parties, r…
Published on 2 months, 1 week ago
227: Encore: The Power of Belonging with Special Guest Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble
Social isolation, loneliness, and friendship struggles are all too common in middle and high school. Celebrated psychologist & author Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble joins Dr. Lisa and Reena to talk about h…
Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago
226: Encore: What Should I Do With Dicey Information About Other People’s Kids?
Your teen just shared something concerning about a friend. Now what? Dr. Lisa & Reena offer a thoughtful roadmap for what to do when your teen is a “safe person” for their peers—but you’re left holdi…
Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago
225: Encore: Should I Let My Son Spend All His Free Time Playing Video Games?
Your teen's gaming habit might not be all bad. Video games can feel like a battleground for parents—but are they always a negative? In this episode, Dr. Lisa & Reena explore how gaming can help teens…
Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago
224: Encore: Lessons from Netflix's "Adolescence"
Raising a teen boy? Dr. Lisa & Reena use the Netflix series Adolescence as a springboard to explore masculinity, emotional vulnerability, and how boys handle pressure in today’s world. Together they …
Published on 3 months ago
223: Practical Optimism with Dr. Sue Varma
How do we help our tweens and teens thrive—even in tough times? Dr. Sue Varma joins Dr. Lisa & Reena to break down the science of optimism and the four key pillars of mental well-being. You’ll learn…
Published on 3 months, 1 week ago
222: The Summer of Building Independence
Are you tired of doing EVERYTHING for your kids? Use summer as Independence Bootcamp! Dr. Lisa & Reena explore game-changing strategies to empower kids with life skills, from doing laundry to riding …
Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago
221: Encore: What’s the Best Way for My Teen to Handle a Mean “Friend”?
Is your middle schooler or high schooler dealing with a so-called “friend” who’s just… mean? You’re not alone. Tweens and teens often struggle with toxic friendships, and it’s tough for parents to kn…
Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago
220: How to Stay Connected When Teens Pull Away. Guests: Gordon Neufeld, PhD & Gabor Maté, MD
Are you struggling to connect with your teenager in the digital age? Dr. Gabor Maté and Dr. Gordon Neufeld join Reena & Dr. Lisa to reveal groundbreaking insights into parent-child relationships, tec…
Published on 4 months ago
219: My Kid is a Hypochondriac. What Can I Do?
Is your child constantly worried about their health, thinking that every minor ache or pain could be a potential medical crisis? Dr. Lisa and Reena dive deep into the world of illness anxiety disorde…
Published on 4 months, 1 week ago