New research on teen girls and mental health shows that teen girls are struggling more than we even thought. This week on the podcast I talk about why teens are facing more struggles than ever, and how teen girls can still remain happy, even with the odds they have against them. https://www.theteenlifeschool.com/
Sep 2024
254: You Are Not Alone: Reaching out for Support with Dr. Shairi Turner
September is suicide prevention month and knowing when and how to get help can make a world of difference. This week on the podcast Dr. Shairi Turner, Chief Health Officer at Crisis Text Line, joins me to talk about getting help during a crisis, mental stigma, as well as tips on ... Show More
37m 13s
Aug 2024
253: Social Media is Good For Teens! with JoAnn Schauf
Social media and teens doesn't always equal a bad thing. On the podcast this week I have author JoAnn Schauf, MS, joining me to talk about why social media is a great tool and resource for teens to use. To learn more about JoAnn, visit: https://www.yourtweenandyou.com/about-joann ... Show More
26m 21s
Sep 2024
Supporting Your Teen Through Life's Challenges
In today’s episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd explore the struggles teens often face, including issues like drugs, addiction and pornography. Mark emphasizes the importance of parents being proactive, understanding that teens are likely to encounter these challenges, often ... Show More
17m 11s
Nov 2022
Keep Your Welcome Mat Out for Your Teens
As teens develop into adulthood, they'll inevitably take some wrong turns — and maybe get totally lost — along the way. If your teen makes poor choices and gets lost, don't write them off! In this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd discuss why it's important to ... Show More
15m 53s
Sep 2024
184: How Do I Support a Teen Who Hates Her Body?
“Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Parenting” is the essential podcast for parents seeking expert guidance, tested strategies, and psychological insights on raising kids, especially tweens and teens. Join renowned clinical psychologist Dr. Lisa Damour and former journalist and mom of t ... Show More
35m 6s
Aug 27
Helping Teens Navigate a Parent’s Mental Health: A Conversation with Dr. Michelle Sherman, Episode 146
In this episode of the Child Psych Podcast, we speak with Dr. Michelle Sherman, clinical psychologist and co-author of "I'm Not Alone" a powerful book written for teens who have a parent with mental illness. Dr. Sherman shares insights from decades of research and clinical work, ... Show More
25m 34s
Feb 2024
EP295 Can banning phones in school help solve the youth mental health crisis? (with Dr. Jean Twenge)
There has been a significant increase in mental health issues among young people in America since 2012, including anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicide attempts, and suicide. Contrary to popular belief, these trends started before the pandemic, with rates of major depression am ... Show More
29m 24s
Dec 2023
Suicidal Teenage Love - Sayed Jawad Qazwini
Sayed Jawed Qazwini shares a brief but impactful podcast on a teenager's tragic suicide, highlighting the broader issues of pain, trauma, neglect, and abuse that many young people endure. He calls for collective awareness and support to address the mental health challenges faced ... Show More
2m 50s