Unpacking a child's changing brain

Many devoted parents instinctively step in to protect and guide their children yet struggle to know when to step back. For 35 years, Dr Jenny Brown has researched child and adolescent mental health and parent's involvement. She says while "helicopter parenting" is widely discoura ... Show More

Speech delays or difficulties can be concerning but there are a number of myths surrounding speech and language, so when should we be worried? Speech and language therapist Christian Wright.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details 

Getting children to eat their veggies, try new foods, and generally get a balanced diet are age-old parenting challenges. From the earliest introduction of solids, to picky toddlers, and growing teenagers, the trials are endless. So how do you deal with a fussy eater, and when do ... Show More

You pick up your teenager from a party, see wasted kids stumbling around, vomiting in bushes and you realise they’re no longer playing pin the tail on the donkey. How do we teach our kids to have a healthy relationship with alcohol? And is it ever okay to give your teen booze?  I ... Show More

An omnibus episode about protecting kids from drug and alcohol misuse. 

Teens are under so much pressure these days. Whether it's learning to drive or them resisting sexual temptation, how can you help as a parent? Jodie Berndt talks with Jim Daly on ways she learned to pray for her kids in the teen years. Then, John and Danny bring up how to help yo ... Show More

Overdose deaths among teenagers have skyrocketed in the last few years due to opioids like fentanyl. Experts say drug education that focuses on harm reduction, an approach that focuses on safety rather than abstinence, could help save lives. Here's how to start the conversation w ... Show More

Dr. Phil discusses how to talk to your children about the dangers and consequences of alcohol and  the most important way to keep your teenager safe if you suspect they are abusing drugs and alcohol.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ... Show More

In today’s episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd discuss the critical issue of teen drug use, offering insights on why some teens turn to substances and reminding parents that no one is immune to this challenge. They highlight key signs to watch for and emphasize the importan ... Show More

Dr. Phil discusses the importance of getting involved if you think your teenager is abusing drugs and alcohol and also the importance of having a conversation with your college kids about the dangers of alcohol abuse.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California ... Show More

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

How well do you know your teenager? Could your child be participating in risky or illegal activities right under your own roof? For more information: https://www.drphil.com/ Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/TheBestOfDrPhil Learn more about you ... Show More