Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam: Recent Episodes
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Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam is THE podcast for determined yet frustrated parents who struggle with connecting and communicating with their teenagers.
If you’ve tried everything you can think of, but you still feel like you’re floundering; if you want to parent with confidence, but secretly worry that people are judging you and your kids; if want to set your teen up for success but fear you’re failing them...this podcast is for you.
In each episode Adolescent Psychologist and Certified Family Success Coach, Cameron (Dr. Cam) Caswell, PhD guides you around the teenage land minds with practical tips, simple solutions, and words of encouragement.
Listen in every Tuesday and Thursday as Dr. Cam chats with different experts and gets them to share their best kept secrets and insights.
Why just try to survive the teen years, when your whole family can thrive?
Download a free guide to motivating unmotivated teens at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens.
Do you ever feel like your teen knows exactly how to push your buttons? It's easy to focus on changing your teen's behavior, but what if the biggest shift starts with you? Many parents unknowingly carry emotional wounds from their own childhood that shape how they respond to conflict, criticism, and connection with their teens.
In this episode, Dr. Cam sits down with licensed therapist, attachment expert, and bestselling author Eli Harwood to explore how healing your own emotional baggage can transform your relationship with your teen. Together, they discuss the impact of generational trauma, why secure attachment doesn't require perfect parenting, and how balancing emotional warmth with healthy boundaries helps teens grow into confident, independent adults. If you're ready to break unhealthy family patterns and build a stronger connection with your teen, this episode offers compassionate, research-backed guidance.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
How unresolved emotional wounds can affect the way you parent your teen
Why secure attachment comes from balancing emotional support with healthy boundaries
How to stop repeating generational patterns and build a stronger parent-teen relationship
Why repairing mistakes—not being a perfect parent—is what helps teens feel safe and connected
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Security Attached: Raising Securely Attached Kids by Eli Harwood
How to Deal with Your Sht So Your Kids Don't Have To* by Eli Harwood
Attachment Nerd Secure Parent Program
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Eli Harwood
Website: attachmentnerd.com
Instagram: @AttachmentNerd
Facebook: @AttachmentNerd
YouTube: Attachment Nerd
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell
Website: askdrcam.com
Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
TikTok: @the.teen.translator
YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS
00:00 Understanding Attachment and Parenting
02:58 The Importance of Dealing with Our Own Issues
06:05 Navigating Shame and Acceptance in Parenting
08:58 The Role of Emotional Needs in Parent-Child Relationships
12:00 Feedback and Communication Between Parents and Teens
14:59 Defensiveness and Its Impact on Relationships
17:57 Building Trust and Connection with Teens
22:09 Navigating Parenting Responses
24:37 The Importance of Structure and Nurture
26:56 Building Trust and Connection with Teens
29:12 Understanding Adolescent Development
32:22 Embracing the Messiness of Adolescence
34:51 The Role of Community in Parenting
37:12 Finding Support and Healing
39:11 The Power of Connection and Attachment
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth.
Whether you're struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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Rebuild Trust with Your Teen: How to Stop Overparenting and Strengthen Your Relationship | JoAnn Crohn
Do conversations with your teen often turn into arguments, silence, or frustration? Many parents try to help by giving advice, solving problems, or closely managing their teen's life—but those well-intentioned efforts can actually push teens away.
In this episode, Dr. Cam sits down with certified parent coach, bestselling author, and host of the No Guilt Mom podcast JoAnn Crohn to discuss how parents can rebuild trust, improve communication, and create stronger relationships with their teens. Together, they explore why overparenting is often driven by fear, how curiosity creates deeper connection than control, and why your own happiness as a parent plays a bigger role than you might think. If you're ready to stop the power struggles and create a relationship where your teen actually wants to come to you, this episode is full of practical strategies and eye-opening insights.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
How overparenting and anxiety can unintentionally push your teen away
Why curiosity is more powerful than lectures when building trust with your teen
How to validate your teen's emotions without trying to fix every problem
Simple ways to encourage independence while strengthening your parent-teen relationship
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
The Best Mom Is a Happy Mom by JoAnn Crohn
No Guilt Mom Podcast
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: JoAnn Crohn
Website: https://www.noguiltmom.com
Instagram: @NoGuiltMom
Podcast: No Guilt Mom
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell
Website: askdrcam.com
Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
TikTok: @the.teen.translator
YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS
00:00 Understanding the Parent-Teen Dynamic
02:54 The Importance of Parental Happiness
06:00 Navigating Parental Pressure and Expectations
08:52 The Impact of Overparenting
12:00 Managing Emotions and Validation
15:01 The Role of Social Media in Teen Life
22:48 Understanding Bullying and Social Media Dynamics
24:30 The Role of Parents in Digital Safety
26:39 The Need for Connection in a Digital Age
29:57 Building Trust and Communication with Teens
32:43 Observing vs. Instructing: The Parenting Balance
36:38 Encouraging Autonomy and Curiosity in Teens
41:49 Navigating Relationships and Misunderstandings
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth.
Whether you're struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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Parenting Anxious Teens: How to Build Confidence Instead of Fear | Dana Colthart
Does your teen avoid challenges, shut down under pressure, or constantly seek reassurance? It can be hard to know whether they're simply nervous or struggling with anxiety—and many of the ways parents naturally try to help can actually make anxiety worse.
In this episode, Dr. Cam sits down with licensed clinical social worker Dana Colthart, who specializes in treating OCD, anxiety, panic disorders, and eating disorders, to discuss practical strategies for supporting anxious teens. Together, they explain why avoidance strengthens anxiety, how parents can validate their teen's fears without reinforcing them, and what it really takes to build resilience and confidence. If you're tired of watching your teen struggle and wondering how to help without making things worse, this episode offers expert guidance and actionable tools.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
How to recognize when your teen's anxiety has become avoidance—and why that matters
Why reassurance and accommodation often make teen anxiety worse instead of better
How to validate your teen's fears while helping them build confidence through discomfort
Simple parenting strategies that support resilience without increasing anxiety
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Diffusion
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Dana Colthart
Website: https://www.danacolthart.com
Practice: Clear Light Therapy New Jersey
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell
Website: askdrcam.com
Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
TikTok: @the.teen.translator
YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS
00:00 Understanding Teen Anxiety and Avoidance
02:54 The Role of Diagnosis in Treatment
05:42 Identifying and Addressing Avoidance Behaviors
08:36 Mistakes Parents Make in Supporting Anxious Teens
11:20 The Importance of Communication and Support
14:18 Navigating Self-Defeating Thoughts
17:02 The Power of Diffusion Techniques
20:02 Building Patience and Understanding
22:46 Managing Urgency and Expectations
25:32 Creating a Safe Space for Recovery
28:30 The Role of Parental Support in Treatment
31:23 Final Thoughts and Resources
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth.
Whether you're struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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Helping Your Teen Navigate Sex, Relationships, and Growing Up Without Shame
Talking to your teen about sex is one of the conversations many parents dread—but avoiding it can leave teens turning to friends, social media, or pornography for answers. So how do you have honest conversations without making everyone want to disappear?
In this episode, Dr. Cam sits down with Amy Lang, M.A., sexuality educator, parent educator, and author of Sex Talks with Tweens, to discuss how parents can replace fear and awkwardness with confidence and connection. Amy shares practical strategies for talking about consent, pornography, LGBTQ+ support, body autonomy, and sexual health in ways teens can actually hear. Whether you're wondering when to start these conversations or how to recover after saying the wrong thing, this episode will help you build trust while preparing your teen for healthy relationships and safer decision-making.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
• Why preparing your teen for healthy relationships works better than trying to prevent sexual activity
• How to talk about consent, pornography, birth control, and healthy sexuality without creating shame
• Practical conversation strategies that help teens actually listen—and keep coming back with questions
• How supporting LGBTQ+ teens and creating a judgment-free home improves safety, trust, and emotional wellbeing
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Amy Lang
Website: https://birdsandbeesandkids.com
Book: Sex Talks with Tweens
Amaze.org: https://amaze.org
Body Drama by Michele Slee
Raising Teens Who Talk to You (Happily Family)
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST:
Amy Lang, M.A.
Website: https://birdsandbeesandkids.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/birdsbeeskids
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Whether you're struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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5 KEY TAKEAWAYS FOR PARENTS OF TEENS
- Shift from preventing sex to preparing your teen for healthy relationships. When parents focus on education instead of fear, teens are more likely to make thoughtful, informed decisions.
- Make sex talks short, frequent, and judgment-free. Small conversations over time build trust far better than one overwhelming "big talk."
- Teach healthy relationships—not just the mechanics of sex. Help your teen recognize respect, communication, boundaries, and consent before they begin dating.
- Don't let pornography become your teen's sex educator. Open conversations about unrealistic expectations, consent, and intimacy give teens healthier perspectives.
- Your relationship with your teen is your greatest protective factor. Teens who feel accepted and supported are far more likely to ask questions, seek help, and make safer choices.
Does it feel like you're constantly competing with your teen's phone for their attention? Many parents worry that endless scrolling is replacing curiosity, conversation, and meaningful family connection. But what if getting your teen off their phone isn't about taking technology away—it's about giving them something more engaging to move toward?
In this episode, Dr. Cam sits down with award-winning children's book author, literacy advocate, and youth motivational speaker Ty Allan Jackson to explore practical ways parents can help teens rediscover curiosity, build stronger relationships, and develop interests beyond screens. Together, they discuss why phones aren't the real enemy, how to create healthy screen time boundaries without constant conflict, and simple strategies that make teens actually want to spend more time connecting with you. If you're looking for realistic ways to reduce screen time while strengthening your relationship with your teen, this episode is packed with practical, encouraging advice.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODEHow to reduce teen screen time without creating constant power struggles
Why building connection with your teen is more effective than trying to control their phone use
How to spark curiosity and encourage reading by connecting with your teen's existing interests
Simple ways to create healthy technology boundaries while strengthening your parent-teen relationship
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODETy Allan Jackson Website: https://www.tyallanjackson.com
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Ty Allan JacksonWebsite: https://www.tyallanjackson.com
Instagram: @TyAllanJackson
Facebook: Ty Allan Jackson
X: @TyAllanJackson
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam CaswellWebsite: askdrcam.com
Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
TikTok: @the.teen.translator
YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 Reconnecting with Curiosity: The Challenge of Screens
02:54 The Power of Literacy: A Personal Journey
05:50 Building Connections Beyond Screens
09:00 Finding the Right Book: A Path to Engagement
11:49 Fostering Relationships: The Key to Communication
14:55 Balancing Screen Time: Setting Boundaries
18:02 Leveraging Interests: Making Connections Through Play
21:00 The Importance of Joy: Being a Playful Parent
ABOUT THE SHOWThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth.
Whether you're struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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Co-parenting is challenging enough when both parents are working together. But when you're dealing with a narcissistic co-parent—or someone who constantly turns parenting into a competition—it can leave you feeling exhausted, second-guessing yourself, and worried about your child's well-being.
In this episode, Dr. Cam sits down with clinical psychologist Dr. Kibby McMahon, CEO of Kula Mind and expert in personality disorders, to discuss practical strategies for navigating one of the most difficult parenting dynamics. Together, they unpack why narcissistic co-parents thrive on power struggles, how to stop getting pulled into the drama, and what you can do to protect your child while maintaining your own peace of mind. If you're tired of defending yourself, feeling manipulated, or wondering how to create stability for your child despite a difficult co-parent, this episode offers actionable tools and much-needed reassurance.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
- How to recognize narcissistic co-parenting behaviors and avoid getting trapped in endless power struggles
- Why the Gray Rock technique can help you respond to a narcissistic co-parent without escalating conflict
- How to set healthy boundaries and communicate effectively when collaboration feels impossible
- What parents can do to protect children from unhealthy parenting dynamics and build resilience
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE* Gray Rock Communication Technique
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Dr. Kibby McMahonWebsite: https://coolamind.com
Instagram: @dr.kibby
Podcast: A Little Help for Our Friends
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam CaswellWebsite: askdrcam.com
Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
TikTok: @the.teen.translator
YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS
00:00 Navigating Co-Parenting with a Narcissist
01:10 Meet Dr. Kibby McMahon
02:50 What Narcissism Really Is
05:21 Why Narcissistic Dynamics Become a Competition
09:14 How to Stop Getting Pulled Into the Fight
10:50 The Gray Rock Technique Explained
15:05 Using Collaborative Communication
18:17 Handling Different Parenting Styles
20:56 Helping Kids Navigate Two Households
23:02 Making Requests That Actually Work
25:34 Can Kids Develop Narcissistic Traits?
28:35 Avoiding the Counter-Reaction Trap
30:42 Final Advice for Parents
32:16 Resources and Closing Thoughts
ABOUT THE SHOWThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth.
Whether you're struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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Grief in teens rarely looks the way parents expect. Instead of tears and open conversations, it often shows up as irritability, withdrawal, risk-taking, or emotional distance. That can leave parents wondering whether their teen is grieving at all—or how to help if they are.
In this episode, Dr. Cam sits down with grief expert and Master Certified Life Coach Krista St. Germain to unpack what grief really looks like in adolescents and why many common approaches to helping grieving teens can unintentionally make things harder. Together, they explore the latest understanding of grief, the impact loss has on the brain and body, and practical ways parents can support their teens through difficult life transitions and losses. Whether your teen is grieving the death of a loved one, the loss of a friendship, a major life change, or simply the challenges of growing up, this conversation will help you feel more confident supporting them with compassion and understanding.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE* Why grief in teenagers often looks like typical adolescent behavior and how to recognize the hidden signs * The Dual Process Model of Grief and why the traditional five stages of grief are outdated * What parents should say—and avoid saying—to support a grieving teen * How modeling healthy emotional expression helps teens build resilience and emotional intelligence
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WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE* Why teens naturally pull away from parents during adolescence — and what it actually means for your relationship * How emotional safety and nervous system regulation improve communication with teenagers * The parenting shift that helps teens become more independent, responsible, and emotionally resilient * Practical ways to build stronger family relationships without control, pressure, or constant conflict
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE* Dual Process Model of Grief (Stroebe & Schut) * Post-Traumatic Growth Research * The Widowed Mom Podcast
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Krista St. Germain* Website: https://coachingwithkrista.com * Podcast: The Widowed Mom Podcast * Instagram: @lifecoachkrista * YouTube: KristaSt-Germain * Facebook: CoachingwithKrista
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell* Website: AskDrCam.com * Instagram: @DrCamCaswell * TikTok: @the.teen.translator * YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam * Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 Understanding Grief in Teens
02:57 Krista's Personal Journey with Grief
05:51 Outdated Beliefs About Grief
08:53 The Dual Process Model of Grief
12:04 Navigating Grief as Parents
15:00 Recognizing Grief in Teenagers
17:53 The Importance of Shared Grief Experiences
18:41 Navigating Emotions as Parents
20:00 Supporting Grieving Children
22:31 Empowering Children Through Grief
24:41 Believing in Resilience
26:49 Trusting the Process of Growth
30:42 Finding Meaning in Hardship
ABOUT THE SHOWThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth.
Whether you're struggling with teenage behavior, communication challenges, anxiety, motivation, or emotional well-being, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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Are today’s teens experiencing a true mental health crisis—or are parents being encouraged to label normal adolescent struggles as disorders? In this thought-provoking episode of the Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast, adolescent psychologist sits down with renowned child and adolescent psychiatrist, author of Searching for Normal,to unpack the rising diagnoses of ADHD, anxiety, depression, and autism in teens.
Parents today are overwhelmed trying to determine when teenage mood swings, defiance, anxiety, and emotional outbursts are “normal” and when they signal something more serious. Dr. Timimi challenges the growing trend of pathologizing ordinary adolescent behavior and explains why over-labeling teens may actually hurt resilience, confidence, and emotional growth.
If you’re worried about your teen’s mental health, struggling with constant conflict, or wondering whether therapy, medication, or diagnosis is the right next step, this episode offers a refreshing and deeply practical perspective. Learn how to support your teen without overreacting, how to identify true mental health red flags, and why strengthening your relationship with your teen may be more powerful than trying to “fix” them.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE* How to tell the difference between normal teenage behavior and serious mental health concerns * Why anxiety, moodiness, and teen defiance are often part of healthy adolescent development * The hidden dangers of over-diagnosing ADHD, anxiety, and depression in teenagers * How parents can build resilient, emotionally healthy teens without overprotecting or over-controlling
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE + Searching for Normal* by Dr. Sami Timimi
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Dr. Sami TimimiWebsite: samitamimi.co.uk
Instagram: @samitamimi
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam CaswellWebsite: AskDrCam.com
Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
TikTok: @the.teen.translator
YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS* 00:00 — Understanding the Rise in Teen Mental Health Diagnoses * 05:41 — Are Parents Over-Pathologizing Teen Behavior? * 11:04 — Building Resilience Instead of “Fixing” Teens * 16:25 — Why Modern Parenting Is Fueled by Fear * 21:56 — How Clinical Labels Are Changing Teen Identity
ABOUT THE SHOWThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by , an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth.
Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior, communication issues, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm, each episode provides actionable parenting tools to make raising teens easier and more rewarding.
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If your teenager suddenly seems distant, emotional, or wants nothing to do with you, you’re not failing as a parent — and you’re definitely not alone. In this eye-opening episode of the Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast, Dr. Cam Caswell sits down with Aliyah Singh, Hannah Ticajo, and Caitlin Severin from CultivaTeen Roots to unpack the real reason teens push parents away — and why it’s actually a normal part of adolescent development.
Together, they explore the science behind parenting teens, emotional safety, communication, self-regulation, and healthy family relationships. You’ll learn why controlling behavior often damages connection, how social media impacts parenting expectations, and why the key to raising confident, independent teens is shifting from managing them to supporting them. This conversation is packed with practical parenting strategies to help parents reduce conflict, strengthen trust, improve communication with teenagers, and rediscover joy in the teen years.
If you’re exhausted by constant power struggles, worried about losing connection with your child, or wondering how to support your teen without pushing them further away, this episode will give you hope, clarity, and actionable tools you can start using immediately.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
- Why teens naturally pull away from parents during adolescence — and what it actually means for your relationship
- How emotional safety and nervous system regulation improve communication with teenagers
- The parenting shift that helps teens become more independent, responsible, and emotionally resilient
- Practical ways to build stronger family relationships without control, pressure, or constant conflict
5 KEY TAKEAWAYS FOR PARENTS OF TEENS
- Connection Grows Through Presence, Not Pressure
Spending calm, low-pressure time together helps teens feel emotionally safe and more willing to connect naturally.
- Teens Need Support More Than Control
Shifting from “manager” to “consultant” helps teenagers build confidence, independence, and problem-solving skills.
- Regulated Parents Create Safer Relationships
Parents who practice self-regulation model emotional safety and help reduce tension and conflict at home.
- Reflective Listening Builds Trust
Teens open up more when parents listen without interrogating, fixing, or immediately offering advice.
- The Teen Years Shape Long-Term Family Relationships
How parents respond during adolescence strongly impacts future adult relationships with their children.
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Listeners can use the code CONNECT to get 20% off of our foundational online course, Making AdoleSense.
CONNECT WITH OUR GUESTS
Aliyah Singh, Hannah Ticajo & Caitlin Severin — Cultivate Teen Roots
- Website: Cultivate Teen Roots
- Instagram: @CultivateTeenRoots
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST
Dr. Cam Caswell
- Website: AskDrCam.com
- Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
- TikTok: @the.teen.translator
- YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
- Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction to Joyful Parenting
02:59 Understanding the Challenges of Parenting Teens
05:50 Reframing Connection with Teens
08:42 Shifting from Control to Support
11:21 The Importance of Emotional Safety
14:29 Finding Joy in the Teen Years
17:07 The Role of Curiosity in Parenting
19:56 Navigating Insecurities and Building Trust
22:58 Creating a Safe Space for Communication
25:45 Letting Go of Control and Embracing Change
28:40 Finding Community and Support
31:40 Conclusion and Resources
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build stronger family relationships and support your teen’s emotional growth.
Whether you’re struggling with communication, teenage behavior, emotional outbursts, or parenting stress, each episode provides actionable tools to help parenting teens feel more connected, calm, and rewarding.
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What does it actually take to raise a confident, resilient, successful teen?
In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, I sit down with Sheinelle Jones, co-host of Today with Jenna and Sheinelle and author of Through Mom's Eyes: Simple Wisdom From Mothers Who Raised Extraordinary Humans, to unpack what she learned from interviewing the moms behind some of the most extraordinary humans, including Lady Gaga, Serena and Venus Williams, Steph Curry, and the Jonas Brothers.
And here’s what stood out: it’s not about perfect parenting, strict rules, or doing everything “right.”
It’s about presence, trust, and knowing what actually matters in the moments that feel hardest.
We talk about what these moms did differently, the biggest regrets they shared (especially around screen time), and why your teen not appreciating you right now is not a sign you’re failing.
If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I doing this right?” this episode will give you clarity, perspective, and a whole lot of relief.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
- The surprising common traits mothers of highly successful people share.
- Why presence matters more than anything else (and what that actually looks like with teens today)
- The biggest parenting regrets —and how to course-correct now
- Why your teen’s lack of appreciation is completely normal—and what it really means about your relationship
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
- 📘 Through Mom's Eyes: Simple Wisdom From Mothers Who Raised Extraordinary Humans
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Sheinelle Jones
- Website/Profile: NBC Insider
- Instagram: Sheinelle Jones
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell
- Website: AskDrCam.com
- Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
- YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
EPISODE CHAPTERS:
00:00 Why parents question themselves more than ever
02:45 What moms of extraordinary humans did differently
06:10 The power of presence over perfection
09:00 Parenting regrets around screens and connection
12:00 Why teens don’t show appreciation (and why that’s okay)
15:00 Letting go of control and trusting your teen
18:00 Building resilience and “fighting for your joy”
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth. Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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If your teen is hiding things or not telling you the full truth, it can feel like you’re losing them.
And your instinct?
Tighten the rules. Ask more questions. Stay on top of everything.
But here’s the part most parents aren’t told:
Teen secrecy isn’t usually about rebellion or disrespect.
It’s about development.
In this episode, I’m breaking down why teens keep secrets, what’s actually going on in their brain, and why common parenting reactions like punishment, pressure, or constant checking often make things worse.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
- Why teen secrecy does not always mean what you think it means
- The response that often makes teens hide even more
- What parents miss when they focus only on getting the truth
- How to become the person your teen comes to when it matters most
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE* The COLLABORATE Method Parenting Program
👉 https://www.askdrcam.com/collaboratemethod
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam CaswellWebsite: AskDrCam.com
Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
TikTok: @the.teen.translator
YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 Why Teen Secrecy Feels So Scary
04:30 What’s Actually Going On in Your Teen’s Brain
09:00 Why Punishment Backfires
13:30 How to Make Honesty Feel Safer
18:00 Shifting from Control to Connection
ABOUT THE SHOWThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Each episode gives you practical tools to reduce conflict, build connection, and help your teen grow into a capable, confident adult.
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What would you do if your teen told you a classmate was making threats? Most parents freeze — unsure whether to panic, dismiss it, or act.
In this episode, Dr. Cam sits down with Nicole Hockley, co-founder of Sandy Hook Promise and mother who lost her six-year-old son Dylan in the 2012 Sandy Hook tragedy, to talk about one of the most important skills a parent can develop: knowing when something is wrong with your teen before it becomes a crisis.
Nicole has spent over a decade studying the warning signs that precede school violence and teen crisis — and what she shares might surprise you. The signs are rarely dramatic. They're quiet. Easy to explain away. And most parents miss them.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- The difference between subtle and overt warning signs — and why the subtle ones are more dangerous
- Why dismissing your teen's feelings ("you're overreacting") actually makes things worse
- The single most powerful protective factor against teen crisis (hint: it's not monitoring)
- What to do when a peer reports something concerning about your child
- How to secure lethal means at home — and why this one step saves lives
- The tiered response framework that helps you stay calm and act appropriately at every level of concern
A word from Nicole that every parent needs to hear:
"I would much rather be embarrassed by being wrong than be horrified by being right."
Connect with Nicole Hockley & Sandy Hook Promise:
- 🌐 sandyhookpromise.org
- 📘 facebook.com/SandyHookPromise
- 📸 instagram.com/sandyhookpromise
- 🐦 twitter.com/sandyhook
- 🎵 tiktok.com/@sandyhookpromise
- ▶️ youtube.com/channel/UCl5MxshIyRwoFNsFut6UZdA
Resources mentioned:
- Sandy Hook Promise's UnTargeting initiative & latest report with Children and Screens: sandyhookpromise.org
If you or your teen is in crisis:
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: call or text 988
- Crisis Text Line: text HOME to 741741
- Emergency: 911
Your instinct to reach out for help is never an overreaction. This episode could change how you see your teen — and how they see you.
If consequences used to work… and now they just lead to more attitude, shutdowns, or the same fights on repeat—this episode will explain why.
If you’re parenting a teen and struggling with defiance, power struggles, or constant pushback… you’re not alone.
Because it’s not that your teen suddenly stopped caring.
It’s that their brain has changed—and the tools that worked before don’t work the same way anymore.
In this episode, Dr. Cam sits down with Charle Peck, LCSW, M.Ed., an international keynote speaker, clinical therapist, and former educator who specializes in helping people stay calm and effective under pressure. Charle works with parents, educators, and professionals to transform high-stress situations into opportunities for growth using practical, science-backed strategies.
Together, they unpack what’s really going on when consequences backfire—and the simple shift that can completely change how your teen responds.
What you’ll learn in this episode:👉 Why teens push back harder the more you try to control them
👉 What your teen actually needs in high-conflict moments
👉 The hidden reason your reactions may be escalating things
👉 A powerful question that instantly lowers defensiveness
👉 What to do instead of consequences to get better behavior
If you’re tired of power struggles, walking on eggshells, or feeling like nothing is working anymore… this episode will give you a whole new way to understand—and respond to—your teen.
Because your teen isn’t broken.
They’re developing. And they need a different approach.
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Connect with Charle Peck:🌐 Website: https://www.thrivingeducator.org/
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlepeck
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlepeck
🐦 X: https://twitter.com/CharlePeck
🎁 Resource Mentioned:
Rapid Resets: https://www.charlepeck.com/pl/2148694979
Connect with your host, Dr. Cam:🌐 Website: www.askdrcam.com
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcamcaswell
Are you constantly worried your teen is making bad choices—and feel like consequences are the only way to “teach them a lesson”?
You’re not alone. And you’re not wrong to care.
But what if the very thing you’re doing to prevent bad decisions is actually making them worse?
In this episode, we’re digging into one of the biggest parenting traps: punishing behavior instead of teaching the skills behind it. Because when your teen makes a risky, impulsive, or frustrating choice, it’s easy to assume they’re being careless, defiant, or just not thinking.
But there’s something much deeper going on—and once you see it, everything about how you respond will start to shift.
This isn’t about letting your teen “get away with it.”
And it’s definitely not about lowering your standards.
It’s about understanding what your teen actually needs in those moments so they can learn to make better decisions without you hovering, nagging, or constantly stepping in.
Because the goal isn’t to control their choices forever…
It’s to raise a teen who can think for themselves when you’re not there.
If you’ve ever:
- Replayed a bad decision your teen made and wondered, “What were they thinking?”
- Felt stuck between being too strict or too lenient
- Worried that giving more freedom will just lead to worse choices
This episode is going to give you a completely different lens—and a better way forward.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE Why teens make choices that don’t make sense to you* (but make perfect sense to them) * The hidden reason punishment often leads to more lying, hiding, and disconnection * What your teen actually needs in the moment of a bad decision (hint: it’s not a lecture) * How to help your teen build real decision-making skills—without constant power struggles * A simple mindset shift that changes how you respond immediately
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE✨ The COLLABORATE Method™ Parenting Program
A step-by-step system to help you stay calm, understand your teen, and guide better choices—without power struggles. www.askdrcam.com/collaboratemethod
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam CaswellWebsite: AskDrCam.com
Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
TikTok: @the.teen.translator
YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
ABOUT THE SHOWThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Each episode gives you practical strategies, real-life scripts, and expert insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen—without yelling, nagging, or walking on eggshells.
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Teaching your teen to drive can feel terrifying.
If your teen is nervous behind the wheel—or keeps delaying getting their license—you’re not alone.
Many teens today feel anxious about driving, and the way parents approach practice can either build confidence… or make that anxiety worse.
In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, Dr. Cam talks with Nigel Tunnacliffe, CEO and co-founder of Coastline Academy, the largest driving school in the country, about how parents can help anxious teen drivers feel more confident and capable behind the wheel.
Nigel shares what professional driving instructors know about teaching teens to drive safely—and why well-meaning parents sometimes make the process harder without realizing it.
If teaching your teen to drive has felt stressful, frustrating, or overwhelming, this episode will help you turn practice drives into confidence-building learning experiences instead of power struggles.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode* Why many teens today delay getting their driver’s license * How parent anxiety can accidentally increase teen driving anxiety * The biggest mistake parents make when teaching teens to drive * How professional driving instructors build confidence in anxious teen drivers * When teens are truly ready to start driving independently * How to make practice drives calmer and more productive for both of you
Why Teaching Teens to Drive Feels So StressfulLearning to drive is one of the biggest steps toward independence for teens—and one of the most anxiety-provoking moments for parents.
When parents shift their role from critic to coach, teens learn faster, build confidence, and develop safer habits on the road.
This conversation will help you approach this milestone with more calm, clarity, and confidence for both you and your teen.
About Our GuestNigel Tunnacliffe is the co-founder and CEO of Coastline Academy, the largest driving school in the United States. Coastline has helped more than 250,000 teens learn to drive safely across hundreds of cities.
Nigel founded Coastline with the mission of reducing car crashes through better driver education and safer driving habits.
Learn more:
https://coastlineacademy.com
Follow Coastline Academy:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coastlineacademy
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coastlineacademy
Episode Chapters00:00 Why Teaching Teens to Drive Feels So Stressful
00:53 Why Many Teens Are Delaying Their Driver’s License
03:41 Helping Anxious Teen Drivers Build Confidence
05:23 Encouraging Teens Without Creating Resistance
07:09 Managing Parent Anxiety During Practice Drives
09:56 Creating a Supportive Learning Environment
12:34 Celebrating Small Driving Wins
15:25 Teaching Through Observation and Empathy
19:02 Recognizing Responsibility in Teen Drivers
21:29 Building Safe Driving Habits
24:11 Helping Teens Gain Confidence Behind the Wheel
27:32 Setting Boundaries for New Drivers
29:19 Practical Tips for Safe Driving Practice
Connect with Dr. CamWebsite: https://www.askdrcam.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcamcaswell
YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
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Is your teen acting entitled, ungrateful, or selfish — no matter how much you do for them?
You’re not alone. And it may not mean what you think.
In this episode, Dr. Cam explains why teen entitlement is often a normal part of adolescent development — rooted in brain changes, identity formation, and intense self-focus — not bad character.
You’ll learn:
• Why lectures and guilt trips about gratitude backfire
• The psychology behind teen self-centered behavior
• How to teach gratitude without shame or comparison
• Practical ways to build empathy, responsibility, and perspective
If you want to raise a grateful teen without damaging your relationship, this episode will give you a research-backed, connection-focused approach that actually works.
Hit play to understand what’s really behind teen entitlement — and how to respond in a way that builds character, not resentment.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Teen Behavior and Entitlement
01:46 Understanding Self-Focus in Teens
04:27 The Role of Gratitude in Development
08:34 Building Perspective Through Experience
12:08 Teaching Gratitude as a Skill
13:33 Reframing Parental Responses to Teen Behavior
14:58 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser
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🔗 Resource MentionedThe COLLABORATE Method™ Parenting Program
A step-by-step system for building responsibility, gratitude, and maturity — without shame or power struggles.
👉 AskDrCam.com/collaboratemethod
Previous Episodes in Series:
- Episode 269: Attitude
- Episode 271: Refusing to do chores
- Episode 273: Arguing all the time about everything
Next Episode Preview: Episode 5 will cover "Making risky and bad choices" and how changing your approach can improve your teen's rational decision-making abilities.
About the PodcastParenting Teens with Dr. Cam blends brain science, practical tools, and real-life scripts so you can parent smarter — not harder.
Teen boys shutting down can feel like rejection, but it’s usually self-protection. If your teen son won’t talk, gives one-word answers, or avoids conversations completely, this episode will help you understand what’s going on—and what actually works.
Dr. Cam Caswell (adolescent psychologist + certified parenting coach) and licensed professional counselor Jarrod Hoffman break down teen communication, emotional withdrawal, and trust-building strategies that help parents reconnect with teen boys. You’ll learn how to stop the lecture cycle, use reflective listening, and create emotional safety so your teenage son opens up again.
What You’ll Learn:
- Why teen boys shut down emotionally during puberty (and why it’s not rejection)
- The #1 communication mistake parents make that pushes teen boys further away
- How to use reflection instead of rapid-fire questions to build trust
- The “10-Minute Play Rule” that strengthens parent-teen connection
- What to say when your teen goes silent (without panicking or lecturing)
- Why teens already know what they “should” be doing—and why more advice backfires
- How to build trust with your teenage son so he talks to you again
Connect with Jarrod Hoffman:
Website: jarrodhoffman.com
Newsletter: Jarrod’s Monthly Newsletter
Blog: jarrodhoffman.com/blog
LinkedIn: Jarrod Hoffman
Connect with Dr. Cam Caswell:
Website: AskDrCam.com
Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam (search “Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam”)
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The Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, each episode delivers practical parenting tools, expert insights, and real-world strategies to help you improve communication, reduce power struggles, and build a stronger relationship with your teen.
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If it feels like every conversation with your teen turns into a debate… you’re not alone.
In this episode, Dr. Cam flips the script on what “talking back” really means. What if your teen’s arguing isn’t disrespect… but development? What if those debates are actually signs of growing critical thinking, identity formation, and moral reasoning?
You’ll learn why shutting down arguments with “because I said so” may create more power struggles, not fewer—and how to transform daily battles into opportunities to build confidence, connection, and real-life skills.
If you’re tired of feeling like the bad guy every time your teen pushes back, this episode will help you respond with clarity, authority, and calm—without losing your leadership.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE* Why teen arguing is often a sign of healthy brain development—not defiance * The hidden cost of “because I said so” parenting * How to separate disagreement from disrespect * The difference between debatable topics and non-negotiable boundaries * Phrases that keep conversations open without giving up authority * How healthy arguing prepares teens to resist peer pressure and advocate for themselves
RELATED EPISODES IN THIS SERIESThis episode is part of the series:
“7 Teen Behaviors Parents Often Punish That Are Actually Signs of Healthy Development.”
Be sure to check out:
- Episode 269: Attitude, eye rolls, and tone as signs of developing nervous systems
- Episode 271: Why teens resist chores (missing skills vs. laziness)
- Upcoming: Acting selfish and entitled as healthy development
RESOURCE MENTIONEDThe COLLABORATE Method™ Parenting Program
A step-by-step system for parents who are tired of constant power struggles and second-guessing themselves.
Inside, you’ll learn how to:
- Stay in charge without escalating
- Allow disagreements without losing authority
- Respond with clarity instead of reacting in frustration
Learn more at:
https://www.askdrcam.com/collaboratemethod
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CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam CaswellWebsite: AskDrCam.com
Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction to Healthy Development Behaviors
01:18 Why Arguing Feels So Frustrating
03:56 Arguing as Executive Function Development
06:36 Teaching Respectful Disagreement
09:51 Debatable vs. Non-Negotiable Topics
12:09 The COLLABORATE Method™
ABOUT THE SHOWThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth.
Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tools to make parenting teens easier—and more connected.
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Fighting with your teen about screens doesn’t mean you’re failing. It usually means you’re focusing on the wrong thing.
In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, I’m joined by Stephen Balkam, Founder and CEO of the Family Online Safety Institute, who brings 30 years of experience helping families navigate online safety without fear or power struggles.
We break down why traditional screen time rules backfire, why screen use matters more than minutes, and how parents can stay influential in a world where teens are using AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude for school, problem-solving, and decision-making.
If you want to protect your teen online without losing trust or connection, this episode will help you rethink your approach.
What You’ll Learn* The biggest screen time mistake parents make (and what works better) * Why quality of screen use matters more than quantity * How the “co-pilot” approach keeps you involved without controlling * Why involving teens in rule-setting increases follow-through * What parents need to know about AI and critical thinking * Simple boundaries that protect both safety and connection
Resources Mentioned* Family Online Safety Institute: https://www.fosi.org * Seven Steps to Good Digital Parenting * Digital Parenting Contract Template * FOSI YouTube Channel
AI tools discussed: ChatGPT, Claude
Apps referenced: Pokémon Go, nature and star identification apps
About the GuestStephen Balkam is the Founder and CEO of the Family Online Safety Institute, a nonprofit working with major tech companies to make the online world safer for kids and families. He has been at the forefront of online safety for three decades and has witnessed the evolution from the early web to social media to today’s AI age.
About the ShowParenting Teens with Dr. Cam helps parents stay calm, connected, and confident while navigating the challenges of raising teens. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach.
👉 Learn more and access free resources at AskDrCam.com
📱 For daily parenting tools, follow @DrCamCaswell on Instagram
If you’ve asked your teen to do a chore and they responded like you just requested a kidney… welcome. 🫠
Because here’s the thing: the chore battle usually isn’t about the chore. It’s about what happens after you ask—the stalling, the eye rolls, the “in a minute,” the sudden deep commitment to scrolling, and you repeating yourself until your voice hits a pitch only dogs can hear.
In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, Dr. Cam breaks down the real reason chores blow up in so many homes—and why most of the common fixes (punishment, consequences, rewards, bribing, threatening, lecturing) often backfire long-term.
You’ll learn the simple shift that can turn chores from a power struggle into cooperation—without begging, nagging, or doing it all yourself—plus the one mistake that accidentally teaches teens to avoid chores (and you) even more.
If chores have become the hill your household dies on… this episode will change how you look at it—and what you do next.
This is Part 2 of the series: 7 Behaviors Parents Often Punish That Are Actually Signs of Healthy Development.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE Why “clean your room” can feel impossible to a teen brain (even when they want* to do it) * The hidden reason punishment makes chore resistance worse over time * The mindset shift that gets teens to help without the constant reminders * How to build responsibility in a way that doesn’t destroy your relationship
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE* Website: https://www.askdrcam.com * The COLLABORATE Method™ Parenting Program – A step-by-step approach that helps you respond confidently to any teen struggle (chores, motivation, attitude, school stress, and more): https://www.askdrcam.com/collab
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam CaswellWebsite: AskDrCam.com
Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
EPISODE CHAPTERS:* Why chores trigger so many power struggles * The surprising reason your teen avoids starting (even when it’s simple) * The parenting response that quietly increases resistance * The “nag-free” strategy that changes cooperation * How to build responsibility without resentment
ABOUT THE SHOWThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth. Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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A lot of parents see the hours, hear the headphones, and picture the worst: strangers, predators, secret chats, and “Is my kid addicted to this?!”
So in this episode, I brought in someone who actually knows what’s happening behind the scenes at Roblox: Tami Bhaumik, Vice President of Civility and Partnerships at Roblox. And let me tell you—this conversation will either calm your nervous system… or at least give you a real plan.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE The one thing* most parents misunderstand about Roblox… and why it matters for safety * A major safety feature rolling out that could change how teens connect with others online * The screen-time question parents obsess over—and what actually signals a real problem * Why “play with your teen” isn’t cheesy advice… it’s a shortcut to better conversations and more honesty * How to set limits that don’t instantly trigger eye rolls, blowups, or shutdowns
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE* Roblox Safety Center: https://corp.roblox.com/safety
Parental controls, safety guides, video tutorials, and wellbeing resources for families.
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Tami BhaumikVice President of Civility and Partnerships, Roblox
LinkedIn: @tamibhaumik
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam CaswellWebsite: https://AskDrCam.com
Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 – Roblox: What It Really Is (And Why Parents Misread It)
05:41 – The Safety Stuff You Actually Need to Know
11:47 – The Parenting Move That Changes Everything
16:49 – Screen Time: What’s Normal vs. What’s Not
22:38 – How to Work With Your Teen on Safety
28:18 – Tools, Next Steps, and Where Parents Should Start
ABOUT THE SHOWThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this show gives you science-backed insights and real-life parenting tools you can actually use—so you can stop second-guessing yourself and start leading with more calm, clarity, and connection.
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Eye rolls.
Heavy sighs.
That sharp, snarky tone that flips your nervous system in half a second.
If your teen’s “nasty attitude” instantly makes you think disrespect, defiance, or this needs to stop now, this episode will change how you see everything.
In Episode #269 of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, I kick off a brand-new series unpacking teen behaviors parents punish — even though they’re often signs of healthy development. And we’re starting with the one that triggers parents the fastest: attitude.
Here’s the uncomfortable truth most parents were never told: What feels like disrespect in the moment is often your teen’s nervous system in overload, paired with a brain that’s wired for emotion but still learning regulation. When we shut it down with consequences or lectures, we don’t teach respect — we teach defense.
And that’s where the power struggles, shutdowns, and distance begin.
In this episode, I don’t just explain why this happens, I walk you through the critical choice every parent faces in those heated moments… and how one response builds walls while the other builds trust.
I also introduce the response framework I teach parents inside my COLLABORATE Method™ Parenting Program — the approach that helps you hold boundaries without escalating, shutting down, or saying something you regret five minutes later.
If you’ve ever wondered:
- Why does my teen get snarky over the smallest things?
- Am I accidentally making the attitude worse?
- How do I stop the tone without starting a war?
This episode is your wake-up call.
Because tonight’s “attitude” isn’t just about tonight.
It’s shaping how safe your teen feels communicating with you tomorrow.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE Why teen “attitude” often usually has nothing to do with disrespect — and everything to do with brain development * The hidden reason even well-intended questions* can trigger snark and shutdown * The parenting response that escalates attitude (most parents default to it without realizing) * The moment-by-moment choice that determines whether your teen opens up… or closes off
WHY THIS MATTERS MORE THAN YOU THINKEvery time your teen gets mouthy, snappy, or sarcastic, one of two things happens. You either:
- reinforce fear, control, and emotional shutdown or
- teach regulation, communication, and real respect
Most parents were taught the first path.
In this episode, I show you the second and explain why it works even when your teen is not at their best.
🔑 WANT A STEP-BY-STEP PLAN FOR THESE MOMENTS?This episode gives you the why. The COLLABORATE Method™ Parenting Program gives you the how — across every teen challenge, not just attitude.
Inside the program, parents learn how to:
- Stay calm and grounded when emotions run high
- Respond instead of react — even in triggering moments
- Hold boundaries without power struggles
- Build respect that actually lasts
If you’re done guessing what to say and want a clear, repeatable system you can trust in real life, this is where to start.
👉 Learn more here: https://askdrcam.com/collaboratemethod
UPCOMING EPISODENext up in this series: Why “Not Doing Chores” Is Rarely About Laziness
(and how nagging accidentally trains teens to avoid responsibility)
ABOUT THE SHOWParenting Teens with Dr. Cam is your go-to podcast for understanding teen behavior and responding in ways that build connection not conflict. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, adolescent psychologist, parenting coach, and “The Teen Translator,” each episode delivers science-backed insight and real-life parenting tools you can actually use.
Instagram: @drcamcaswell
Website: askdrcam.com
Generative AI like ChatGPT is now woven into nearly every part of teen life, and many parents feel unsettled by how fast it all happened. Are teens using AI tools like ChatGPT or Google Gemini to learn, to cheat, or something in between? Are they turning to AI for emotional support? And what should parents actually be worried about versus reacting out of fear?
In this episode, Dr. Cam pulls back the curtain on how teens are really using generative AI. You will hear what teens told researchers directly, what surprised even the experts, and why most parents are focusing on the wrong risks.
Dr. Cam is joined by Alanna Powers-O’Brien, Research and Program Specialist at the Family Online Safety Institute and co-author of the national report Generative AI in Uncertain Times: How Teens Are Navigating a New Digital Frontier. Together, they break down what teen AI use looks like in real life, why many teens do not want to cheat, why 42% are using AI to talk through emotions, and what teens wish parents understood before reacting.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
- How teens are actually using ChatGPT and generative AI tools for school, learning, and everyday problem-solving
- Why many teens feel genuinely confused about what counts as cheating with AI
- The real reasons teens turn to AI for emotional support and what it does and does not replace
- Teens’ top concern about AI use and why it is not what most parents assume
Want support navigating tech, AI, and tough conversations with your teen?
The Parenting Teens Academy gives you practical scripts, science-backed tools, and clear guidance to help you stay calm, confident, and connected, even when parenting feels overwhelming.
👉 Learn more at AskDrCam.com
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
- Generative AI in Uncertain Times: How Teens Are Navigating a New Digital Frontier
https://www.fosi.org/research - Family Online Safety Institute
https://www.fosi.org
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Alanna Powers-O’Brien
Organization: Family Online Safety Institute
Website: https://www.fosi.org
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell
Website: https://www.askdrcam.com
Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
TikTok: @the.teen.translator
YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS
00:00 Teens and Generative AI Explained
01:03 Inside the Research on Teen AI Use
02:40 How Teens Use ChatGPT and AI Tools
05:22 AI and Cheating Concerns
08:22 Ethical Gray Areas Parents Should Understand
10:13 Teens’ Fears About Losing Critical Thinking Skills
12:05 AI and the Future Job Market
12:59 Why Teens Talk to AI About Their Feelings
15:59 Why AI Feels Human to Teens
17:16 Data Privacy and Safety Concerns
18:40 Why AI Is So Appealing to Teens
20:52 AI Dependency and Social Connection
24:16 Accessibility and Emotional Support
25:54 What Teens Wish Parents Knew
27:56 Practical Advice for Parents
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers in today’s world. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, the show delivers real-world strategies, expert insight, and practical tools to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen.
Each episode helps parents respond with confidence, reduce power struggles, and support teens’ emotional growth without shame or fear-based parenting.
👉 Learn more and explore resources at https://www.askdrcam.com/parenting-teens-podcast
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Struggling with your teen’s late nights, groggy mornings, and endless battles over bedtime? You’re not alone—and you’re not imagining it. In this powerful episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, certified Ayurvedic practitioner Nidhi Pandya breaks down why traditional sleep rules fail with teenagers and reveals a compassionate, science-backed approach that finally works. She explains how teen circadian rhythms shift during adolescence, why the 11 PM–2 AM “power hours” matter more than total sleep, and how stress—not screens—is the real culprit behind poor sleep. Nidhi shares practical tools rooted in ancient Ayurvedic wisdom and modern neurobiology, giving parents simple ways to reduce resistance, build connection, and help their teens naturally reset their sleep schedule—without nagging, yelling, or forcing bedtime.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
- Why your teen's late nights are biological—not behavioral—and how to work with their changing circadian rhythm instead of fighting it
- The real reason screens aren’t the biggest sleep disruptor for teens (and what is sabotaging their rest instead)
- How to create calming evening rituals that reduce stress, strengthen connection, and help your teen unwind naturally
- The counterintuitive morning strategy that builds responsibility—and why parents must stop being the household alarm clock
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Don’t keep it to yourself! Share your favorite episode and leave a rating and review to help other parents find the support they need. Your feedback helps me create even more episodes filled with practical tips for you and your family! Thanks so much for your support! 🙏💫
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
- Whoop – Biometric tracker for sleep, stress, and recovery
- Resonance Breathing – Nasal breathwork with longer exhales
- Legs Up the Wall (Viparita Karani)
- Chamomile tea, magnesium balm, lavender essential oil
- NYT Crossword – Parent–teen connection activity
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Nidhi Pandya
Website: nidhipandya.com
Instagram: @my_ayurvedic_life
Focus Areas: Ayurvedic wellness, nutrition, lifestyle practices, meditation, breathwork
Framework: Inner Climate Framework – Rhythms-based Ayurvedic approach for families
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell
Website: AskDrCam.com
Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
TikTok: @the.teen.translator
YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS
00:00 Understanding Teen Sleep Challenges
02:53 The Importance of Circadian Rhythms
05:39 Creating Healthy Sleep Environments
08:40 Negotiating Bedtime with Teens
11:28 Tools for Better Sleep
14:18 Building Trust and Cooperation
17:16 Morning Routines and Responsibility
20:03 The Role of Parental Influence
22:55 Practical Tips for Better Sleep
26:00 Creating a Supportive Home Environment
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert insights, and real-world tools to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth.
Whether you’re struggling with communication, motivation, behavior, or confidence, each episode is filled with actionable tips to make parenting easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the skills and confidence to thrive during the teen years.
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Is your teen’s bathroom counter starting to look like a Sephora exploded? You’re not imagining it—the teen skincare craze is real, and TikTok is fueling it. But here’s what most parents don’t realize: all those trendy products, harsh ingredients, and 10-step routines can actually damage teen skin.
In this must-hear episode, Dr. Cam sits down with Dr. Angela Casey, double board-certified dermatologist, skin cancer surgeon, mom of three, and founder of Bright Girl Skincare, to break down what teens really need (and absolutely don’t need) to keep their skin healthy.
Dr. Casey brings the perfect mix of expert science and mom-level realness—giving parents the confidence to guide their teens away from harmful trends and toward lifelong skin health.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
- Why 6–8 step “SkinTok” routines backfire
- The 3 products teens actually need: cleanse, moisturize, protect
- How to talk to your teen about toning down the trends (without a power struggle)
🌟 Get 15% off Bright Girl productsMy teen is obsessed with Bright Girl Skincare — and she finally stopped raiding my bathroom counter.
Dr. Casey set up a special discount just for our community so you can grab some for your teen too. They make perfect stocking stuffers.
👉 Discount link: https://brightgirl.com/discount/DRCAM
🌟 Use code: DRCAM
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE* Bright Girl Skincare (15% OFF): https://brightgirl.com/discount/Drcam * American Academy of Dermatology (Sunscreen Safety): www.brightgirl.com * Facebook: @brightgirlbeauty/ * Instagram: @brightgirlbeauty/ * LinkedIn: @/angela-casey-md/ * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz8_5HypUs0X2thsAzCN1ag * TikTok: @brightgirlbeauty
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell* Website: AskDrCam.com * Instagram: @DrCamCaswell * YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
EPISODE CHAPTERS 00:00 – Why teen skincare is suddenly out of control
04:52 – The real dangers behind TikTok skincare
10:19 – The three-step routine every teen needs
17:44 – How early sun exposure leads to adult skin cancer
26:02 – What to avoid: acids, beads, scrubs, retinols
34:11 – How to talk to your teen about skincare without lecturing
40:08 – Bright Girl Skincare: Why it was created for teens
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ABOUT THE SHOWParenting Teens with Dr. Cam is your go-to guide for raising today’s teens with more connection, confidence, and calm. Every episode brings expert insights and real-world strategies to help families thrive—not just survive—the teen years.
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If homework has turned into an exhausting nightly standoff, this episode is for you. Dr. Cam and neurodivergent therapist Holly Blanc Moses reveal why ADHD teens aren’t “stubborn” or “unmotivated”—they’re stuck due to executive functioning challenges like task initiation, time blindness, working memory, and overwhelm.
You’ll learn how shame and the expectation–capacity gap make starting feel impossible, and you’ll get brain-based, neurodiversity-affirming tools to move from standoff to small wins: time timers, body doubling, task analysis, and collaborative problem-solving.
Walk away with practical scripts and strategies that protect your relationship while helping your teen start—and finish—homework with more confidence and less conflict.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE* Why “stubborn” and "lazy" are the wrong story * 5 neuroscience-backed strategies that end homework battles * The 2-minute trick that finally got my ADHD teen to clean their room * How to tell if you’re accidentally hurting your teen’s mental health (even good parents do this)
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE* Time Timer * Flown (body doubling platform) * The 135 School Accommodations for Autistic & ADHD Students (50% off)
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Holly Blanc Moses* Website: hollyblancmoses.com/connect * Practice (Raleigh, NC): crossvinecounseling.com * Facebook: @hollyblancmoses * Instagram: @hollyblancmoses * LinkedIn: @holly-blanc-moses-378a78104 * YouTube: @autismadhdtvwithholly * FB Group for Parents: WiredDifferentlyGroup
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell* Website: AskDrCam.com * Instagram: @DrCamCaswell * TikTok: @the.teen.translator * YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam * Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS* 00:00 Why Homework Feels Impossible: Executive Functioning 101 * 12:29 The Expectation–Capacity Gap (and how to close it) * 24:37 Motivation vs. Task Analysis: Mapping the first step * 36:05 From Shame to Support: Language that lowers defenses * 37:01 Co-Regulation and Trust: Teaching when your teen is stressed * 41:42 Tools That Work: Time timers, body doubling, and collaboration
ABOUT THE SHOWThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth. Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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Struggling to connect with your teenager? You’re not alone. In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, pediatric psychologist Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart shares transformative, brain-based strategies to help parents rebuild connection with defiant, distant, or disconnected teens.
Learn why the phrase “I love my teen, but I don’t like them right now” resonates so deeply with parents—and how to move from constant conflict to calm, connected communication. Dr. Lockhart explains the neuroscience behind teen behavior, comparing the adolescent brain to the toddler years to help you understand why your teen’s reactions can seem “illogical and irrational.”
Together, Dr. Cam and Dr. Lockhart unpack the emotional toll of disrespect, withdrawal, and conditional love, offering parents science-backed tools to restore trust and strengthen relationships. You’ll walk away with actionable steps to stop the yelling cycle, repair emotional wounds, and reconnect with your teen—without losing your authority or your sanity.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
- Why your teen acts “irrational” (and what brain science reveals about it)
- How to stop the yelling and nagging cycle—and retrain your teen to listen
- The difference between conditional and unconditional love in parenting
- Simple, curiosity-based conversations that rebuild trust and connection
- How to repair a broken relationship—even when your teen won’t talk
🎧❤️ ENJOYING THE SHOW?
Don’t keep it to yourself! Share your favorite episode and leave a rating and review to help other parents find the support they need. Your feedback helps me create even more episodes filled with practical tips for you and your family! Thanks so much for your support! 🙏💫
🔔 Remember to hit SUBSCRIBE so you never miss another solution-packed episode! 🙌
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
📘 Love the Teen You Have by Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart (on Sale Now )
📗https://read.macmillan.com/fib/lovetheteenpreorder/ (The Work Book)
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart
🌐 Website: www.anewdaysa.com
📸 Instagram: @doctor.annlouise.lockhart
🎥 YouTube: Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell
🌐 Website: AskDrCam.com
📸 Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
🎵 TikTok: @the.teen.translator
🎥 YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
📘 Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS
00:00 – Introduction to Parenting Challenges with Teens
03:03 – Understanding Teen Behavior and Development
05:54 – The Importance of Connection Over Control
08:51 – Navigating Conditional Love and Acceptance
11:41 – The Impact of Parenting Styles on Relationships
14:35 – Repairing Relationships with Teens
17:30 – The Role of Humility in Parenting
20:30 – Breaking the Cycle of Miscommunication
23:16 – The Power of Apology and Accountability
26:08 – Creating a Supportive Environment for Teens
28:59 – Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth.
Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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Ever wonder why your teen’s backtalk or eye roll hits you harder than it should? 🧠 In this powerful episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, adolescent psychologist Dr. Cam Caswell sits down with Shelly Robinson, certified conscious parenting coach and founder of Raising Yourself, to uncover why your child’s behavior often activates your deepest wounds—and how healing your own past can completely transform your relationship.
Shelly shares her personal journey from reactive parenting and yelling matches to fostering calm, emotionally intelligent conversations with her now-15-year-old son. You’ll discover the link between your inner teen and your actual teen, learn to identify emotional triggers before they explode, and walk away with tools to break generational cycles of shame, guilt, and control.
If you’ve ever thought, “Why do I lose it over something so small?”, this episode will help you find compassion for yourself—and create a more peaceful, connected home. 💛
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
- 🔍 How unresolved childhood wounds fuel conflict with your teen — and why recognizing your “inner teen” is the first step to calmer parenting
- 💬 The art of repair after conflict, including Shelly’s “No-But Apology Formula” that teaches accountability and emotional maturity
- 🧘♀️ How to recognize physical cues of emotional triggers (like that racing heart or heat surge) before they hijack your reactions
- 🌱 The self-compassion shift that transforms parent-teen communication, helping you raise emotionally intelligent, confident kids
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Don’t keep it to yourself! Share your favorite episode and leave a rating and review to help other parents find the support they need. Your feedback helps me create even more episodes filled with practical tips for you and your family! Thanks so much for your support! 🙏💫
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
- Shelly Robinson: About Raising Yourself
- Book Mentioned: Rewire (on neuroplasticity and changing thought patterns)
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Shelly Robinson
- Website: About Raising Yourself
- Instagram: @raisingyourself
- Facebook: @raisingyourself
- TikTok: @raisingyourself
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell
- Website: askdrcam.com
- Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
- TikTok: @the.teen.translator
- YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
- Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS
00:00 Understanding Parental Triggers
02:45 The Journey to Conscious Parenting
05:46 Inner Child Work and Its Importance
08:43 Recognizing Emotional Triggers
11:31 Navigating Teen Behavior
14:31 The Cycle of Self-Criticism
17:27 Reparenting Yourself
20:10 Empowering Your Voice
23:12 Building Healthy Communication
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth.
Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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When parenting teenagers becomes a battleground between parents, everyone suffers—including your teen. Dr. Cam and couples therapist Dr. Tracy Dalgleish tackle the common problem of parental division, where one parent becomes the “tough one” while the other takes on the “soft” role, creating conflict that teens often exploit.
This episode reveals why parents frequently end up on opposite sides of the parenting spectrum, especially during the teenage years when stakes feel higher and emotions run deeper. The experts explain how family triangulation occurs—when relationship tension between parents gets redirected toward the teenager, creating dysfunction for everyone involved.
Key insights include understanding that both parents typically share the same core values and goals for their children, even when their approaches differ dramatically. The solution isn’t forcing identical parenting styles, but rather establishing shared values while allowing different expressions of those values.
Dr. Tracy emphasizes the critical importance of relationship repair—acknowledging mistakes and their impact—as a foundational skill for both marriage and parenting. Parents learn practical strategies for supporting each other even during disagreements, including validation techniques and behind-the-scenes communication that maintain unity.
The discussion addresses common challenges like shame spirals, resentment over unequal parenting burdens, and interference from extended family members. Most importantly, parents discover that focusing on their own relationship with their teen—rather than trying to control their partner’s approach—creates more positive outcomes for everyone involved.
💡 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE* Why teen conflict often divides parents—and how to stop it * How family triangulation quietly damages your family dynamic * Ways to stay emotionally connected even when parenting styles clash * Tools for rebuilding trust and communication with your partner
🎧❤️ ENJOYING THE SHOW?Don’t keep it to yourself! Share your favorite episode and leave a rating and review to help other parents find the support they need. Your feedback helps me create even more episodes filled with practical tips for you and your family! Thanks so much for your support! 🙏💫
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📚 RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE* Book: You, Your Husband and His Mother by Dr. Tracy Dalgleish * Podcast: Dear Dr. Tracy (Top 100 Podcast
🤝 CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Dr. Tracy DalgleishWebsite: drtracyd.com
Instagram: @DrTracyD
👩🏫 CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam CaswellWebsite: AskDrCam.com
Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
TikTok: @the.teen.translator
YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
⏱️ EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 Understanding Parenting Divides
02:51 The Impact of Parenting Styles on Relationships
05:59 Navigating Conflict and Communication
08:53 The Role of Self-Reflection in Parenting
11:49 Building a Stronger Partnership
14:22 Empathy and Understanding in Parenting
17:16 Addressing Shame and Responsibility
20:25 Aligning Values for Effective Parenting
23:10 Managing Old Patterns in Parenting
25:21 Navigating Disagreements in Parenting
29:20 Strengths and Teamwork in Parenting
30:19 Dealing with External Pressures
33:37 The Importance of Affirmation
37:45 Modeling Self-Reflection and Self-Care
42:02 Empowerment Through Acceptance and Control
🧭 ABOUT THE SHOWThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth.
Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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Is your teenager melting down after school, snapping at you, or shutting down completely? You’re not alone—and it’s not “bad behavior.” In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, adolescent psychologist Dr. Cam Caswell sits down with Dr. Jim Costello, creator of the Costello Method, to reveal why teen emotional explosions are actually neurological responses to overload—not disrespect. You’ll discover why “sit still and listen” makes things worse, how parents can become a safe haven instead of a trigger, and five body-based tactics you can use immediately to calm your teen, rebuild connection, and reduce household stress.
🧠 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE* Why your teen’s after-school meltdown is a sign of nervous system overload—not bad manners * How movement and co-regulation unlock calmer communication and emotional safety at home * Simple joint-pressure and grounding techniques parents can use to defuse high-stress moments * How to spot “neurological soft signs” like fidgeting or posture changes before a blow-up happens
🎧❤️ ENJOYING THE SHOW?Don’t keep it to yourself! Share your favorite episode and leave a rating and review to help other parents find the support they need. Your feedback helps me create even more episodes filled with practical tips for you and your family. 🙏💫
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📚 RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Dr. Jim Costello’s Website * The Brain Follows* by Dr. Jim Costello * The Costello Method – focus on developmental plasticity & primitive reflex integration
🤝 CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Dr. Jim CostelloWebsite: DrJimCostello.com
Instagram: @dr.jimcostello
👩⚕️ CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam CaswellWebsite: askdrcam.com
Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
TikTok: @the.teen.translator
YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
⏱️ EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction to Teen Emotional Challenges
03:56 The Evolution of Teen Regulation
07:53 Understanding Emotional Dysregulation
13:54 Tools for Co-Regulation
18:39 Navigating Parent-Child Dynamics
24:15 Creating Collaborative Movement Routines
30:31 Reframing Behavior and Understanding Dysregulation
43:13 Key Takeaways for Parents
📌 ABOUT THE SHOWThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth. Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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If your teen feels distant, defiant, or shuts you out, you’re not alone — and there’s hope. In this powerful episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, foster and adoptive dad Peter Mutabazi shares life-changing strategies for reconnecting with even the most resistant teenagers.
A survivor of childhood abuse and homelessness who’s since fostered 47 children, Peter explains why teens are actually “easier” to parent than younger kids and how shifting from an authoritarian approach to a mentorship mindset transforms relationships.
You’ll discover practical, trauma-informed parenting tools that help you lower conflict, rebuild trust, and guide your teen without power struggles. Whether you’re overwhelmed by defiance, craving deeper connection, or simply want to better understand your teen, this episode gives you the roadmap to start fresh and help your teen thrive.
📚 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE* How a foster dad successfully parents 47 teenagers using mentorship instead of control. * Why your teen’s “acting out” isn’t about you — and how understanding hormones, trauma, and development changes your response. * Simple daily habits that build trust and confidence in defiant or withdrawn teens. * The “three-person approach” to teen behavior that makes even tough parenting moments feel manageable.
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🛠 RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE* @fosterdadflipps * Facebook: Foster Dad Flipper * TikTok: Now I Am Known
🧑⚕️ CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell* Website: askdrcam.com * Instagram: @DrCamCaswell * TikTok: @the.teen.translator * YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam * Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
⏱ EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction to Parenting Challenges with Teens
01:20 Peter’s Inspiring Journey from Uganda
06:50 The Impact of Being Seen and Known
09:55 Navigating the Foster Care System
12:09 Building Trust with Foster Teens
13:35 Mentorship vs. Parenting: A New Approach
17:41 Understanding Teen Trauma and Behavior
20:21 The Importance of Not Projecting Past Experiences
23:50 Celebrating Small Wins in Parenting
28:14 Finding Time and Patience in a Busy Household
29:57 Using Social Media to Change Narratives
35:01 Finding Joy in Parenting
38:38 Key Takeaways for Parents
💡 5 KEY TAKEAWAYS FOR PARENTS OF TEENS* Start Fresh Daily – Treat each incident as new and avoid bringing up past mistakes. * Celebrate Small Wins – Notice and praise even minor positive behaviors to build momentum. * Schedule Individual Connection Time – One-on-one outings strengthen trust without distractions. * Apply the Three-Person Approach – View your teen as a mix of hormones, trauma, and typical development to respond with empathy. * Shift from Parent to Mentor – Guide rather than control, meeting your teen where they are emotionally and developmentally.
📝 ABOUT THE SHOWThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth.
Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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Struggling with your teen’s hygiene habits? You’re not alone. Many parents face daily battles over showers, deodorant, and brushing teeth—leaving everyone frustrated. In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, I sit down with Carly Broderick, founder of Myles Personal Care, a gender-inclusive hygiene brand created just for teens and tweens.
Carly shares how her own experience parenting through puberty inspired her to create practical solutions for families. We dive into the real reasons teens resist basic hygiene—from puberty’s “hurricane effect” to product sensitivities and even rebellion. More importantly, Carly provides science-backed strategies and her simple SSB routine that transforms daily fights into lasting healthy habits.
Whether your teen is entering puberty or in the thick of it, this episode will give you compassionate, effective strategies to replace nagging and shaming with empowering routines that help your teen feel confident in their own skin.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
- Why nagging and shaming actually backfire when it comes to teen hygiene
- The science behind why teens often don’t notice their own body odor
- Carly’s proven SSB routine that makes hygiene habits stick
- How to reframe hygiene as confidence and maturity—not just compliance
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
- Myles Personal Care Amazon Store – Use code DRCAMFAN20 for 20% off
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Carly Broderick
- Website: hey-miles.com
- Facebook: @hey.miles.teen
- Instagram: @heymilesbrand
- LinkedIn: Carly Broderick
- TikTok: @heymilesbrand
- Amazon Store: Myles Personal Care (use code DRCAMFAN20 for 20% off)
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell
- Website: AskDrCam.com
- Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
- TikTok: @the.teen.translator
- YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
- Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS:
00:00 Understanding Teen Hygiene Resistance
02:41 Creating Inclusive Personal Care Products
05:34 The Importance of Effective Deodorants
08:36 Navigating the Spectrum of Masculinity and Femininity
11:30 Building Healthy Hygiene Routines
14:18 Addressing Social Pressures and Body Odor Awareness
17:05 Encouraging Ownership of Personal Care
19:51 Simplifying Shower Routines
22:40 Final Thoughts and Practical Tips
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth. Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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🎙️ Episode #258: How to Talk to Your Teen About Porn Before the Internet DoesGuest: Greta Eskridge
🎧 Episode SummaryAs parents, discovering that your teen has been exposed to pornography can spark fear, anger, or even shame. But here’s the truth: nearly every teen will encounter porn at some point—and how you respond matters far more than whether it happens.
In this must-listen episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, I’m joined by Greta Eskridge, author of It’s Time to Talk to Your Kids About Porn, to break down the right (and wrong) ways to handle these tough moments. Greta shares her personal journey and explains why shaming or punishing kids backfires, pushing them toward secrecy and guilt. Instead, she equips parents with compassionate, practical strategies to build connection and guide teens through the challenges of today’s digital world.
If you’ve ever worried about your child’s online safety or felt unsure how to talk about porn without making it worse, this conversation will give you the tools, language, and confidence you need.
💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode* Why shaming your teen about porn often increases secrecy and risky behavior * How to use the “Check Your Face” method to stay calm during hard conversations * The best questions to spark open dialogue and build trust with your teen * How to shift from being your child’s adversary to their trusted ally online
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📚 Resources Mentioned in This Episode It’s Time to Talk to Your Kids About Porn by Greta Eskridge * Adventuring Together by Greta Eskridge * 100 Days of Adventure* by Greta Eskridge
🔗 Connect with Our Guest: Greta Eskridge Website: @greta.eskridge * Podcast: The Greta Eskridge Podcast*
👩👧👦 Connect with Your Host: Dr. Cam Caswell* Website: AskDrCam.com * Instagram: @DrCamCaswell * TikTok: @the.teen.translator * YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam * Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
📖 Episode Chapters00:00 – Introduction to the episode
02:30 – Why parents fear talking about porn
07:15 – Greta’s personal journey and motivation
14:00 – Why shame backfires with teens
20:45 – Tools for calm and connected conversations
29:00 – How to rebuild trust when it’s been broken
38:15 – Resources and next steps
📌 5 Key Takeaways for Parents of Teens1. Shaming teens for looking at porn doesn’t prevent the behavior—it pushes it underground. 2. Your body language and tone matter—practice “Check Your Face” to stay calm and connected. 3. Replace lectures with curious questions that open the door to trust. 4. Position yourself as your teen’s teammate in the digital world, not their enemy. 5. Regular, nonjudgmental conversations about online safety prepare teens to make healthier choices.
📺 About the ShowThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast delivers practical strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth.
Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidently to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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Are you stuck in what feels like an emotional Groundhog Day with your teen—where the same arguments, defiance, and standoffs keep repeating? You’re not alone. In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, I sit down with therapist and bestselling author Kati Morton to uncover why punishment-based parenting fails with teenagers and how to finally break these frustrating cycles.
Kati explains that adolescence is about independence-seeking, not rebellion—and when parents try to control teens with consequences, they often fuel the very behaviors they want to stop. Instead, she offers science-backed strategies that shift the focus from control to influence, using curiosity and connection to build lasting respect and trust.
From handling risky teen behaviors to creating space for authentic conversations, this episode gives you practical tools and a fresh perspective. If you’re tired of repeating the same exhausting battles, this conversation will help you hit reset and start building a calmer, more connected relationship with your teen.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
- Why punishing your teen often makes behavior worse, not better
- The game-changing shift from control to influence
- How to stay calm and use “wise mind” during heated conflicts
- Simple ways to spark honest conversations without forcing it
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
- Kati Morton’s upcoming book: Why Do I Keep Doing This? (Releases December 9)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Emotion Mind vs. Wise Mind
- Skinner Box research on punishment effectiveness
- Parts work therapy for emotional responses
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Kati Morton
🌐 Website
📘 Facebook
📸 Instagram
▶️ YouTube
🎵 TikTok
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell
Website: AskDrCam.com
Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
TikTok: @the.teen.translator
YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS
00:00 Breaking the Emotional Groundhog Day Cycle
03:01 Understanding the Illusion of Control in Parenting
05:56 Navigating Independence and Communication with Teens
08:46 The Importance of Honesty and Vulnerability
11:44 Empathy and Understanding in Parenting Teens
14:50 Addressing Risky Behaviors in Teens
20:11 Understanding Risky Behaviors in Teens
21:27 The Ineffectiveness of Punishment
23:49 Curiosity Over Judgment
25:16 The Importance of Understanding Teen Behavior
27:09 Building Trust and Influence
29:21 The Role of Communication in Parenting
31:38 Repairing Relationships After Mistakes
38:40 The Power of Curiosity in Parenting
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth. Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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Do you feel like you’re constantly walking on eggshells with your teen—afraid that one wrong word will set off an argument? You’re not alone. In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, I sit down with Dr. Jenny Hwang, a clinical psychologist and parent coach with more than 20 years of experience helping families navigate emotional chaos and conflict.
Dr. Hwang reveals why traditional “boundaries” backfire with teens, the surprising truth about why parents end up feeling walked over, and how to set limits in a way that actually works. Her grounded, no-nonsense approach is a game-changer for parents who are tired of power struggles and ready for peace.
If you’re ready to stop the exhausting cycle of battles and create a calmer, more respectful home, this episode is for you.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE* Why most parents misunderstand what boundaries actually are * The difference between rules that control vs. boundaries that empower * How to handle disrespectful communication without losing your cool * Why your teen’s push for independence isn’t rebellion—it’s healthy development
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CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Dr. Jenny Hwang* Instagram: @ProjectParentCoach * YouTube: @ProjectParentCoach
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell* Website: AskDrCam.com * Instagram: @DrCamCaswell * TikTok: @the.teen.translator * YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam * Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 – Understanding Boundaries with Teens
04:27 – Defining Boundaries: What Parents Need to Know
08:01 – Overstepping Boundaries: The Parent-Teen Dynamic
12:17 – Navigating Emotional Triggers and Responses
17:37 – The Importance of Mutual Respect
21:39 – Learning to Say No: Establishing Limits
25:45 – The Challenge of Control in Parenting
30:34 – The Power of Presence and Attention
35:08 – Social Media and Parenting: A New Frontier
38:43 – Key Takeaways: Empowering Parents to Set Boundaries
ABOUT THE SHOWThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth.
Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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If you’ve ever ended the day thinking, “Ugh, I was way too impatient… I didn’t handle that well… I need to do better,” you’re not alone. Parenting teens has a way of making even the most loving parents feel like we’re constantly falling short.
But what if you could quiet that inner critic—even just a little—and start noticing what’s actually going right?
In this heartfelt episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, counselor and author Erin Morrison—creator of @itsTheConsciousMom and author of Three Minutes for Mom—offers science-backed insight and deeply reassuring advice for parents who feel like they’re failing.
We dive into why our brains focus on the negative, how to stop taking our teen’s behavior so personally, and what it really means to be “doing enough.” Erin also shares a simple 3-minute daily mindset practice that can help you reconnect with yourself—and your teen.
If you’re constantly hard on yourself, overwhelmed by parenting pressure, or just tired of feeling like you’re not enough… this episode is your reset.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
- Why your teen's boundary-pushing is actually a good thing
- The secret to feeling like a “good parent” again (in just 3 minutes a day)
- How to shift your mindset from constant criticism to quiet confidence
- What you’re getting right—even if it doesn’t feel like it
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
- Three Minutes for Mom by Erin Morrison (Simon & Schuster)
- “Catch Them Being Kind” 5-Day Challenge
- The “Friend Perspective” & “It’s Not Personal, It’s Developmental” reminders
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Erin Morrison
Website: https://theconsciousmom.com
Instagram: @itsthe.consciousmom
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell
Website: AskDrCam.com
Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
TikTok: @the.teen.translator
YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS:
00:00 The Struggles of Parenting Teens
03:05 Reframing Our Perspective on Parenting
05:42 Recognizing Wins in Parenting
08:46 The Importance of Self-Recognition
11:24 Responding vs. Reacting to Our Teens
14:25 The Impact of Parental Self-Perception
17:28 Building Positive Relationships with Teens
20:25 Practical Steps for Self-Care
23:19 Finding Balance in Parenting
26:36 Grounding in Parental Truth
29:09 Tiny Shifts for Big Changes
32:35 Balancing Business and Pleasure in Parenting
35:40 Understanding Developmental Stages
37:59 Letting Go for Connection
46:20 Ownership and Independence in Parenting
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth. Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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Ever wish you had a pause button—for your teen or yourself? When you’re caught in a meltdown, shutdown, or power struggle, it’s easy to spiral into reactivity and regret. In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, Jennie Phillips—coach, fitness pro, mom of four, and author of Yellow Light Moments—introduces a science-backed framework that empowers families to slow down and reset before emotions explode.
Jennie shares her 3-step “Yellow Light Moment” method (Yield-Listen-Move), giving parents the language, tools, and mindset shifts needed to manage teen stress, model emotional regulation, and create a calmer home. If your family is running on exhaustion and conflict, this episode will help you pump the brakes—with just a few intentional minutes that can shift everything.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
- A 3-step process to prevent teen blowups before they start
- How to create shared emotional language with your teen (like “caterpillar” or “question quota”)
- Why your teen’s “laziness” might actually be healthy self-regulation
- How guilt around self-care is secretly sabotaging your parenting
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
- Yellow Light Moments Book
- YLM Toolbox for Teens
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Jennie Phillips
Website: www.jenniephillipscoaching.com
Instagram: @jenniephillipscoaching
Facebook: Jennie Phillips Coaching
LinkedIn: Jennie Phillips
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell
Website: AskDrCam.com
Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
TikTok: @the.teen.translator
YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS:
00:00 The Need for a Pause
01:09 Introducing Yellow Light Moments
06:38 Understanding the Concept of Yellow Light Moments
12:27 The Importance of Pausing
20:24 Training Ourselves to Yield
25:44 Benefits of Taking a Pause
29:37 Modeling for Our Teens
33:56 Final Thoughts and Action Items
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth. Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding.
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Worried your teen might fall into the wrong hands online? You’re not being overprotective—you’re being smart. In this powerful episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, I’m joined by Nate Lewis, founder of The Innocent, a nonprofit on a mission to protect kids from trafficking, exploitation, and abuse right here in the U.S.
A former law enforcement officer with 20+ years of global experience in anti-trafficking operations, Nate shares expert-backed, real-world strategies for protecting your teen—without shutting them down or locking everything down. If you’ve ever felt helpless watching your teen scroll through social media or worried about who’s DMing them behind the scenes, this episode gives you clarity and next steps.
We dig into the grooming process, why emotionally vulnerable teens are at greater risk, and what subtle online red flags parents often miss. But most importantly, we talk about how to build the kind of connection that keeps your teen safe. Because the best safety tool isn’t an app—it’s trust.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE* The #1 predictor of whether a predator can gain access to your teen * Why controlling devices can backfire—and what to do instead * How to talk to your teen about safety without triggering defensiveness * The role of male mentors and modeling in reducing vulnerability
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CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Nate LewisWebsite: theinnocent.org
Instagram: @theinnocent.usa
LinkedIn: Nate Lewis
TikTok: @theinnocent.usa
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam CaswellWebsite: askdrcam.com
Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
TikTok: @the.teen.translator
YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 Understanding the Risks of Online Predators
02:55 Nate Lewis’s Journey and Motivation
05:48 The Psychology of Grooming and Exploitation
08:45 Building Trust and Communication with Teens
11:31 Navigating Social Media Safely
14:35 Identifying Vulnerabilities in Teens
17:18 Empowering Teens Against Manipulation
20:09 The Role of Parents in Prevention
23:04 Modeling Healthy Relationships
25:55 Addressing the Issue of Consent
28:54 Supporting Teens After Trauma
31:56 Creating a Community Response
34:44 The Importance of Education and Awareness
ABOUT THE SHOWThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth.
Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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Constantly clashing with your teen? It’s not the conflict—it’s how you handle it.
But here’s the good news: conflict isn’t the problem—it’s how you handle it. Harvard Law negotiation expert Bob Bordone reveals how the same conflict resolution strategies used by world leaders can transform your parent-teen relationship.
🎧 In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, you’ll learn how to move from power struggles and emotional blowups to productive conversations that build trust, strengthen your bond, and teach teens lifelong skills.
Avoiding conflict might feel easier in the moment—but it actually weakens your connection over time. Bob explains how to use everyday disagreements as opportunities to teach problem-solving, perspective-taking, and emotional resilience.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
- Why avoiding conflict with your teen may hurt more than help
- The science of “affective labeling” to calm heated arguments
- How to stop power struggles and spark better problem-solving
- Why teens who know how to argue are more resilient and confident
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
- Book: Conflict Resilience by Bob Bordone
- Research: Matt Lieberman (UCLA) on Affective Labeling
- Judd Brewer’s “Bigger Better Offer” (BBO) on Motivation
- Website:bobBordone.com
- Family Activity: Try reading Conflict Resilience as a family book club to practice conflict resolution skills together!
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Bob Bordone
- Website:bobbordone.com
- Instagram: @bobbybordone
- Facebook:facebook.com/bordone
- LinkedIn: Robert Bordone
- X: @bobbordone
- YouTube: Bob Bordone
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell
- Website:AskDrCam.com
- Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
- TikTok: @the.teen.translator
- YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
- Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS:
00:00 – The Power of Conflict in Parenting
05:48 – Understanding Conflict Avoidance
11:35 – Reframing Conflict as Collaboration
15:41 – Effective Communication Strategies
20:37 – Navigating Technology and Boundaries
28:03 – Building Trust in Parent-Teen Relationships
35:37 – The Journey of Conflict Resolution
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth. Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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Does your teen seem unmotivated, disconnected from school, or uninterested in college? You're not alone—and it doesn’t mean they’re lazy or doomed. In this powerful episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, I’m joined by Hannah Maruyama, founder of Degree Free, who’s helping parents rethink success and explore real-world alternatives to the traditional college path.
If you're tired of power struggles, student loan fear, and outdated definitions of “making it,” this conversation will give you practical tools and a fresh perspective to help your teen find their way—without unnecessary debt, pressure, or burnout. Hannah breaks down why the college industrial complex is crumbling, how to spot smarter options, and how to support your teen in creating a future that fits them.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE* Why pushing college as the only option is backfiring on many teens * How to motivate your teen without using grades, guilt, or fear * What the job market actually values (hint: it’s not always a degree) * 5 alternative paths your teen can take to succeed without student loans
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE* Degree Free Website * 5 Pathways to Great Work (YouTube Episode)
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Hannah Maruyama🌐 Website: degreefree.com
📸 Instagram: @degreefree
🎥 YouTube: @DegreeFree
🎵 TikTok: @degreefree
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell🌐 Website: AskDrCam.com
📸 Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
🎵 TikTok: @the.teen.translator
📺 YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
📘 Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS:00:00 Rethinking Success: The Outdated College Path
01:28 Hannah's Journey: From College to Career Freedom
04:15 The Pressure to Conform: College as the Only Option
10:10 The Financial Burden: Student Loans and Their Impact
21:19 Changing Job Market: The Shift Away from Degrees
36:36 Strategic Career Planning
42:25 Navigating Career Choices
52:13 Alternative Pathways to Success
ABOUT THE SHOWThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth. Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding.
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Think your teen is using weed because of peer pressure? Think again. In this powerful episode, Dr. Cam sits down with Dr. Jessica Willoughby and Dr. Stacey Hust from the WSU Media Adolescent Cannabis (MAC) Lab to unpack the real reasons behind rising teen cannabis use—and what parents can actually do about it.
Backed by groundbreaking research, this episode explores how savvy marketing, social media influence, and misleading packaging—not just peer dynamics—are shaping teen decisions. If you've ever felt unsure about how to talk to your teen about weed, you're not alone. This episode gives you the insights, tools, and language to have real, meaningful conversations without losing the connection.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE Why peer pressure is not*the main reason teens are using weed today * How marketing, packaging, and perceived norms shape your teen’s choices * What THC-labeled gummies and “natural” branding are really doing to teen perception * Harm reduction strategies that actually work when prevention isn’t enough
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE WSU MAC Lab * SAMHSA National Helpline * NIDA—Cannabis * CDC—Cannabis and Teens * Teens, Sex and Media Effects: Understanding Media's Influence on Adolescent Sexuality, Sexual Health, and Advocacy*
CONNECT WITH OUR GUESTSDr. Stacey Hust
Email: sjhust@wsu.edu
LinkedIn: Stacey Hust
BlueSky: staceyhust@bsky.social
Dr. Jessica Willoughby
Email: jessica.willoughby@wsu.edu
LinkedIn: Jessica Fitts Willoughby
BlueSky: @jwilloughby.bsky.social
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam CaswellWebsite: AskDrCam.com
Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
TikTok: @the.teen.translator
YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 Understanding Teen Cannabis Use
03:06 The Impact of Cannabis on the Adolescent Brain
07:30 Navigating Conversations with Teens
12:15 Harm Reduction Strategies for Parents
19:53 The Role of Marketing in Teen Cannabis Use
25:17 Addressing the Challenges of Edibles
30:29 Ethical Dilemmas in Parenting and Cannabis
32:28 Starting Early: Conversations About Cannabis
ABOUT THE SHOWParenting Teens with Dr. Cam is your go-to podcast for real-world parenting strategies backed by psychology, neuroscience, and a whole lot of empathy. Hosted by adolescent psychologist Dr. Cam Caswell, each episode delivers practical tips and honest conversations that help you better understand your teen—and yourself. Whether you're facing eye rolls or emotional breakdowns, this show is here to help you parent smarter, not harder.
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In this must-listen episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, adolescent psychologist and parenting coach Dr. Cam Caswell sits down with writer and professor Nancy Reddy, author of The Good Mother Myth, to unpack the crushing weight of unrealistic parenting expectations.
Together, they explore how outdated beliefs about “good” parenting are fueling unnecessary guilt and stress—especially for moms of teens. You’ll learn the difference between helpful guilt and harmful shame, how to let go of perfectionism, and how to reframe your role as your teen grows more independent.
Nancy also shares the liberating truth about asking for help and why showing vulnerability is one of the best lessons you can teach your teen.
This episode is both a sigh of relief and a wake-up call. If you're tired of feeling like you're not doing enough, listen in.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE How outdated “good mom” myths create toxic guilt for modern parents. * The truth about your role in your teen’s happiness (and why it’s not what you think) * Why modeling imperfection and asking for help makes you a better* parent * Practical tips to release shame, reclaim calm, and parent from your values
5 KEY TAKEAWAYS FOR PARENTS OF TEENS1. Guilt ≠ Shame: Guilt can spark change, but shame keeps you stuck in self-blame 2. Use a values check when guilt creeps in—what matters to your family, not to others 3. Build a “friend family” of supportive adults to share the emotional and logistical load 4. Ask for help—and watch how it gives your teen permission to do the same 5. Focus on the relationship, not your performance. You’re a parent, not a perfectionist
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE The Good Mother Myth by Nancy Reddy * Write More, Be Less Careful Newsletter * Work Like a Mother by Laura Bazelon * Unfit Parent* by Jessica Slice * Research by Erica Boothby on “the liking gap” * Anthropological research by Margaret Mead
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Nancy Reddy* Website: nancyreddy.com * Instagram: @nancy.o.reddy * Newsletter: Write More, Be Less Careful
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell* Website: AskDrCam.com * Instagram: @DrCamCaswell * TikTok: @the.teen.translator * YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam * Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 The Pressure of Perfection in Motherhood
03:12 Navigating the Transition to Parenting Teens
06:05 Understanding and Overcoming Mom Guilt
09:01 The Myth of the Perfect Mother
12:03 Distinguishing Guilt from Accountability
14:48 Letting Go of Guilt and Embracing Trust
18:11 The Role of Community and Co-Parenting
21:22 Navigating New Motherhood and Guilt
24:38 The Role of Community in Parenting
26:10 Understanding Guilt in Parenting
30:09 The Importance of Asking for Help
33:11 Modeling Vulnerability for Our Children
38:34 Defining Values to Combat Guilt
ABOUT THE SHOWThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth.
Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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Are you stuck in constant battles with your teen—no matter how many consequences you hand out? You're not alone. In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, I sit down with renowned psychologist and TEDx speaker Dr. Paul Sunseri, author of Gentle Parenting Reimagined. With over 40 years of experience, Dr. Sunseri offers parents a powerful shift: how to stay calm, set firm boundaries, and transform behavior—without yelling or giving in. If you’ve got a strong-willed or defiant teen, this episode will be a game-changer.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
- What to do when consequences no longer work with your teen
- How to set effective boundaries without yelling or power struggles
- The difference between gentle parenting and permissiveness
- How to tie privileges (like screen time) to responsibility
5 KEY TAKEAWAYS FOR PARENTS OF TEENS
- Shift from “Fixing the Kid” to Changing the Dynamic: Teen defiance is often about the relationship, not just behavior. Focus on how you respond.
- Speak Calmly and Clearly: Avoid emotional reactions. Use matter-of-fact requests to maintain authority without fueling conflict.
- Use Privileges Strategically: Tie screen time and other privileges to daily responsibilities—then follow through consistently.
- Expect Resistance, But Stay the Course: Change won’t happen overnight. Stay patient and consistent even when it’s tough.
- Believe in Their Ability to Grow: Set high (yet compassionate) expectations. Let them fail and learn—it’s how resilience is built.
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
- Gentle Parenting When to Lean Out Instead of Leaning In – Psychology Today
- Consequences Don’t Work With My Kid – Psychology Today
- Gentle Parenting Deserves Another Chance – Today’s Parent
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Dr. Paul Sunseri
- Website: myIFFT.org
- Instagram: @dr_paul_challengingkids
- YouTube: Dr. Paul Sunseri
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell
- Website: AskDrCam.com
- Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
- TikTok: @the.teen.translator
- YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
- Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS:
00:00 Understanding Defiance in Teens
05:13 The Bi-Directional Influence of Behavior
10:05 Common Mistakes Parents Make
18:10 Navigating Emotional Regulation
28:03 Strategies for Managing Household Responsibilities
30:36 The Autonomy Dilemma in Parenting
32:26 Effective Communication Strategies with Teens
34:20 Flexibility and Boundaries in Parenting
36:12 Motivation and Homework Challenges
39:00 Understanding Teen Resistance to Homework
42:31 Balancing Privileges and Responsibilities
45:41 Negotiating Homework and Screen Time
48:56 Navigating Homework Expectations
51:17 Establishing Behavioral Habits
54:36 Setting Realistic Parenting Goals
57:38 The Importance of Limits and Expectations
01:01:29 Building Resilience Through Challenges
01:05:33 Parenting Across Generations
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth. Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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When your teen falls in love for the first time—or goes through their first heartbreak—it can be emotional for everyone. You want to protect them, guide them, and maybe even stop them from getting hurt. But if you're not careful, your good intentions can push them away. In this episode, I’m joined by journalist, professor, and fellow mom Lisa A. Phillips, author of First Love: Guiding Teens Through Relationships and Heartbreak. Lisa shares powerful insight from her personal and professional journey helping teens—and parents—navigate the emotional rollercoaster of young love. If you’re wondering how to talk to your teen about dating, heartbreak, or those “red flag” relationships without causing shutdown or secrecy, this conversation is a must-listen.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE Why teens hide their relationships—and how to keep the conversation open * How to support your teen through their first heartbreak without minimizing their pain * What to say when you’re worried about who your teen is dating * How sharing your* relationship experiences can actually help your teen make better choices
5 KEY TAKEAWAYS FOR PARENTS OF TEENS1. Validation builds trust: When your teen opens up about a relationship, resist the urge to fix it. Just listen first. 2. Judgment shuts teens down: Even one negative comment can drive their dating life underground. 3. Ask, don’t assume: “Dating” might just mean texting or walking to class together—so ask what it means to them. 4. Help them reflect, not rebel: Instead of telling them who not to date, ask how that person makes them feel. 5. Model real-life lessons: You don’t have to be perfect—just honest. Your own dating history can be a powerful teaching tool.
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEFirst Love: Guiding Teens Through Relationships and Heartbreak by Lisa A. Phillips
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CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Lisa A. Phillips* Website: lisaamyphillips.com * Instagram: @lisaamyphillips18 * Facebook: lisa.a.phillips.73 * LinkedIn: lisa-a-phillips-978a78124
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell* Website:AskDrCam.com * Instagram: @DrCamCaswell * YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam * TikTok: @the.teen.translator * Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 Navigating Teen Relationships: A New Era
02:57 Understanding Parental Fears in Teen Dating
06:03 The Importance of Validating Teen Emotions
09:09 Setting Boundaries: When Teens Want to Date
11:55 Over-Enmeshment: Balancing Relationships and Independence
14:50 Building Self-Worth Beyond Romantic Attention
17:56 Handling Unfavorable Partners: A Delicate Approach
24:22 Navigating Difficult Conversations with Teens
27:33 Understanding Teen Relationships and Parental Influence
30:19 Conflict Resolution in Teen Relationships
33:19 Coping with Breakups: Supporting Teens in Pain
36:59 The Importance of Reflection and Growth
40:19 First Loves: Shaping Future Relationships
ABOUT THE SHOWThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth. Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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If setting boundaries with your teen feels like trying to nail Jell-O to a wall—you’re not alone. In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, I sit down with Matilda Gosling, social scientist and author of Teenagers: The Evidence Base, to break down the science behind boundary-setting that actually works. No more power struggles. No more guessing games. Just real, research-backed strategies to help you protect your teen and prepare them for the real world.
Matilda brings both the data and the empathy, helping parents understand where to draw the line, when to back off, and how to keep the relationship strong while doing it. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Am I being too strict? Too lenient?”—this episode is your answer.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE* Why boundaries help teens feel safe, not smothered * How to focus on the rules that really matter (and ditch the ones that don’t) * The difference between control and influence—and why one actually works * How to set your own boundaries without feeling guilty or selfish
5 KEY TAKEAWAYS FOR PARENTS OF TEENS1. Prioritize the big stuff: Health, safety, and emotional well-being come first. Let go of the small battles. 2. Your boundaries matter too: You’re allowed to have limits—and your teen needs to see them. 3. Respect their privacy: Snooping leads to secrets. Trust builds openness. 4. Explain, don’t dictate: When teens understand the why, they’re more likely to follow through. 5. Mistakes are part of the process: Boundaries aren’t about perfection—they’re about growth.
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Matilda Gosling's Substack (Sign up to get a free PDF Q&A on teen mental health!) * Book: Teenagers: The Evidence Base by Matilda Gosling * Book: The Anxious Generation* by Jonathan Haidt
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Matilda Gosling* Website: matildagosling.substack.com * Instagram: @matilda.gosling * LinkedIn: Matilda Gosling * X/Twitter: @matildagosling
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell* Website: AskDrCam.com * Instagram: @DrCamCaswell * TikTok: @the.teen.translator * YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam * Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS:00:00 Understanding Teen Boundaries
02:59 The Importance of Independence
05:48 Defining Boundaries vs. Rules
09:04 Negotiating Boundaries with Teens
12:02 Common Mistakes Parents Make
15:02 The Role of Safetyism
18:08 Respecting Teen Privacy
20:56 Identifying Important Boundaries
23:46 Setting Parental Boundaries
27:06 The Importance of Modeling Behavior
29:57 Navigating Emotional Responses
32:49 Final Thoughts on Boundaries
ABOUT THE SHOWThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth. Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Dr. Cam sits down with three courageous moms—Heather, Lara, and Maria—who open up about the emotional rollercoaster of raising teens through tough issues like self-harm, emotional regulation struggles, vaping, and academic burnout. These women, all members of Dr. Cam’s Inner Circle, share what it was like before they found support, and how everything changed when they stopped trying to control their teens and started learning how to truly connect. If you’re feeling frustrated, scared, or unsure how to help your teen without pushing them away, this episode offers real hope and practical guidance from parents who’ve been there.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE* How to reconnect with your teen when communication has broken down * Why letting go of control can strengthen your relationship with your teenager * The impact of emotional regulation challenges on teen behavior—and how to respond * What a supportive parenting community can do for your confidence and peace of mind
5 KEY TAKEAWAYS FOR PARENTS OF TEENS1. Letting go of control builds trust and makes space for connection with your teen 2. Choosing one parenting value helps guide consistent, intentional responses 3. Allowing natural consequences helps teens learn from experience without constant lecturing 4. Empathetic listening without jumping in to fix builds emotional safety 5. Having a parenting support group offers relief, encouragement, and real-life strategies
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEDr. Cam's Inner Circle - A weekly support group for parents of teenagers where they can share challenges, learn strategies, and receive guidance from Dr. Cam and other parents. Join us at: https://www.askdrcam.com/innercircle
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam CaswellWebsite: AskDrCam.com
Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
TikTok: @the.teen.translator
YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
ABOUT THE SHOWThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth. Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together. #theteentranslator #drcam #parentingteensupport #reconnectwithyourteen
Worried about the impact your teen’s friends are having on them? You’re not alone—and it’s not as simple as “good” or “bad” peer pressure. In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, I sit down with peer influence expert Dr. Brett Laursen to unpack how friendships actually shape teen behavior (often for the better!) and how parents can stay influential without being controlling. Dr. Laursen, who has decades of research tracking teen friendships across multiple countries, shares surprising insights that can help you guide your teen through the tricky world of social dynamics, middle school transitions, and online influence. If you’ve ever wondered, "Am I losing my teen to their friends?" — this conversation is a must-listen.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE* Why peer pressure isn't always a bad thing and can actually drive positive behavior in teens * How to stay relevant as a parent even when friends seem to have more influence * What to do (and NOT do) if you're worried about your teen's friends * How online and real-world friendships impact vulnerable teens differently
5 KEY TAKEAWAYS FOR PARENTS OF TEENS1. Friendship first, influence second: Teens choose friends who are similar to them, not the other way around. 2. Middle school changes everything: The shift from adult-centered to peer-centered social life demands a new parenting approach. 3. Stay connected, don't compete: Your teen needs a supportive parent, not a rival for attention. 4. Opportunities, not ultimatums: Help your teen find better friendships by fostering their interests, not forcing social changes. 5. Humanize yourself: Teens respect advice more when they see you as a real person, not just an authority figure.
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CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Dr. Brett Laursen* Website: https://www.fau.edu/science/psychology/laursen-lab/ * Email: laursen@fau.edu
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam* Website: AskDrCam.com * Instagram: @DrCamCaswell * YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam * Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 Understanding Peer Pressure in Teens
03:01 The Dual Nature of Peer Influence
05:46 Navigating Friendships: The Parent's Dilemma
08:53 The Shift to Peer-Driven Social Structures
12:12 The Importance of Positive Relationships
15:10 Managing Friendships: When to Intervene
18:12 Supporting Kids Who Struggle to Make Friends
21:08 The Role of Online Influences
23:54 Building Trust and Communication with Teens
27:01 Humanizing Parental Relationships
29:55 Final Thoughts on Peer Influence and Parenting
ABOUT THE SHOWThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth. Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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When you lose a child, everything changes. In this powerful episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, we meet Kristen Schindler, a courageous mother who shares her journey through the devastating loss of her 21-year-old son, Gavin, to suicide. Kristin opens up about navigating grief while parenting her other children, how undiagnosed physical and mental health issues played a hidden role, and the steps she’s taken to find healing, hope, and purpose.
If you're a parent terrified of missing warning signs or struggling to support a grieving family, Kristen’s story reminds us that love alone can't shield our kids from life's hardest battles—and that healing, while messy, is possible. This conversation offers real tools, deep compassion, and hope for anyone touched by loss.
Kristen Schindler is a passionate advocate for suicide awareness, a mother of faith, and a living example of resilience. Through her story, she helps other parents navigate the unimaginable with grace, honesty, and strength.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE* Why even the most attentive parents can’t always predict or prevent teen suicide * How hidden physical health issues (like undiagnosed heart problems) can impact mental health * Why “grief masking” hurts more than it helps—and how to truly process loss * How to create new family traditions that honor lost loved ones and foster healing
5 KEY TAKEAWAYS FOR PARENTS OF TEENS1. You can be a great parent and still face unimaginable loss: Kristen’s story removes shame and blame from grief. 2. Physical health affects mental health: Undiagnosed conditions can silently worsen depression and anxiety. 3. Grief isn't linear or tidy: Healing doesn't follow a timeline—and that's normal. 4. "Grief masking" backfires: Hiding your pain for others' comfort only deepens long-term wounds. 5. Honoring loved ones through new traditions brings hope: Small acts of kindness can keep memories alive and help families heal together.
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE* Free Space for Grace Workbook * Gavin’s Celebration of Life Tribute Watch on YouTube
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Kristen Schindler* Website:www.kristenleeschindler.com * Facebook: @kristen.schindler.3 * Instagram: @all.the.things.kls * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-schindler-2a8b755/ * YouTube: @kristenschindler9786e
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell* Website: AskDrCam.com * Instagram: @DrCamCaswell * TikTok: @the.teen.translator * YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam * Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS:00:00 Navigating Grief: A Personal Journey
03:02 The Impact of Loss on Family Dynamics
06:04 Understanding Mental Health Challenges
08:58 The Role of Faith in Healing
11:59 The Complexity of Grief and Healing
15:00 Lessons Learned from Loss
18:14 The Importance of Open Communication
21:04 Finding Joy Amidst Grief
23:59 Empowering Parents in the Face of Loss
32:06 Navigating Grief and Loss
34:55 The Impact of Addiction on Families
37:04 Finding Purpose in Pain
39:54 The Importance of Community and Support
43:14 Transforming Grief into Empathy
48:00 Honoring Loved Ones Through Kindness
52:39 Lessons for Parents in Grief
ABOUT THE SHOWThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth. Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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Ever feel like your kids are growing up in totally different households—even though they share the same last name and dinner table? Your oldest follows all the rules, your middle child avoids conflict like it’s their full-time job, and your youngest? Total chaos with a side of charm.
In this episode, Dr. Cam sits down with Dr. Kelly Jameson, a therapist, speaker, and expert on birth order psychology and sibling dynamics, to decode what’s really going on behind your kids’ clashing personalities—and what to do when fairness feels impossible. If you’ve ever second-guessed how you parent each child (spoiler: you're not imagining it), this episode is packed with eye-opening truths and practical solutions.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE* How birth order shapes your teen’s personality and behavior * Why sibling rivalry is normal—and how to handle it without picking sides * What “fair” parenting really looks like (and why it’s not the same for every child) * How to parent your firstborn, middle, and youngest without losing your mind
5 KEY TAKEAWAYS FOR PARENTS OF TEENS1. Birth order isn’t just theory—it deeply influences how each child behaves, connects, and competes 2. Sibling rivalry often stems from a fight for limited parental attention—not bad behavior 3. Fairness in parenting means meeting each child where they are developmentally, not treating them identically 4. Older siblings shouldn’t be forced to parent younger ones—it breeds resentment, not responsibility 5. Creating rituals, one-on-one time, and shared experiences helps reduce tension and build sibling bonds
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EPISODE CHAPTERS:00:00 Understanding Birth Order Dynamics
06:11 Sibling Rivalry and Parental Attention
08:47 Navigating Fairness in Parenting
12:38 Intervening in Sibling Conflicts
18:05 Supporting Siblings Through Challenges
20:39 The Dynamics of Sibling Relationships
24:49 Navigating Sibling Rivalry and Conflict
29:36 Understanding Birth Order and Its Impact
32:35 Tailoring Parenting Strategies by Birth Order
39:45 Key Takeaways for Parents
ABOUT THE SHOWThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth. Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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Tired of fighting over screen time with your teen? Then this episode is for you. Dr. Cam sits down with digital wellness expert Nicole Rawson, founder of Screen Time Clinic, to tackle one of today’s biggest parenting challenges: teen screen addiction.
Nicole shares why traditional limits don’t work anymore, how to spot warning signs early, and what a real digital detox looks like (hint: it’s not just unplugging the Wi-Fi).
If you're ready to take back control, reconnect with your teen, and restore peace in your home, don’t miss this conversation.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE How excessive screen time rewires your teen’s brain and behavior * Why some teens are more sensitive to screen addiction than others * What actually works when a teen is addicted to their phone or gaming * How to do a digital detox with* your teen instead of against them
5 KEY TAKEAWAYS FOR PARENTS OF TEENS
- Complete digital detox is more effective than moderation for addicted teens
- Structure and planning are essential for a successful screen break
- Withdrawal is a red flag—not just “normal teen stuff”
- Parents must model healthy digital habits to help their teens reset
- Replacing screen time with meaningful, engaging activities is key to long-term success
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE* Reset Your Child’s Brain by Dr. Victoria Dunckley * ScreenTimeClinic.com * Free Digital Detox Newsletter & Guide
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Nicole Rawson* Website: ScreenTimeClinic.com * Instagram: @screentimeclinic
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell* Website: AskDrCam.com * Instagram: @DrCamCaswell * TikTok: @the.teen.translator * YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam * Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 Understanding Screen Time Concerns
03:04 The Impact of Screen Time on Teens
05:53 Identifying Sensitivity to Digital Media
08:54 Implementing Digital Detox Strategies
12:00 Navigating Resistance from Teens
15:02 Recognizing Signs of Addiction
18:12 Healthy Coping Mechanisms for Teens
26:54 The Impact of Screen Time on Family Dynamics
31:10 Understanding Teen Addiction to Screens
36:49 Building Healthy Structures for Teens
41:54 The Role of Parents in Digital Detox
ABOUT THE SHOWThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth. Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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In this compelling episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, host Dr. Cam interviews Cam Adair, the founder of Game Quitters and a renowned expert in gaming addiction recovery. Drawing from his own experience as a teen who once played video games for 16 hours a day, Cam shares invaluable insights that every parent needs to hear. This episode tackles the pressing concerns parents have about their teens' gaming habits and provides practical, actionable strategies to help foster a healthy relationship with gaming.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
- Understanding the spectrum of gaming addiction and how it affects teens.
- Effective communication strategies to engage your teen about gaming.
- Practical tips for fostering a balanced relationship with gaming.
- The importance of family values in guiding discussions around gaming behavior.
5 KEY TAKEAWAYS FOR PARENTS OF TEENS1. Recognize Gaming Disorder: Understand the criteria defined by the World Health Organization to identify gaming addiction. 2. Focus on Overall Functioning: Assess your teen's engagement in school, friendships, and family activities beyond just gaming hours. 3. Create Safe Communication Spaces: Have important conversations outside the home or away from gaming devices to ensure openness. 4. Educate Yourself on Games: Learn about the games your teen plays to set realistic expectations and boundaries. 5. Facilitate Smooth Transitions: Allow your teen time to decompress after gaming before switching to other activities.
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE* Game Quitters: A comprehensive resource for parents and teens dealing with gaming issues * Cam Adair's TEDx Talk
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Cam Adair* Instagram: @GameQuitters * Facebook: Game Quitters * LinkedIn: Cam Adair * X: @GameQuitters * YouTube: Game Quitters
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell* Website: AskDrCam.com * Instagram: @DrCamCaswell * TikTok: @the.teen.translator * YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam * Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS:00:00 Understanding Gaming Addiction
03:01 The Spectrum of Gaming Behavior
06:00 Identifying Healthy vs. Problematic Gaming
08:58 Finding Balance in Gaming
11:59 Effective Communication with Teens
15:05 Navigating Power Struggles
18:08 Building Family Values Around Gaming
21:09 Collaborative Solutions for Gaming Limits
24:09 Setting Up for Healthy Gaming Habits
26:45 Transitioning from Gaming to Other Activities
30:00 Handling Meltdowns Over Gaming Limits
33:03 Encouraging Exploration Beyond Gaming
36:00 Modeling Healthy Tech Use
38:51 Resources for Parents and Final Thoughts
ABOUT THE SHOWThe Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth. Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, college admissions coach Dyllen Nellis reveals the secret to crafting standout college applications—authentic storytelling. Forget obsessing over GPAs—top schools want students who can articulate their core values, intellectual curiosity, and unique experiences. Dyllen shares expert strategies to help your teen write compelling essays, develop passion projects, and stand out in a competitive admissions landscape—without parental hovering.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
- Why authenticity matters more than perfect essays
- How to help your teen find their unique story
- The role of passion projects in top college applications
- The right way to support your teen—without taking over
5 KEY TAKEAWAYS FOR PARENTS OF TEENS
- Story Over Stats – Grades alone won’t get your teen into top schools. Their story and values matter more.
- Authenticity Wins – Admissions officers can spot fake or forced narratives. Encourage honesty.
- Passion Projects Stand Out – Schools want students who create real impact through their interests.
- Curiosity is Key – Support your teen’s genuine interests instead of pushing “impressive” activities.
- Guide, Don’t Hover – Give your teen space to explore, make mistakes, and develop their own voice.
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- Free Masterclass: The Top School Admissions Formula
- Dyllen’s Website: NextGen Admit
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Dyllen Nellis
- Instagram: @nextgenadmit
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FULL TRANSCRIPT
Dr. Cam (00:00.942)
Hey parents, Dr. Cam here. College admissions are no joke, trust me. I'm right in the thick of it with my own teen and it is stressful. And if you're like most parents, you're probably think that the GPA and your test scores are the golden ticket to getting into the top school. But what if I told you they're not the most important things? In this episode, I'm joined by Dyllen Nellis, a college admissions coach and founder of NextGen Admin who helps students craft applications that make them stand out beyond just grades. After getting accepted to every single school she applied to, including Stanford, yes, parents, she now helps students around the world to do the same. So we're gonna talk about the number one thing that gives your teens a competitive edge. You wanna hear it? Keep listening, welcome Dylan.
Dyllen Nellis (00:52.595)
Thank you for having me.
Dr. Cam (00:54.698)
This is such a hot topic, especially now. I know right now my daughter's waiting back to hear back from school. She's hearing from schools and a lot of juniors are in that like frantic mode of, my gosh, grades, grades, grades, grades, grades, building my resume. Why are you telling us that's not the most important thing?
Dyllen Nellis (01:16.501)
Well, I think people are so focused on grades, especially parents, you know, when putting a lot of pressure on their kids to do well in school. That's a very normal thing. And it is important, yes, to have good grades, but they are not the thing that's going to help you stand out at a top school, especially, you know, I know a lot of people are really excited about hopefully getting into a really competitive school. That's what I help people do. And what they have to understand is that the people applying to those schools will have those top grades and top test scores. Maybe not perfect, so you don't have to be ultra perfect in terms of grades and scores. the thing is, it's not going to be like, what's the difference between you and some other kid who has the same exact score? So the stats don't show the admissions officers who you are as a person or what you're going to contribute to their university. And that's what they want to know. So what I teach students is that their superpower is their story and it's their unique core values and how they can effectively articulate them in standout, powerful college essays.
Dr. Cam (02:40.396)
Right? So now parents are going, okay, so how do I craft a great story for my teen? How do I make sure my teen has a great story? What do you say to that?
Dyllen Nellis (02:51.143)
The first thing they need to do is understand who they are. A lot of students will think, okay, what do I write my college essay about? Let me just pick the worst thing that's ever happened to me and write about that. Or the parents will force something onto them and be like, well, you did that one leadership thing that one time, right? So shouldn't you write about that? I guess. And then a lot of times there's this, like, this force in a way that you try to contrive a narrative that doesn't quite express who they really are. And so that's why I say don't don't just start writing the essay, you have to do all of this work that comes beforehand. And so that work is first really sitting down and reflecting, reflecting on who you are, what makes you unique why do you do the things that you do? I think that's the most important part. Like I will get on a call with a student and they'll tell me they're interested in a certain major. And I'm like, okay, that's awesome. Why? Why are you interested in that? And they freeze and they have no idea what to tell me. And then sometimes they'll answer with like experiences that they had or clubs that they were in or things that they did. And I'm like, no, no, no, no, I'm not asking you what you did. I'm asking you like something much deeper, like what is it about this thing that makes you so excited, that makes you intellectually curious? So those are the questions we have to start asking. And that takes a lot of reflection that I think students at that age are not used to. They're not thinking about what are my values as a person? What's my identity?
Dr. Cam (04:42.606)
They're trying to figure it out, they don't know yet.
Dyllen Nellis (04:45.873)
Exactly. And especially like, it's really cool once they start to understand this, because when they see the patterns of like, all of my experiences in my life actually line up in a way that made me the way I am today. And that's super cool. And I help them identify those patterns and what the values are that like connect all of their experiences together. And then those values become the themes or their college essay. So that's something that I don't think is talked about enough, or like rarely at all, is that college essay should have a theme. Like every single essay needs to have a different theme and that theme is whatever the core value is or whatever the main lesson or you know, how their mindset shifted, how they grew. That is what the essay needs to focus on. So not entirely about a certain challenge that they went through or a certain experience. It's more about what they learned from it because those values and skills that they gained are the things that they are going to contribute to the university. So then the university is like, oh, that's how you're going to make me look good.
Dr. Cam (05:58.85)
Right? I want to work backwards from this. So what you're saying is the essay and even the interviews, like my daughter has a lot of interviews, which I think is a similar thing, where they're asking her who she is, what she's passionate about, why she wants to go to that school. And the challenge that I'm seeing with a lot of the kids I work with is they don't know because a lot of them are going where they're supposed to be going and doing what they're doing because that's what they're told they should be doing. And that's what they, so they don't have an inner passion value, everything else. It's like the bottom line is cause my parents told me, right? So do you hear this? Do you see that answer?
Dyllen Nellis (06:31.146)
Yes, and that's honestly the hardest part, like especially if they're a senior in high school, that's when things get really hard because we're trying to like pull from nothing, or not nothing, but like there's not much there. And of course, when I work with a student, I can only work with what is actually inherently there because I care a lot about telling authentic stories. So I think this is a really good point to mention, especially for parents of students who are younger, you know, like younger in high school, freshmen, sophomore year, it's important that they're doing things that they actually care about and that lights them up. Because yeah, as we see later down the line, if they don't have that like inner motivation or passion, then it's really hard to craft stories. I actually have an anecdote of this quite recently I worked with a student, she booked a call with me and she presented me her essay and I was like, okay, cool. Let's look at it. But I could tell something was off about the essay. was about like a leadership experience. But for some reason, the story wasn't quite, it didn't seem real to me in a lot of ways. And it didn't seem like we didn't get to those deeper core values as I've been mentioning. So I started asking her about it and suddenly she starts breaking down and crying in front of me and she's like, you know, I don't know like this wasn't a good experience at all for me. Actually, I didn't learn much and my parents just told me that I should write about this and I don't know what I should do. And I was just like, my gosh, it made me so sad. Honestly, I will say I don't think that students in that case are like a lost cause.
We can revitalize it, we can fix it. And that's why it takes someone who can help them realize the amazing qualities that they do have, the amazing experiences that they have gone through. Because I don't think, you know, it's exclusive to people who've been high giving their whole life. Like, everybody has a story to tell, it just takes someone to help them realize that instead of forcing a narrative onto
Dr. Cam (08:58.658)
We have this belief that we want to force a narrative that makes them sound really good and really high achieving and everything else. And I'm hearing parents already going, okay, so you're telling me my kid needs to do what they're really passionate about. Well, great. They're passionate about playing on their games all day or scrolling TikTok. That's all they're passionate about. So what do I do with that?
Dyllen Nellis (09:27.657)
I think that's really interesting if like, instead of maybe shutting down those interests, get curious, get curious about them. So especially with the TikTok one, I'd be like, what kinds of videos are you watching on TikTok? Because I know me, I will get really interesting. I don't know, people get such neat interests on TikTok. And like I would just the other day, I was like learning about manifesting and quantum leaps or whatever and how that relates to quantum physics. Like that was coming up on my feed and I was like, that's so interesting. So I started going down a rabbit hole on that. So your kid might actually be interested in these very niche things that are coming up on their feeds. And I would get curious about that, know, ask them, have conversations, just to learn a little bit more about what's going on in their head? What are the topics that they're thinking about? What are the questions that they have in the world? I think that's a great one. Pursue the questions. What are you thinking of? What are you curious about? What problems do you care about? Our generation is a lot more interested in social issues and mental health. So lean into those things. Does your kid really care about that? All of those things can, you can find some rich insights from there.
Dr. Cam (10:58.124)
Right, and I'm gonna take this Dylan and just kind of re-word what I heard to make sure I got this right. I'm hearing rather than fighting with your teen going, you should not be doing this, which you love, because that's not gonna look good and that's a waste of your time. You should want to do this and be doing this because this is gonna look better and this looks like you're being more productive. But when we do that, we're now pushing kids into something that they don't want to be doing. So when they have to talk about it passionately and their interests and what they love, they're like, I don't, I had to do it. So we really want to lean in. And when we lean in and you're right, a lot of kids discover things through TikTok and through other, and I share this too, like my daughter's really into Broadway and she follows all these Broadway stars and gets them, watch them prepare behind the scenes, she knows what like seats, how many seats they sold and what they're doing. And I don't know any of them, like all then sales and all that. Like she knows all this information and all this detail about the business that she learned through TikTok. And it's building and building and that's where she's going for school. That's what she wants to focus on because she so loves it. Right? So I think that that is such a great inlet into what they love.
Dyllen Nellis (12:15.615)
Yeah, you nailed it. You nailed it at summarizing that. I also think like, this is not to say like, don't, you know, help them do things that are going to look good. I would just say do so in a way that is still nurturing their interests. You know, so if a kid is really interested in, I don't know, physics, for example, great. What kind of research opportunities can we get for that kid? Like what kind of summer programs exist?
Maybe they can start a physics club like, you know, help them learn the things that they are already interested in learning.
Dr. Cam (12:57.526)
Yeah, and I want to reiterate it's help not do.
Dyllen Nellis (13:02.389)
Yes, my gosh, yes.
Dr. Cam (13:05.637)
That's one of the things I know I'm working with a group of kids who are amazing and they're doing projects. And some of the projects you can tell the kids are doing and some of the projects you can tell are 100 % the parents. And you know, you know when it's the parents, because you're like, I'm sorry, there's no way, no matter how brilliant your kid is, that they're coming up with something that takes a college PhD to be able to do, right? What do you say to parents who are like, I want to make sure my teen is competitive and stands out, but I don't think on their own they are competitive and stand out that way.
Dyllen Nellis (13:47.967)
Ooh, okay. That's a good question. think, well, first understand that like growth is possible. We can, we can work on it. We can make them more competitive and more positioned to stand out in application season. So I would recommend if, they're earlier in high school, then it's a lot about extracurricular development. Things that really stand out are research, research opportunities. If you can work on your own research project, like independently led, that's awesome. Or work with a university and that takes a lot of like cold emailing usually. That looks awesome too. I know those things are also more challenging to acquire. Another thing I would highly recommend is a passion project as you kind of just mentioned, projects, right? Like projects are great and let your kid like tinker around and fail, you know, trial and error, play around, like explore their interests with projects and projects that especially relate to their interests. Number one, it's great if it can relate to their intended major because that helps them create a more cohesive application.
Dr. Cam (15:08.685)
Yeah.
Dyllen Nellis (15:13.043)
But projects that also solve problems. I know I mentioned earlier, like having questions, being curious. What are you curious about in the world? What are the problems that exist? What are the problems that you care about? And then create a project to try to solve it or work on it, you know? And so colleges want to see why not that you're not just that you are pursuing your intellectual interests, but that you're also trying to make an impact. Impact is so important to colleges and if you've been able to help your school community or your city or your entire country or internationally like those things look amazing and so just lean into how you can create positive change in the world because that's honestly what we need right now and universities are looking for students who are going to be change makers.
Dr. Cam (16:06.05)
Right. And it doesn't have to be big. Like, we don't have to go change the world. I think it's really little things. And as I said, the kids that I'm working with, it's the focus obviously is mental health. That's what my whole thing is. And they're going into their school or their community and doing a small, either a report or a cookie bake sale or something to bring awareness to mental health in their schools because that's something that they just, they want to do. Is that what you're talking about? Doing things like that?
Dyllen Nellis (16:37.589)
Yes, I think absolutely start small. Like don't, I know even get so overwhelmed and it will really freak you out. Like I'm speaking from experience, you know, when I was in high school, it's like, oh God, I have to create some like humongous thing. I don't know how to do any of that. Start small. You don't have to make an empire in one day. So it could start off with like making a club at your school. That works. I would recommend taking it further than bake sales though. just cause you want to make sure that this is something that creates real impact and can stand out. So, you know, whether that's like an educational program and then you're teaching in. Like I had a student who really leaned into robotics and she taught these classes in robotics to middle schoolers and she took it to farmers markets and displayed her robots and they had so many outreach efforts and she went to a conference and like chatted with all these other people to get signups for this other program that they put on. So as you can see there, she was able to help so many students in her community and at large. So yeah, as much as you can scale your impact, but you don't need to be at the finish line from the start, like starting small.
Dr. Cam (17:57.59)
Right. Now let me ask you Dylan, how involved should parents get into this? Because I think when kids are already, they're struggling with grades and parents are already very involved in trying to get their kids just to get good grades, right? And now they're going, okay, do I have to make sure I'm still on them about their grades? And now do I need to be on them about getting this passion project done?
Dyllen Nellis (18:22.547)
Yeah, I feel like also the language of on them feels so harsh.
Dr. Cam (18:27.448)
Thank you. Please address that. I would like for you to address that because I did that on purpose.
Dyllen Nellis (18:34.221)
well on them feels like you're hovering over them and like breathing on them, which doesn't feel good to the student and it doesn't make them want to like do the things that, I don't know. It makes them self-conscious also. Like I can, I can even just close my eyes and like step into that of like being with the student with the parent being like, you know, staring at me hovering over my whatever. So it doesn't feel good. It makes me feel like I can't make mistakes. It makes I'm literally just channeling right now. Like, what does this make me feel? It? Yeah, it makes me feel like I can't make mistakes. It makes me feel like I'm going to like for every decision that I have, I'm going to get faced with like a million, you know, have you thought about this? What about that? What about that? Like, well, here's the reality of that situation. So
Dr. Cam (19:11.788)
Good, I want you to be. That was my goal. I love it.
Dyllen Nellis (19:33.651)
For me, I feel like it would make it harder for me to dream big, honestly, because I feel like I'd be faced with a lot of backlash or objections before I even got started. But I need to just try things and fail at them in order to discover that for myself. Plus, like, those are where the experiences come, you know, like you get experience and then those experiences, guess what, can be the content for the college essay. Just saying.
Dr. Cam (20:01.102)
Correct. So even the failure makes a better essay when it's their authentic not succeeding at it, then succeeding at it, but their parents made them, did it for them, right? Okay. So the other thing now, how can parents best support their kids? First of all, if their kids are interested in doing this first, and then we're going to talk about if they're not. If their kids are like driven and they want to get into Stanford, they want to get into Yale, they want to look good, they want to do a passion project, how do we support them in that?
Dyllen Nellis (20:41.533)
Yeah, I think you should support your kid, first of all. I know we just said, don't be hovering over them, don't be on to them. But I think parents should absolutely still be part of the process. And it's wonderful when they are. I am grateful for the support that my parents gave me throughout high school. because my dad, for example, found Girls Who Code, that program, and showed it. Introduced that opportunity to me and I was like, yeah, I'm gonna apply to that and I did and it was awesome and I only knew about it because he had done some research online about that. So that's awesome. I would recommend just nurture their intellectual curiosity, lean into the things that they're already interested in and yeah, if you want to like look up opportunities online, find things that might interest them, that's great. And then you present them to your student.
And then if they want to do it, you can take that next step. Right, right, exactly. Yeah, and then I think another important thing is for parents to understand a little bit more about the college application process and how it works. And that's a big problem is that parents are giving all this advice or not even advice, but like telling kids to do things in a certain way because they think that they know how the college application process works when I don't know if it's entirely true. Like they might know some of the
Dr. Cam (22:12.174)
So what are some big, big misconceptions parents have?
Dyllen Nellis (22:16.19)
Well, that's like the story thing that I was mentioning, but like they understand that a college essay needs to have a good narrative. And yes, that's true, right? But that doesn't mean that you like fabricate certain parts of the narrative to make it sound like a narrative because when I read those essays, I've read thousands and thousands of college essays. If I read one of those, I will know in an instant like, this is not what actually happened. I need to talk to the student. Or maybe it did happen, but like not in that way, or they didn't actually think or feel those feelings that is written on the college essay. So I'll often talk to the kid and then find out what the truth was. And I'm like, my God, let's write about that. That's actually so much more interesting. I helped them outline a whole new essay that's still on the same topic. It's still telling essentially the same story, but now it's true. It's authentic and it rings and it sounds great. I have an example of when my dad, at one point, I was writing my college essay for the UCs, the University of California schools, and we needed a turning point. It was like I was having this in the essay. It's like I was experiencing this problem and I needed inspiration to like take action. And he recommended me, right?
And then I walked outside and stood underneath my big tree and the expansive like branches, the branches like inspire me to like expand my thinking. And I literally like wrote part of that in that essay. And now I look back and I'm like, this is the cheesiest thing I ever wrote. Thank God I didn't use that specific line in my essay to Stanford because I actually did use that same essay for Stanford, but I had to cut it down and I cut out that part and I made it better. But yeah, that's a great example of like, okay, if I read that, I would roll my eyes. I'm like, you did not stand under a tree and all of a sudden, like you decided to expand your thinking. What?
Dr. Cam (24:24.065)
Sounds very poetic. Not true. Yeah. So the messiness is good. We can have messiness.
Dyllen Nellis (24:43.047)
It depends. would recommend... I don't know. It's more about... I wouldn't say like having messiness.
Dr. Cam (24:51.798)
Not messiness in writing, but messiness in story. Like the story doesn't have to be a perfect story or can it be a messy situation.
Dyllen Nellis (25:01.269)
It doesn't have to be entirely linear and like, here's a bow tied around it like and then everything was solved. Everything was fixed. I think a lot of students think that they have to get there by the end of the essay. I'm like, just be real. What like, okay, if you're still experiencing whatever problem that was introduced in the beginning, you don't have to say, everything is solved. My life is perfect. But like, here's what I'm working on.
Here's the lessons that I'm learning. Here's how I have started to take action in my life or improve my life in certain ways. Great. Like if you're on that journey, you've taken steps, then that's great. Yeah. I would be careful with the word messy though. I feel like I want to be very...
Dr. Cam (25:48.29)
Okay, I appreciate that. What you said is what I was thinking of just like real, but yeah, I guess when my life is real, I think messy, but that's my life. So let me ask you this. If you have a kid and you're like, they're smart, I know they have what it takes to get into the school, but they're just not motivated to do this. What do you recommend parents do in those situations?
Dyllen Nellis (26:15.975)
if they're not motivated to about the college application process or.
Dr. Cam (26:21.432)
Well, just about like doing a passion project or doing something or like exploring that situation where it's gonna have this great story. Or I talk to kids too, or like, I'm just boring. I've had kids that I've worked with who are struggling, and I mean, in a mental health capacity, but this comes up because that's what's stressing them out, right? And they're like, I don't know what's right, I'm boring. Like there's nothing exciting, or I'm not motivated to do all this stuff.
So how do parents address that in your mind?
Dyllen Nellis (26:53.235)
Yeah. First of all, they're not boring. And I've had people tell me that too. And I'm like, no, no, no, no, you just haven't figured out what makes you unique yet. And let's figure that out. I can help you do that in an hour. Yeah. In terms of like motivating students, I think the most important thing is for them to understand why, why we want them to do this in the first place and what are the benefits of it. Right. Instead of just
Dr. Cam (27:01.42)
Yeah. It's fun to do that.
Dyllen Nellis (27:22.163)
You have to do this because it looks good to colleges. It's okay. A passion project I think is so awesome. First of all, because you get to learn more about the thing that you're interested in. You got to feel a sense of purpose, which is huge. You're like getting to do something that matters and really investing your all into it. And this is something that is self led. You get to be the leader in this. Like it's not a school assignment you have creative freedom, that's awesome. You're going to learn so many things along the way. So many things like once again, through the trial and error and failures, like those things are going to help you develop skills and lessons in life that you're going to use for the rest of your life. They're going to benefit you in so many other ways beyond college applications. And then it'll look good to colleges for your extracurriculars list. And then also because you have all of these new experiences that are not conventional, right? Because this is a project that you started. Not every other kid is doing this. This gives you such great content for your college essays. You know, if you want to focus in one of your essays on this passion project, but more specifically what you went throug how your mindset changed and how you grew as a person. That's so awesome. So if a student understands that and sees like all of the opportunities that can come from pursuing a passion project like that, then I think they'll be more motivated to want to take action.
Dr. Cam (29:04.172)
And we can't make them motivated to do it. We can give them all that information and feed that, but if they're not motivated at all, what do you say to that?
Dyllen Nellis (29:20.469)
Oh, I think I know where you're trying to take me, but you can, you can... Oh, really? Okay. Well, here's what I think. If you're like, my kid needs to get into a top school in order to be successful in life, then that is not true. They do not have to go to Stanford. They do not have to go to Harvard, you know, like...
Dr. Cam (29:23.914)
I'm not going to take you anywhere. I'm just asking because I know there's a lot of kids that are not motivated at all.
Dyllen Nellis (29:49.841)
they can get really great education and be so successful in their lives no matter where they go to college. So not everyone has to achieve at the same level, you know, and if that's just not like met for your kid, then that's fine. That's literally totally fine. So they don't have to get into a top school. So you don't need to force that onto them. If you know your kid would do better at a different type of school, great.
You know, there's like so much great education out there. And, I, I honestly will say I've learned the most, not from college. I know I went to Stanford. I learned some great things there, but, you know, I started my entire business and company and like everything that I know about how to run a business. I learned online because I was just like, let me go on YouTube and, you know, here's another rabbit hole. And then I learned from online business owners. Like these are things that college couldn't really teach me.
Dr. Cam (30:52.588)
Yeah. And thank you for that. You kind of are right. That's kind of where I was trying to get you at. But I think the key is like listening to this. If you have a child or a teen who really personally themselves want to get into these schools and they really do or trying everything they can, this is a great piece of information that you can share with them. The story, the passion project, the essay are really core to differentiating themselves. If you have a kid that does not want to do this, even though you want them to do it, we can't force them and push them to do that. And that's okay. There's a lot of other ways that they can go about and find their path in life. Is that correct? Great. Okay. So I want to hear from you. How were your parents and what did your parents, because you're still so young,
Dyllen Nellis (31:41.737)
Yeah, absolutely.
Dr. Cam (31:50.55)
What did your parents do that you found were the most supportive and helped you the most when you were driven for your own success?
Dyllen Nellis (31:50.943)
My parents were great, first of all. I really appreciate all the things that they've done and how they helped me throughout my education. They never really, yeah, they didn't really force anything on me in high school. It's funny, I was just so high achieving and I put pressure on myself and that was just a me thing and I, yeah, it's kind of funny. But like I said, my dad found certain opportunities for me by searching online. I think he was proactive in understanding that you even, not had to, but it would look great if you did do a project, right? And so I didn't know that at all. And nobody at my school was talking about that. Like none of the kids were talking about that. Like nobody, no one was like.
No one was very understanding of the college application process at my high school. Like that wasn't the thing. And so he introduced those ideas to me. I said, just just being exposed to those ideas or knowing that that is something, right? Like then I was interested in taking those steps. And if I had an idea, we would work on it, we would discuss it, we would brainstorm it together that was wonderful and if there were any resources that my parents thought that I would benefit from or people who they knew then they could introduce me. So that's yeah that's like a great thing. And then on my essays my parents definitely looked at my essays and helped me edit them as I mentioned before I don't think that they're perfect but that's okay.
Dr. Cam (33:48.814)
You can take some of their suggestions and not take some of their suggestions.
Dyllen Nellis (33:54.011)
Yes. And I also understand that some students may not want to share their essays with their parents. I think that is totally fine too. Because sometimes students are writing about really personal things. Sometimes it is about the relationship with their parents. Yeah. So I am really grateful for how my parents helped me with that. So it's just like, yeah. And any way that they can support providing resource doing research themselves or like presenting ideas, talking with me about certain ideas, that's all helpful.
Dr. Cam (34:31.352)
Yeah, I love that part of it. It's fun to do the brainstorming and just kind of throwing ideas around and then watching them go, watching them take it and go. And that's it's so cool. So Dylan, how do people find you if they want your support in this?
Dyllen Nellis (34:47.793)
Yes, you can visit nextgenadmit.com. That's my website. It has everything, all of my programs, all my services, all of that. I'm actually open to working with private clients now for sophomores and juniors in high school. So if that's something you're interested in, then you can book a free call with me on my website as well. And I do want to offer everyone here my free masterclass. I have a full hour long master class where I talk about the top school admissions formula. That's what I call it. And so I'll break down like these very specific parts that it takes to get into a top school. And that's super valuable. You'll get a lot of insight from that. So you can visit nextgenadmit.com slash master class and register for free.
Dr. Cam (35:37.43)
Right. I have a feeling a lot of my listeners are going to be jumping over to that because I know we've got, we've got a lot of high achieving kids. So thank you so much, Dylan. What is the one thing that you want people to walk away with from this conversation?
Dyllen Nellis (35:54.047)
Ooh, it's that competitive colleges admit students who can effectively articulate their core values, their intellectual curiosity, and their potential to succeed at their institution. That's what these colleges want. And so don't force a fake narrative. You want to tell an authentic story. Because if you're not telling an authentic story, you're telling a cliche one.
Dr. Cam (36:19.362)
Yeah, I love that. That is so important. Dylan, thank you so much for jumping on. This was great. Very helpful. Very inspiring.
Dyllen Nellis (36:25.247)
Thank you.
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EPISODE CHAPTERS
00:00 Navigating the IEP Process: A Personal Journey
02:49 Cultural Responsivity in Autism Support
05:52 Advocacy: The Unique Challenges for Minority Parents
09:04 Understanding the Special Education Process
12:00 Identifying Signs of Learning Difficulties in Teens
14:58 Overcoming Stigma: Supporting Teens with IEPs
17:52 Empowering Teens to Advocate for Themselves
20:54 Leveraging Interests for Learning
23:52 Finding Support and Resources
26:53 The Importance of Grace in Parenting
FULL TRANSCRIPT
Dr. Cam (00:00)
As a mom who's been through the school IEP process dozens of times at least, I can tell you it's quite overwhelming. Whether it's figuring out the process, understanding what support is available, or just trying to advocate for your teen or help them advocate for themselves, it's a lot. That's why I'm so excited for today's episode. I'm joined by Maria Davis-Pierre, a licensed mental health counselor, autism advocate, and the founder of Autism in Black. Her work has been featured in Forbes, USA Today, PBS and more. Today she's gonna do, give us the insight we need to navigate IEPs with confidence. Welcome Maria.
Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC (00:39)
Thank you for having me. I'm so excited.
Dr. Cam (00:42)
Me too. So especially as someone that's been through this process a lot, I know that is so challenging. But let's first start with you. Tell us a little bit about you and how you got into just autism and black, especially.
Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC (00:57)
Sure. So our story starts with our oldest child, Malia, who is now 12, almost 13, my goodness. And it started when she was about 10 months. I started to see the signs of characteristics of autism in her. And I knew with my experience as a licensed therapist, I was like, we need to get you know, in front of this and my husband who is a internal medicine physician, first he was like, you know, keep that over there with your patients. Don't come over here and diagnose my kid. But we started the process, went to our pediatrician, went to early steps program, which you know, every state has just might not be called early steps. And then eventually went to the pediatric neurologist trying to get this diagnosis for her.
And it ended up with me actually boycotting in the pediatric neurologist office for a week because everybody was agreeing she was autistic, but nobody wanted to give her the official diagnosis because she was young. But we're all agreeing, we know it, we can't get certain services through insurance without this official diagnosis. And now you're saying wait a year and a half when we know she's still gonna be autistic. So boycotted in his office, he gave me the paperwork after a week of seeing him from the he came in to the time he left. And then, you know, started the service process. My colleagues start coming into our house and not understanding cultural responsivity, not understanding that you need to incorporate your client's culture into the work that you do. So it was, they were making it seem like we were resistant when in fact, they just weren't using interventions that were culturally responsive. And in talking to other individuals, we found that this was a norm, that we weren't the only ones experiencing this. So that's how we initially started Autism in Black. And now here we are, many years later with our podcast, our conference, our webinars and trainings. Now I have twins as well. have twins who are also neurodivergent and I got my own diagnosis.
Dr. Cam (02:49)
It's a family affair that you have turned into helping everyone else, which I love so much that you take your own story and your own pain and frustration and you help other people with it. And I know, I mean, I just talked to so many people that are so frustrated, not only with the system, but just as you were saying, the diagnoses and knowing what to do and finding people that they relate to and understand.
I'm curious too, let's just dig in a little bit. Like what do you see as some of the differences that we may not know? Because I know there's a lot of microaggressions, there's a lot of little things that people are just not aware of that people should be aware of.
Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC (03:52)
One, when it comes to Black children in the school system, we are often not categorized as we should be, and we are deemed then a behavioral problem. So we are not even getting to the point to where we can get IUPs and 504s because it's not being seen as this child has a disability. It's more this child has behavior problems, they're bad, they're a bad seed type of thing biases that get in the way of thinking that black people can have disabilities, know, these children have disabilities that need supports in the school system. So that's one of the major factors as we see is that getting to the point to where we have the, can get the supports is a struggle.
Dr. Cam (04:46)
Yeah, I think this is such a big thing and I see this across many different cultures, right, where we just, we look at the behavior and we're very quick to make an assumption that there's something behavioral really destructive about them and not that there's a learning need, right, or not that there's neurodivergence and the system's not working for them. I mean, again, I've been through this with my daughter too and it's hard as a parent because you're like, is this just behavior that I should be dealing with or is this something different that they need support that they need? So when you're in that line, even as a parent, you're going, I'm not sure either. How do you know or how do you move forward with just that uncertainty?
Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC (05:16)
One, we have to advocate differently than the typical parent who isn't a minority, have to advocate completely different. That means we have to go above and beyond. Like me sitting in that office for a week, you know, to get the paperwork, you know, us constantly staying on the schools, making sure that, you're going through this process, reading the actual paperwork and looking for any of those kind of adjectives that describe our children in a manner that can then hurt them down the line, right? So we have to make sure that we are going above and beyond every step. For any parent in general dealing with special education process, you're advocating in a different manner. You're having to go in there. You add in intersectionality and it just makes that process much, harder. It makes the advocating much, much harder because oftentimes we're not understanding if it's racism or ableism that we're dealing with because they're so intertwined with us. So having to tease that back and know what point we're advocating from is also something that, you know, is a difficult process.
Dr. Cam (06:49)
So you're sitting there going, I'm not an expert, so I don't even know if they have a diagnosis, let alone what they need for it. But I'm also going up a system that's making it really hard for me to even figure that out. And even if I do have it, I'm still needing resistance. I mean, parents are just exhausted as it is, so they're like, probably a many give up their children struggle and the whole time through school. And then again, the schools often, I mean, it just becomes a cycle, right? So now this child is seen as misbehaving and they're treated as misbehaving. It's just this whole huge thing, self-esteem plummets. So we don't want this to happen. So what is the first step that we need to do when we're at that stage of, I think something needs to be done?
Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC (07:28)
That's what it is. I'm a big advocate for getting the medical diagnosis.
Dr. Cam (07:48)
Where do I go first?
Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC (07:57)
I think, you know, that can sometimes be an easier route because we can take that into the school and, you know, start that leverage from there. But I know that there so many costs associated and also the wait times and, you know, there's so much that we're going through when we're thinking about that medical diagnosis. So if that is not a route that you were able to do prior to starting with the school, then go the route we're supposed to with, hey, something's wrong. Hey, let me speak to the sped-ed director. That's what we call them here in Florida. Sometimes they're case managers in other states. Speaking with that person, starting the process, getting everything in writing. You're going to have to go over and over and over again sometimes. Sometimes you might have to go through the tiered system of how they go through the process to make sure your child needs the support. But whatever the way is for that school, that district, that county, start there and then continue it. Sometimes our children are categorized in that EBD category and not in the category that they should be and then you have to start your fight from that way. So you have to figure out first how do I first get them to understand that my child needs these supports and then see where they're going to go with the category and then that will change your trajectory of how you're going to advocate.
Dr. Cam (09:04)
We have to do a lot of pre-education before we even go in there because we need to know what to expect, what is our rights, what is available, and what the process is. So before we even start the process, we've got to research and understand the process. Now, what are some things that you recommend parents make sure they educate themselves on and be aware about, especially if they're concerned about microaggressions.
Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC (09:52)
Mm-hmm one is IDEA I mean that's really kind of going to be your leverage for everything what I think is a disadvantage to everyone is the fact that Schools don't really know IDEA they have the culture of what's in the school that they go by but a lot of times It's not what's in the actual IDEA policies and the guidance and then when it comes to the black community, we're not even given the information of how the process works or should I get my child supports? Is this going to hinder my child? So there's so much that we don't know that that pre-education doesn't happen for us. It's after the fact of my child, the school has said my child has been identified or I'm thinking your child can be identified. So it's really kind of a disadvantage for our community because oftentimes we don't do the pre-education first because we don't know we should do the pre-education first, right? If you do have the opportunity, one, you are in a good place because now you know I can protect myself. Now I know that there is a set of laws that can guide how this process works. And in IDEA, parent is said more than any other team member. So that just shows how much of a pivotal point you are in the process. So making sure you know what is the rights for you, making sure you know what the rights is for your child, getting it in writing and constantly letting the school know, I know my rights. I know the rights for my child because that can make it easier for you.
Dr. Cam (11:31)
Now, when we're working with teenagers, there's a whole new many levels of complicated things that complicate the process. Because now we have the teens, when they're little, it's like, okay, this is what we need. This is what we need for our kid. And we're speaking for our kid. Now that we have a teenager, the first thing is we see that our teen is struggling in school and we don't know why. And a lot of times our assumption again is they're not making an effort. They don't care. They're being defunct. We put a lot of those labels on them first. Parents do, teachers do, right? Rather than going, what's going on? So let's first look at what are some signs that maybe we can look for? And I don't know if this is the right question for you, but what are some signs we can look for maybe that says, you know what, maybe we need to look if there's some learning difficulty here that's getting in their way.
Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC (12:31)
No, I think that's the perfect question, especially from a mental health standpoint, because one of the biggest signs is change in behavior. If your child is having what is considered a sudden change in behavior, they are struggling when they weren't struggling before, right? Because middle school and up is a different ballgame for children. is, middle school is one of the hardest transitions for children because they're going from elementary where they're handheld through everything and then pushed into middle school and now you are independent. Okay, you do it type of thing, right? So that would be a big turning point for a lot of parents because then they see there's something going on here, right? My child has to be taking the lead on making sure they're getting their stuff done, right? They're the ones who have to make sure that they're transitioning from period to period just fine, right? You know, so we'll start to see a lot of those signs and then you're like, well, what's going on here? And at first, like you said, it can be, why are you not getting it done? What's really going on here? Why, you know, because teens, I'm on my phone, I'm on social media, I'm everything, right? So it's oftentimes like you just don't want to do it. But, you know, those sudden changes are also behavior as a form of communication. So also go beneath that iceberg of the tip of what you're seeing and discover is there something more there because that behavior is going to be the first red flag for you.
Dr. Cam (14:00)
I can't stress that and underscore that enough with a lot of the teens I'm working for. They're getting in trouble all the time. It's blamed on the phone and they're struggling just to focus or just to like understand. And so it doesn't help when there's more punishment and criticism and everything else. So it's stopping and going, okay, they're struggling. Let's figure this out. Now let's get to the next step, the stigma. I live in a very well-educated, high, you know, esteem place where, my gosh, everyone wants to be all straight AAP students and to say, my child actually needs extra support and an IEP. A lot of people have trouble with that and a lot of teens have trouble with that. So how do we overcome the stigma to get the help we need?
Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC (14:39)
One, very good question. And it's so difficult because when your teen is, you know, at that age, everything can be kind of embarrassing for them. And they're like, this is shame. I don't want people to think that I'm different. I don't want to be different, right? When we're adults, we understand that that was a moment in time. But for teens, it's like everything at that moment, right? I don't want to be different. I don't want this spotlight on me. I don't want people to see that I need accommodations and modifications.
And that can be a difficult thing because as a parent you're over here something needs to be done. I want to advocate. I want to do this. But when your teen is like, please mom don't don't right? It's not anything for you to be concerned about. I'm going to get it together. And they are taking on all of that added stress and pressures because middle school and above is so much pressure for these kids that it is to I'm like you're stressing these children out, right? So my thing is therapy can also help in that aspect of understanding that, hey, there's nothing wrong with me getting some support. There's nothing wrong with me getting accommodations that then can, one, take stress off of me, two, help me be on equal playing field with my peers. So it's one about changing that mindset for you and your child, and then going from there.
Dr. Cam (16:22)
There's this belief that we're either smart or not smart. And if we can't do it, we're not smart. But if you think about it, if you went to learn a new sport, of course, you're going to get a coach to help you do better. Of course, you're going to look at where your strengths are and where your weaknesses are. But in education, for some reason, we think if we can't figure it out on our own, that just means we're dumb or it's embarrassing to need somebody. So I think it is getting through that.
Now we've got the parents are on board and I know parents struggle with it too, because they don't sometimes want to admit, my child's not this straight A getting everything student, my child needs help. But now we're getting to the point where we see what is available and our teen is really, really resistant. Because of mostly because of what you just said.
How can parents address that resistance in a way that doesn't create more arguments and frustration? Because I see that a lot too.
Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC (17:23)
One is open communication with your child. I think finding out an equal balance of where they can get the accommodations, but if they can be where it's not such a big spotlight, right? Where they can like, for instance, my daughter has a thing where she can have a certain signal that the teacher knows that she needs help. So the teacher doesn't have to come over and be like, do you need help with this? Do we need to do this A, B, and C? But she can give a signal to where then they know she needs help, right? So we're some of these things to where they're getting the assistance, but it's not such a big spotlight on that. And the team can feel secure in knowing that I know that when I need certain things that this is what I can do.
And nobody has to know my business because a lot of times that's what it is because we know bullying happens. We know teasing happens, right? And we don't want to feel like that outsider. So having that communication with your team, asking them what they need, because sometimes parents go into school and they're advocating, not knowing that that is not something that their team is going to work with, that that accommodation is not going to be something that they feel OK with. It doesn't work for them. So having that communication and involving them makes it a lot easier because now they feel like they've had input in their life, which they should.
Dr. Cam (18:46)
That is so key and so important. Your teen has to be involved. End of story. If we're doing this behind their back, just what you said, we don't necessarily know what they need and they feel like even less in control. I've always told people, my daughter's had an IEP before she could barely talk because she had speech difficulties. We've been in the system from the get-go. But she has been in our meetings advocating herself since she could talk. Like she was always there and now she does all of it. And I just go, do you want me there for support? I'm not going to say anything because you've got this. And she's so great at advocating for herself now. And it feels so empowered about it, but she's done it. So it's about her, not about what I need for her. It's about what she needs for her. And I think the other thing is normalizing it. That was another big thing that's always been a part of our conversations. It's not that she's dumb. It's not that she's struggling. It's that she needs different ways to learn that the school doesn't necessarily provide to everyone. So now she has these. So it's become empowering to her to be able to ask for these and have it, which is amazing.But I don't see that a lot. see a lot of kids feel like this is a sign of weakness.
Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC (20:14)
Because in this, like you said, because it's not normalized, or it's normalized in our homes because it is normal for us, but in other homes to where the child doesn't have a disability, it's not normalized, right? So they don't understand that people are different, and then that makes it more difficult because, yes, in my house, this is normalized, but when I leave my house and others are talking about me, I'm seeing that, okay.
This is not, they don't understand that it's not normal, right? They don't understand that what their experience is, is not the norm, right? So they're thinking to me that I'm the different one, right? No.
That's where it comes to everybody really getting that education. There's when it comes to really understanding that schools should have accommodations weaved in to the system so that students, especially when it comes to students who don't get identified, and it can make it easier. It makes the whole school system easier for everybody, for the teachers, for the admins, for the students, because there are so many students who are not identified, especially as we're getting older because they're looking at more behavioral issues. So the conversations have to just go more than outside of homes where we're dealing with it. They need to be in homes where they're not dealing with it, where that is not their norm, you know. So it comes with that as well. I love that your daughter advocates for herself to their mom's a therapist right so they advocate in completely different ways because their parents have taught them completely different the way that my children advocate people know that their mom is a therapist that is just no like
Dr. Cam (21:46)
So is mine.
Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC (22:02)
Your mom must be in this work. Yes, because of how they advocate, because of how I raise them. That's not the norm. The way that my children and your child is not the norm, but because their parents are in the field, it's the norm for them. So that's where the conversations have to go beyond these households.
Dr. Cam (22:07)
I want this conversation because I want everyone else to know, listen, this is extraordinarily empowering when your child has control and ability to advocate for themselves. And we've normalized the fact that there are going to be places that you're going to struggle. Everyone does. And I think this, we struggle in all kinds of different things in the world for some reason, because everyone has to go to school and everyone is compared to everyone at the exact same time based on age, that really magnifies differences and they're stuck in this place. So the comparisons are really huge when in everything else, the differences are just as vast, but we're not in a microcosm, right? We're not in this little Petri dish looking at every single person. So the people that particularly struggle in that one area,
Let's be real, it's one area of type of learning. Get stigmatized, right? And looked at, right? So the other thing, and I want to ask you how you do this too, is we focus on this is one way that you learn and that's not the best way that you learn. So we're going to find all the other ways that you are super strong in and all your other strengths that may not show up in school, but we're going to really magnify those in the rest of your life. And that builds her confidence.
Tell me about how you do that with your kids, because I know you do.
Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC (23:52)
We do that by their interest really. So for example, my preteen almost teenager loves culinary. She wants to be a chef. She's in the culinary program at her middle school. That's she chose that middle school based on them having that culinary program. That's her thing. And we utilize her love for culinary to help with other things because when you're doing a recipe, there's math, there's reading, there's all of that. So when we're able to weave it into her interest, she can then apply it in other areas, right? Of course, she's dealing with fractions. She's dealing with having to be able to comprehend the recipe to know this comes first, this comes second, this comes third. So when you take it with their interest and weave it into there, it makes it fun for them, because they're like, I'm doing my interest, but they're also learning and you're getting both of the good things happening at once. So weaving it in with their interest, I find has been very easy for me to get the learning in, but also making sure that they're not bored, they're not tired, they're not feeling like I can't get this type of thing because they're invested in their interest.
Dr. Cam (25:06)
It's amazing that they will do things that they struggle with in school without any problem at all. Because my daughter is all theater, right? So she has to do reading comprehension in school and struggles with it, but she will go read an article and give me every little detail and memorize everything about it when it's about theater. She knows like the price, the cost. I don't even understand it all. Like she just knows everything about it. And I'm like, how'd you know that? Well, I read that whole thing, but you can't read this paragraph and say, no, that's boring.
It has nothing to do with comprehension, it has to do with that's boring.
Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC (25:40)
Preferred, fast-spirited. And I'll tell you, I am a 41-year-old who is autistic and has ADHD. I have non-preferred and preferred things, and I will avoid something that I don't like to do, but something that I am heavily invested in. I will know every single, it will be done on time, get it in, anything else. The executive functioning skills start, and I have to learn, okay, I need to implement my coping skills, have to implement my accommodations, right? And for children who don't have fully formed brains, who don't have the emotional regulation of adults, we can't hold them to higher standards of, you gotta get this done. They don't want to, because it's not fun.
Dr. Cam (26:23)
Thank you for saying that, the higher standards, because I do, again, see this a lot where we lose our crap, but get upset when our kids do. And our kids have less ability to regulate their emotions than we do. We get upset when our kids don't get everything done right when we want them to get it done. But I mean, I've been tripping over my Christmas tree in the foyer for months now, because I don't feel like putting it away. If that had been my daughter's, I would have been really annoyed with her forever and ever because she hasn't put it away yet. So I think we do have to look at what standards are we setting for our kids and what priorities, right? Like our priorities are different from theirs. So when they're struggling at school and when they're struggling at different things, we need to take all this into account, right? They're doing their best. They really, really are.
Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC (27:16)
They really are. Exactly. And weave those things into their IEPs. My son, he likes to stand to do his work. It's in his IEP that he can stand and do. If he's not bothering anybody, don't bother him, right? He has a spin disc. The things that he needs, weave it in there because then it makes it easier for them to be able to learn.
If they're constantly not regulated, not feeling comfortable, then they're not going to do it. But if you're weaving in those things that are going to help them, that they enjoy, it makes it easier for everybody involved.
Dr. Cam (28:02)
Yeah, and that's just in real life, you can do that. So it's just advocating so they can do that in school where they're learning how to do it. So Maria, tell us how can people find you, especially if they need to learn from you because you're going to help them navigate this, which is very complicated.
Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC (28:06)
Yes, it is. Listen, it's complicated thing, but we try to make it enjoyable over here at Autism in Black. So you could go to our website, autisminblack.org, and it has everything. has how you can work with me, how you can get access to our conferences, podcasts, all of our social media handles. It has everything there. You just go to autisminblack.org and you can connect with me.
Dr. Cam (28:48)
I love it. Thank you so much. And what is one key takeaway that out of all this, which was a lot, what do you really want parents to remember from this?
Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC (28:55)
One is grace. Give yourself grace and give your kids grace. I think oftentimes society places these expectations that we feel we have to live by and it makes it so hard for us and our kids. And understanding that grace will help. I think it makes it less stressful for you and them.
Dr. Cam (29:03)
It's so important. It really is. We have a lot of shoulds that we live by and the shoulds need to be trashed because they they're pile on. So yeah, I love that. So give ourselves grace. Thank you, Maria, for joining us. We really appreciate it.
Maria Davis-Pierre, LMHC (29:25)
This was fun. Thank you for having me.
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In today's episode, where we’re diving into The Secret to Resolving Conflict with renowned conflict resolution expert, Hesha Abrams.
Hesha is an internationally acclaimed attorney and mediator, known for her success in resolving high-profile cases with some of the world’s biggest companies, including Google, Amazon, Facebook, and Pepsi. She’s also the author of the popular new book Holding the Calm: The Secret to Resolving Conflict and Defusing Tension.
Hesha is going to share some practical, easy-to-use techniques to defuse tension and resolve conflict—not just with our teens, but with anyone.
Key Takeaways➡️ Parenting is the hardest job, requiring grace and patience.
➡️ Conflict often stems from power dynamics; understanding this is key.
➡️ Teaching children to handle big feelings is essential.
➡️ Practical techniques can help diffuse tension in conflicts.
➡️ Validation is a powerful tool in conflict resolution.
➡️ Offering a 'do-over' can help repair interactions.
➡️ Modeling good behavior is crucial for teaching children.
➡️ Compassion and understanding are vital in parenting.
➡️ Redirecting destructive behavior requires early intervention.
➡️ It's important to acknowledge that perfection is unattainable in parenting
Connect with Hesha
Website: www.holdingthecalm.com
Facebook: @HeshaAbramsHoldingTheCalm
Instagram: @holdingthecalmbook
Resources Mentioned in This Episode* FREE QUIZ: Are You on the RIGHT Track With Your Teen? * BOOK: Holding the Calm: The Secret to Resolving Conflict and Defusing Tension
ABOUT THE SHOW: The 'Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam' Podcast: Your Guide to Navigating Adolescence Without the Drama. Hosted by Cameron (Dr. Cam) Caswell, an adolescent psychologist specializing in empowering parents and nurturing teen development. In each episode, she partners with a guest expert to deliver invaluable insights and practical advice for building a closer relationship with your teen & finding joy amidst the challenges
Whether you're an experienced parent looking to enhance your teenager's mental well-being and strengthen your connection, or a newcomer to the world of adolescence, this podcast is a must-listen.
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Parents, let’s face it—parenting teens can be emotionally and mentally exhausting.We’re constantly juggling their moods, challenges, and the pressure of guiding them through some of the most difficult years of their lives. The weight of always trying to say the right thing, keep the peace, and manage our own stress can leave us feeling drained and overwhelmed. How do we support our teens without burning out?
That’s why I’ve invited Heather Chauvin to join us today. Heather is a leadership coach who helps successful women break free from the overwhelm and live, work, and parent with courage and authenticity. She’s been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, and Real Simple Magazine, and she’s here today to share strategies to help us lighten the emotional load, manage stress, and stay grounded—so we can show up for our teens without losing ourselves in the process.
Key Takeaways➡️ Parenting teens can be emotionally exhausting and overwhelming.
➡️ Self-identity is crucial; we are more than just parents.
➡️ Perfectionism is a coping strategy, not a personality trait.
➡️ Taking care of oneself is essential for effective parenting.
➡️ Curiosity and observation are key in understanding teen behavior.
➡️ Energetic time management can help alleviate overwhelm.
➡️ Creating a healthy parent-child dynamic requires mutual respect.
➡️ Emotional intelligence is vital in navigating parenting challenges.
➡️ Self-respect influences how we are treated by our children.
➡️ Viewing parenting as personal growth can transform the experience.
Meet HeatherHeather Chauvin is a leadership coach who helps ‘successful’ women courageously and authentically live, work, and parent on their own terms.
Heather started her career as a social worker helping adults understand children’s behavior. But it wasn’t until 2013 when a stage 4 cancer diagnosis pushed her to take a deeper stand for change, uncovering how cultural expectations sabotage our dreams. She has been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, Real Simple Magazine, Mind Body Green, Google, and more.
When Heather isn’t working, you will find her living out what she teaches which may include kayaking Alaska, snowboarding, hiking, or anything else that challenges what she believes is possible for herself (and inviting her children along the journey). Life is full of opportunities. It’s time to feel alive.
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ABOUT THE SHOW: The 'Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam' Podcast: Your Guide to Navigating Adolescence Without the Drama. Hosted by Cameron (Dr. Cam) Caswell, an adolescent psychologist specializing in empowering parents and nurturing teen development. In each episode, she partners with a guest expert to deliver invaluable insights and practical advice for building a closer relationship with your teen & finding joy amidst the challenges
Whether you're an experienced parent looking to enhance your teenager's mental well-being and strengthen your connection, or a newcomer to the world of adolescence, this podcast is a must-listen.
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Are your teens overwhelmed by today’s chaotic news cycle? Do you wonder how to help them separate fact from opinion in a world full of bias? Today, we’ve got Carl Azuz—former CNN 10 anchor and now creator of The WORLD From A to Z—here to share how we can teach our teens media literacy, civil discourse, and critical thinking.
Carl explains the importance of teaching teens to digest news through a nonpartisan lens, fostering compassion, and encouraging critical thinking at home and in schools. Perfect for parents and educators, you’ll learn how to engage teens in thoughtful conversations about the world around them.
Key Takeaways:
- Teach teens to seek information from multiple sources and perspectives to avoid bias and develop critical thinking skills.
- Engage in open conversations with teens, modeling respectful behavior and encouraging them to form their own opinions.
- Highlight solutions and positive stories to alleviate anxiety caused by negative news.
- Expose teens to a variety of news topics and perspectives to widen their perspectives and foster tolerance and understanding.
Meet Carl Azuz
Carl Azuz is the host and executive producer of The World from A to Z, a non-partisan news show that streams daily at WorldAtoZ.org and at YouTube.com/@TheWorldAtoZ. The program covers current and historic events from across the globe, and it’s ‘pun’ctuated by Carl’s signature wordplay and personable delivery.
Prior to The World from A to Z, Carl served 15 years as the anchor of CNN Student News/CNN 10, and he’s worked as a media literacy ambassador for the Poynter Institute and a reporter for Sonlight homeschool curriculum. When he’s not writing and producing news and puns, Carl can be found at the gym, in church, on the mountain bike trail, or watching Classical Hollywood Cinema.
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ABOUT THE SHOW: The 'Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam' Podcast: Your Guide to Navigating Adolescence Without the Drama. Hosted by Cameron (Dr. Cam) Caswell, an adolescent psychologist specializing in empowering parents and nurturing teen development. In each episode, she partners with a guest expert to deliver invaluable insights and practical advice for building a closer relationship with your teen & finding joy amidst the challenges
Whether you're an experienced parent looking to enhance your teenager's mental well-being and strengthen your connection, or a newcomer to the world of adolescence, this podcast is a must-listen.
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In this episode we dive into a topic that couldn't be more crucial: your teen's mental health. As parents, we all want our kids to thrive emotionally, but knowing how to support them can sometimes feel overwhelming. game-changer to have proven strategies at your fingertips to help them through the tough times?
Dr. Cam is joined by Marc Fussell, the founder of Take 2 Minutes, a platform that’s all about boosting mental wellness through the science of positive psychology.
Marc shares actionable techniques that you can start using right away.
Key Takeaways➡️ Teens' mental health is a crucial topic, and parents often feel overwhelmed in knowing how to support their teens.
➡️ Take Two Minutes is a platform that focuses on boosting mental wellness through positive psychology.
➡️ Tools and techniques for supporting teens' mental health include gratitude journaling, grounding exercises, and breathing techniques.
➡️ Patience, kindness, and love are essential in supporting teens' mental health.
Meet Mark FussellMARC S. FUSSELL founded the non-profit Take 2 Minutes, a platform designed to enhance mental wellness through positive psychology. With over 25 years of experience in IT, Marc's entrepreneurial spirit and passion for improving mental health have led to creating a suite of tools that leverage daily positive messages, gratitude journaling, meditations, breathing exercises, a grounding exercise, a gratitude challenge, sleep audio, dream journaling, and more to foster happiness and well- being. Marc's journey into positive psychology was inspired by a commitment to support his son's mental health, evolving into a mission to spread positivity to a broader audience.
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Whether you're an experienced parent looking to enhance your teenager's mental well-being and strengthen your connection, or a newcomer to the world of adolescence, this podcast is a must-listen.
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The thought of your teen making a life-altering mistake because of alcohol is terrifying. We know that underage drinking can lead to devastating consequences, from impaired driving accidents to the dangerous combination of alcohol with other drugs. But here's the thing—these tragedies are entirely preventable.
To help us navigate this tough topic, I'm joined by Stacey D. Stewart, CEO of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD). Stacey is going to share how we, as parents, can address this fear, take action, and keep our teens safe from the dangers of drinking.
Key Takeaways➡️ Underage drinking and impaired driving are still major issues with devastating consequences.
➡️ Parents play a crucial role in preventing underage drinking and impaired driving by having open and ongoing conversations with their children.
➡️ Providing information and resources to children helps them make informed decisions and understand the dangers of alcohol and substance use.
➡️ Parents should model responsible behavior and seek help if their child is struggling with substance use.
Meet Today’s Guest: Stacey D. StewartStacey D. Stewart is the CEO of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD). For more than 25 years, Stacey has served in purpose-driven roles including President and CEO of the Fannie Mae Foundation, U.S. President and Executive Vice President for Community Impact Leadership and Learning at United Way Worldwide (UWW), and most recently the President and CEO of March of Dimes. Stewart is a graduate of the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan where she earned an MBA in Finance and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Georgetown University and holds numerous honorary degrees. She has been a director on more than 40 non-profit boards, nationally, and in the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Area. Stewart also serves on the boards of Hologic, Inc., a medical technology company focused on women’s health and PennyMac Mortgage Investment Trust, a residential real estate investment trust. Stacey is a mother to two college-age daughters and resides in Bethesda, MD with her husband.
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Meet Your Host: Dr. CamCameron (Dr. Cam) Caswell, a.k.a. "The Teen Translator," gets it! As an Adolescent Psychologist & parent of a teen, she knows the struggles of navigating those tough years firsthand. As a private practitioner, TEDx speaker, podcast host, and author, she offers hope and practical strategies to help parents unlock their teen's confidence & resilience, build deeper, stronger connections with them, and foster a positive home environment. Listen to her podcast, "Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam," and follow her in Instagram @drcamcaswell for actionable advice.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode* FREE QUIZ: Are You on the RIGHT Track With Your Teen? * MADD's digital Power of Parents handbook
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Whether you're an experienced parent looking to enhance your teenager's mental well-being and strengthen your connection, or a newcomer to the world of adolescence, this podcast is a must-listen.
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If you're like most parents, motivating your teen to get anything done can feel like an uphill battle. But what if you could turn their procrastination into productivity, their disinterest into engagement, and their resistance into genuine enthusiasm? That’s exactly what we’re uncovering today.
I’m excited to welcome Dr. David Yeager, a psychology professor at the University of Texas at Austin, whose groundbreaking research with experts like Carol Dweck and Angela Duckworth is changing the way we understand teen motivation. In his latest book, 10 TO 25: The Science of Motivating Young People, Dr. Yeager reveals powerful insights, and he’s here to share some of the most game-changing strategies with us. Get ready to transform your approach to motivating your teen!
Key Takeaways➡️ Discover why your teen’s brain isn’t flawed—it's just wired differently, and that difference holds the key to unlocking their potential.
➡️ Learn how to speak your teen’s language by tapping into what truly matters to them, transforming resistance into motivation.
➡️ Find out how simple do-overs and honest communication can turn conflicts into opportunities for deeper connection and growth.
Meet Dr. YeagerDavid Yeager, PhD, is a professor of psychology at the University of Texas at Austin and the cofounder of the Texas Behavioral Science and Policy Institute. He is best known for his research conducted with Carol Dweck, Angela Duckworth, and Greg Walton on short but powerful interventions that influence adolescent behaviors such as motivation, engagement, healthy eating, bullying, stress, mental health, and more. His recent book is 10 TO 25, the Science of Motivating Young People, out now.
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Whether you're an experienced parent looking to enhance your teenager's mental well-being and strengthen your connection, or a newcomer to the world of adolescence, this podcast is a must-listen.
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If you're finding it tough to connect with your strong-willed teenager and every conversation feels like a battle, you're definitely not alone. In this episode, we're tackling "3 Ways to Motivate Strong-Willed Teenagers."
I’m excited to be joined by a game-changing expert in this field, Kirk Martin. Kirk is the founder of CelebrateCalm.com and the host of the Calm Parenting Podcast. He's mastered the art of turning defiance and power struggles into calm, productive conversations. In this episode, he shares practical strategies to help you not only get your teens to listen but also build a close, trusting relationship with them.
Don't miss out—these tips could be a game-changer for your family!
Key Takeaways➡️ Building a close, trusting connection with teenagers is crucial for motivating them.
➡️ Parents should focus on changing themselves rather than trying to change their teenagers.
➡️ Bonding over shared interests and asking teenagers to teach you something can strengthen the parent-teen relationship.
➡️ Releasing teenagers from parental expectations can empower them to be their authentic selves. Build a strong bond with your strong-willed teenager
➡️ Provide opportunities for them to use their natural gifts and talents
➡️ Find mentors and accountability partners outside of the family
➡️ Normalize the challenges of the teenage years
➡️ Understand that behavior is often a reaction to the environment
Meet Kirk MartinCelebrateCalm.com Founder and Calm Parenting Podcast host Kirk Martin has shown almost 1,000,000 parents how to stop the yelling, defiance, and power struggles with the most strong-willed children. Kirk is known for very practical strategies and scripts delivered with humor and compassion. Learn how to get your kids to listen while building a close, trusting relationship.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode* FREE QUIZ: Are You on the RIGHT Track With Your Teen? * Calm Parenting Podcast
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Whether you're an experienced parent looking to enhance your teenager's mental well-being and strengthen your connection, or a newcomer to the world of adolescence, this podcast is a must-listen.
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As the new school year approaches, prepping your tween for success is more important than ever. Today, we're diving into some of the biggest challenges parents face: balancing academic pressures, navigating social dynamics, and setting up accountability for their academic success.
Our special guest, JoAnn Schauf, is here to provide her expert insights. JoAnn, often called the parent whisperer, recently published her book Loving the Alien: How to Parent Your Tween. She founded Your Tween and You to support, empower, and inspire parents through these challenging years.
JoAnn shares valuable tips and actionable advice to ensure your tween has their best school year yet!
Key Takeaways➡️ Collaboration and open communication between parents and tweens/teens is crucial for success.
➡️ Allowing tweens/teens to have a voice in setting goals and expectations promotes intrinsic motivation.
➡️ Focusing on a child's strengths and interests is more important than solely focusing on grades.
➡️ Parents should foster ownership and problem-solving skills in their tweens/teens.
➡️ Parents should avoid excessive monitoring and instead focus on building trust and independence.
Meet JoAnn Schauf JoAnn Schauf is thrilled to be our guest today and equally thrilled that her book, Loving the Alien, How to Parent Your Tween, was just published! Because adolescence is challenging for parents and their children, she founded Your Tween and You to support, empower, and inspire parents. As she speaks, coaches, and writes in her blog, The Tween Times, JoAnn delivers unique parenting tools, skills, and strategies so parents and their tweens can thrive together. She holds a Master’s Degree in counseling and is called the parent whisper.
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ABOUT THE SHOW: The 'Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam' Podcast: Your Guide to Navigating Adolescence Without the Drama. Hosted by Cameron (Dr. Cam) Caswell, an adolescent psychologist specializing in empowering parents and nurturing teen development. In each episode, she partners with a guest expert to deliver invaluable insights and practical advice for building a closer relationship with your teen & finding joy amidst the challenges
Whether you're an experienced parent looking to enhance your teenager's mental well-being and strengthen your connection, or a newcomer to the world of adolescence, this podcast is a must-listen.
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Episode SummaryTurning 18 is a milestone that brings a whirlwind of emotions for both parents and teens. As a parent, I know the challenge of loosening my grip while my teen dreams of complete independence. In this insightful episode, I’m joined by Joanna Lilley, a renowned Therapeutic Consultant and Wellness Gap Consultant who specializes in guiding young adults through this critical transition.
Joanna shares valuable tips on navigating this phase, addressing my concerns about my teen’s readiness for adult responsibilities. Together, we explore how to strike the perfect balance between support and freedom, ensuring a smooth and successful transition into adulthood.
Key Takeaways➡️ Gradually teach teens skills and responsibilities to prepare them for adulthood
➡️ Model the behavior you want to see in your teens
➡️ Create opportunities for teens to practice independence
➡️ Let go and trust that your teens will figure things out
➡️ Have open conversations with teens about expectations
Meet Joanna LilleyJoanna Lilley is a Therapeutic Consultant and Wellness Gap Consultant working with young adults only. She specializes in helping students and their families navigate finding resources at any transition point during young adulthood. Joanna proactively supports young adults with a mental health history who may be deferring to take a gap year, or reactively providing support if the young adult launches and unravels. Regardless, Joanna thoroughly enjoys working alongside the young adult to help them select a path for their future and get unstuck. Joanna is also a podcast host for the Success is Subjective podcast.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode* FREE QUIZ: Are You on the RIGHT TRACK With Your Teen? * Success Is Subjective Podcast
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ABOUT THE SHOW: The 'Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam' Podcast: Your Guide to Navigating Adolescence Without the Drama. Hosted by Cameron (Dr. Cam) Caswell, an adolescent psychologist specializing in empowering parents and nurturing teen development. In each episode, she partners with a guest expert to deliver invaluable insights and practical advice for building a closer relationship with your teen & finding joy amidst the challenges
Whether you're an experienced parent looking to enhance your teenager's mental well-being and strengthen your connection, or a newcomer to the world of adolescence, this podcast is a must-listen.
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As parents, we all hope to grow up confident and capable. We want them to make good choices AND chase their dreams. But we’re also worried that they’re going to make big mistakes, or even get hurt.
That's why I'm excited to talk with Esther Joy Goetz. Esther is an author, speaker, and the force behind the popular Moms of Bigs social media community. She’s here to help us find that balance between nurturing our teens and letting them go.
Key Takeaways* Creating a safe space for teens to become their own individuals is crucial. * Building a long-term, healthy relationship with teens is the ultimate goal. * Connecting with teens without any strings attached is important for fostering trust and open communication. * Modeling respect and being seen, heard, and valued are key in the parent-child relationship.
Meet Esther Joy GoetzEsther Joy Goetz is a potato chip-eating, NFL-lover mom to four grownish and flownish kids and author speaker and creator of the wildly popular social media space, Moms of Bigs. Her passion is to bring help, humor and hope to other moms who are working their you-know-what's off to give their big kids the roots of unconditional love and the wings of freedom to be completely themselves, the hardest and holiest journey she's ever been on.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode* FREE Guide: Dr. Cam’s 10 Pro Tips for Raising Teens * Esther’s eBook: Moms Never Stop Momming (20% discount if sign up for newsletter).
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Is your bathroom a battleground when it comes to your teenager's hygiene? On one hand, we struggle to get our teen sons to simply wash their face, while on the other, we grapple with curbing our daughters' complex beauty routines (seriously, are all those serums necessary?).
That's why I'm thrilled to have Dr. Sheilagh Maguiness with us today!
Dr. Maguiness is a double board-certified pediatric dermatologist, a mom of two tween boys, so she understands the struggles firsthand, and the co-founder of Stryke Club, a personal care and hygiene brand designed specifically for boys. Dr. Maguiness is here to help us navigate the often confusing and challenging world of teenage hygiene.
Key Takeaways* Teenagers often struggle with hygiene due to their desire for independence and busy schedules. * Parents should model good skincare habits and provide the necessary tools for their teens. * For boys, a basic skincare routine of washing the face, using a gentle cleanser, moisturizer, and sunscreen is sufficient (see below for recommendations) * For girls, it's important to avoid overcomplicating skincare and using harsh products. A gentle cleanser, moisturizer, and sunscreen are the essentials. * Pimple patches can be helpful for preventing picking and promoting wound healing in acne.
Meet Dr. Sheilagh Maguiness Dr. Sheilagh Maguiness is a double board certified pediatric dermatologist and President of the Society for Pediatric Dermatology. She is mom to two tween boys and co-founder of Stryke Club, a personal care and hygiene brand for boys! She loves to educate the public on all things related to skincare for babies, kids and teens. You can find her on social media @drsheilagh on tiktok and @dr.sheilagh.m on instagram.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode* FREE Guide: Dr. Cam’s 10 Pro Tips for Raising Teens * Stryke Club: Skin Care for Teens * Basic Skin Care Products for Teens + Gentle cleanser (fragrance -free, hypoallergenic) like Cetaphil Face Wash + Facial Moisturizer (fragrance -free hypoallergenic, non -comedogenic, or non -acnegenic) like Neutrogena Fragrance Free Daily Facial Moisturizer + Sunscreen (SPF 30 or greater) + Cleansing Wipes like Stryke Club’s Wipe Out * Extra Products That Won’t Harm Sensitive Teen Skin + Hyaluronic Acid Serum like Cerave + Hypochlorous Acid Spray like Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray for Sensitive Skin * Acne Skin Care Products + Adapalene Treatment like Differin Acne Treatment Gel + Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Treatment Medication like Neutrogena Rapid Clear Stubborn Acne Spot + Hypochlorite-based cleanser like CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser + Hydrochlorite patches like Mighty Patch™
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Today's topic hits close to home for many parents: helping our teens overcome adversity. We're talking social anxieties, academic pressures, the ever-complex world of friendships – you name it.
To navigate this crucial stage, I'm excited to welcome Jesse LeBeau, a highly sought-after youth motivational speaker and teen coach. With proven methods and an inspiring underdog story, Jesse has transformed the lives of over a million teenagers. He's here to share his powerful approach – The Attitude Advantage – to equip our teens with the tools they need to conquer obstacles and thrive.
Key Takeaways* Building self-esteem and confidence is crucial for teenagers to overcome adversity. * Setting boundaries and limiting screen time can help mitigate the negative impact of social media on teenagers' mental health. * Parents should prepare their children for the road ahead by allowing them to experience failure and struggle. * Finding a mentor can provide teenagers with guidance and support in navigating challenges.
Meet Jesse LeBeau Jesse LeBeau is one of today’s most highly sought-after youth motivational speakers and teen coaches. His unlikely underdog story has inspired over one million teenager through his live speaking events, best-selling books and programs for teens and parents.
He is one of the world’s premiere basketball trick artists which allowed him to dribble his way onto the Hollywood big screen and star in commercials for Kobe Bryant, be in a movie with Kevin Durant and he even spent a day being hand fed cheeseburgers by supermodel Heidi Klum.
Jesse is regularly featured on TV, film, and international tours. Jesse’s new reality series ‘The LeBeau Show’ allows viewers the chance to follow him around the country and see firsthand the major impact he is having on youth, particularly teens who are struggling.
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Breaking Down Diet Culture: Helping Teens Navigate Body Image & Social Media Pressure
In this episode we dive into a critical issue affecting our teens: the overwhelming pressure of diet culture and its impact on their mental and physical health. Did you know that a staggering 20% of adolescents in the US experience symptoms of body dysmorphia or eating disorders? Is social media to blame for these unrealistic expectations?
Dr. Cam is joined by Dr. Kelli Rugless, a licensed psychologist, certified eating disorders specialist, and the Chief Clinical Officer at Project HEAL, a remarkable non-profit dedicated to ensuring everyone has access to eating disorder healing.
Together, they explore:
🌟 The impact of diet culture and social media on teens' body image.
🌟 Strategies for parents to foster a healthy relationship with food in their teens.
🌟 The importance of promoting a positive body image.
🌟 How parental connection and support can make a significant difference in addressing these issues.
Dr. Rugless shares her expertise and practical tips for parents to help their teens navigate these challenging times. This episode is a must-listen for any parent wanting to understand and combat the negative effects of diet culture on their children.
Tune in to learn how you can support your teen in developing a healthier, happier relationship with their body and food.
Meet Dr. Rugless Dr. Kelli Rugless is a licensed psychologist, certified eating disorders specialist, and the Chief Clinical Officer at Project HEAL, a nonprofit organization committed to equitable access to eating disorder healing for all people. Dr. Rugless is also the owner of a bi-coastal group practice, Flourish Psychology, where she specializes in eating disorders and body image across the lifespan. In her work at Project HEAL she has developed an inclusive and comprehensive eating disorder training curriculum for behavioral health professionals in an effort to eliminate the financial barriers associated with this type of training and encourage more clinicians from all backgrounds to join the eating disorder professional community. She hails from Southern California but currently lives and works in Maryland. In her free time, she enjoys her grandmother's hobbies including reading, sewing, and gardening with her husband and three sons.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode* FREE Guide: Dr. Cam’s 10 Pro Tips for Raising Teens * Project HEAL FREE clinical assessments
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Faith in Crisis: Supporting Teens Through Religious Trauma
Many teens find comfort and purpose in religion, but what happens when religious experiences leave them feeling isolated, ashamed, or confused?
This episode dives deep into the often-unheard topic of religious trauma in teens. Your host, Dr. Cam, is joined by Sarah Bruno-Patrey, who offers a powerful perspective, highlighting the challenges she faced enmeshed in a youth religious program and her personal path to healing.
Together they explore:
- The signs of religious trauma in teenagers
- How to support your teen through a crisis of faith
- The importance of recognizing unhealthy religious environments
As a parent, you can be a beacon of support for your teen, no matter their beliefs. This episode equips you with the knowledge and tools to navigate this sensitive topic and help your teen find their own path.
Key Takeaways* Religious trauma can have a significant impact on teens, leading to feelings of isolation and shame. * Recognizing unhealthy experiences and providing support is crucial for parents to help their teens navigate challenging situations. * Open communication, mentorship, and providing options can empower teens to make informed decisions and seek help when needed.
Meet Sarah Bruno-Patrey Sarah is a mom of two toddlers and graduate student. She makes content on tik tok about parenting toddlers and her experience with religion.
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Is setting boundaries with your teen a constant battle, especially around technology and social life?
You're not alone! But what if there was a way to establish clear expectations for screen time, curfews, and other hot-button issues without the yelling and power struggles?
In this episode. I’m joined by a leading parenting expert Tia Slightham. Tia, a teacher, entrepreneur, bestselling author, and most importantly, a MOM, understands the challenges parents face.
She shares proven strategies from her "Parenting With Purpose Method" to help us achieve peaceful communication and cooperation from our teenagers.
Key Takeaways* Parenting is a skill set that can be learned and developed over time. * Understanding the root causes of behavior is crucial for effective parenting. * Setting boundaries in advance and involving teenagers in the process promotes mutual respect and cooperation. * The Behavior Needs Roadmap focuses on meeting children's needs and teaching them skills rather than resorting to punishment. * Clear and consistent communication is key to establishing and maintaining boundaries with teenagers. Teens want to connect with their parents, but in an authentic and respectful way. * Building trust and connection with teens requires genuine interest in their interests and spending quality time together. * Setting boundaries and having respectful relationships can prevent power struggles. * It's never too late to make changes and repair the parent-child relationship.
Meet Tia Slightham Tia is a parenting coach, teacher, business owner, best selling author and most importantly a MOM. She is the founder of Tia Slightham- Parenting Solutions and The Parenting With Purpose Method, where she works with parents to teach them positive ways to decrease the daily struggles we all encounter as parents.
Tia has a Masters degree in Early Childhood Ed., certified in Positive Discipline and has worked with kids and families for over 19 years. Her passion to help families shines through her work and coaching program, which has been proven to work for hundreds of families.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode* FREE Guide: Dr. Cam’s 10 Pro Tips for Raising Teens * FREE Guide: Connect in just 10 minutes a day * FREE Guide: How to stop yelling
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Feel like you're being held hostage by your teen's BIG emotions? It’s more common than you may think. In fact 73% of parents experience this same struggle.
But what if there was a way to de-escalate the situation and actually connect with your teen?
In this episode I'm joined by Karleen Savage, a hostage negotiator and conflict resolution expert! Karleen now teaches parents these skills to help them diffuse teen meltdowns and create calmer interactions.
Karleen teaches us how to navigate our teen's big emotions with confidence and create an environment that builds their confidence.
Key Takeaways* Deescalate situations by avoiding assumptions and respecting teenagers' perspectives. * Ask open-ended questions and actively listen to teenagers' needs and desires. * Build your own relationships with your children and apologize when you make mistakes. * Parents have the skills and abilities to handle challenging situations with their teens and create a trusting and respectful relationship.
Meet Karleen Savage Karleen Savage is sought-after speaker, trainer, hostage negotiator, and conflict resolution expert with a passion for fostering peaceful, harmonious environments. Through her Savage Theory of Resolution, she emphasizes the importance of communication and collaboration in order to achieve success. Through more than 15 years of professional experience, Karleen has learned that the conflicts we experience in business are usually a reflection of the conflicts happening at home. This belief inspired her to write her book The Confident Teen Blueprint. Throughout her career, Karleen has worked with corporations, educational institutions, non-profit organizations, and government agencies, creating a positive environment for growth and development.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode* FREE Guide: Dr. Cam’s 10 Pro Tips for Raising Teens * FREE digital download of Karleen’s book, The Confident Teen Blueprint
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Ever feel completely drained, like there's nothing left in the tank for you (or your kids!), but the idea of "me-time" triggers guilt? You're not alone! A whopping 80% of moms wrestle with this!
But what if we could ditch the guilt and find peace and joy in motherhood?
That's exactly what we're tackling today!
I’m joined by Ali Flynn, the mastermind behind Hang in There, Mama! Ali understands the unique challenges of raising teens. We get into real, actionable tips to help you ditch the guilt and carve out moments to recharge, even with your crazy schedule. Because guess what? A happy, healthy YOU means a happier, healthier family.
Key Takeaways* Moms often feel alone and not good enough in their motherhood journey, but it's important to know that they are not alone and that other moms are struggling too. * Guilt in motherhood comes from societal expectations of perfection, but it's important to recognize that it's unrealistic and to let go of the need to compare oneself to others. * Self-care and self-love are crucial for moms to feel fulfilled and to model healthy behavior for their children. * Finding moments of quiet and decompressing through deep breathing and taking walks can be simple yet effective ways to prioritize self-care. Prioritize self-care and engage in activities that bring you joy and relaxation. * Let go of excessive worrying and trust in your child's capabilities. * Reflect on your parenting approach and find ways to evolve and support your child's growth. * Seek support from other moms and share experiences to feel less alone.
Meet Ali FlynnAli Flynn, the creator of Hang in There, Mama and certified English and Special Education teacher is excited to share with you the joys and hardships of raising teens with an open heart, honesty, and some tears. She is a mom to four daughters who offers daily encouragement and support to moms while keeping it real and letting them know they are not alone on their motherhood journey.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode* FREE Guide: Dr. Cam’s 10 Pro Tips for Raising Teens * Hang in There, Mama 6-WEEK HARDCOVER GRATITUDE JOURNAL for MOMS RAISING TWEENS, TEENS and YOUNG ADULTS!: Daily Affirmations & Reflections to Fuel Your Soul CLICK TO BUY
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ABOUT THE SHOW: The 'Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam' Podcast: Your Guide to Navigating Adolescence Without the Drama. Hosted by Cameron (Dr. Cam) Caswell, an adolescent psychologist specializing in empowering parents and nurturing teen development. In each episode, she partners with a guest expert to deliver invaluable insights and practical advice for building a closer relationship with your teen & finding joy amidst the challenges
Whether you're an experienced parent looking to enhance your teenager's mental well-being and strengthen your connection, or a newcomer to the world of adolescence, this podcast is a must-listen.
In this episode, we'll crack the code on the all-new Digital SAT. We're joined by the amazing Dr. Shaan Patel, founder of Prep Expert, the company that's helped over 100,000 students conquer standardized tests and land in top colleges. Dr. Patel is also a Shark Tank success story with over 20 years of experience cracking the SAT code.
Dr. Patel will break down the Digital SAT, college admissions in 2024, and your teen's scholarship options. Get ready to take notes!
Key Takeaways➡️ The new digital SAT is a significant change from the paper-based exam. Students need to get familiar with the new version.
➡️ Taking the SAT or ACT is still important, even at test-optional colleges, as it can increase acceptance rates and eligibility for scholarships.
➡️ There are over $7 billion in merit-based scholarships awarded annually, and many of them consider test scores in the selection process.
➡️ Top universities have started to reinstate SAT and ACT score requirements due to the difficulty of differentiating students based on GPA and extracurricular activities alone.
➡️ Motivation is key in test preparation. Helping students identify their why, whether it's getting into a specific college, winning scholarships, or achieving personal goals, can drive their motivation to study and improve their scores.
➡️ Parents and students should consider applying to colleges that offer merit-based financial aid, as Ivy League universities often do not provide such aid. Broadening the college application pool can increase the chances of receiving scholarships and reducing the cost of college.
Meet Shaan PatelDr. Shaan Patel, MD, MBA, is founder and CEO of Prep Expert. As seen on ABC's Shark Tank, Prep Expert is an education company that has helped more than 100,000 students improve their SAT and ACT scores and get into top colleges. Dr. Patel has more than twenty years of experience in SAT prep and has published more than ten books on the subject of test preparation. A board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Patel was named one of Inc. magazine's "30 Under 30." He holds degrees from Yale University and the University of Southern California.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode* FREE Guide: Dr. Cam’s 10 Pro Tips for Raising Teens * For listeners of Parenting with Teens, we have prepared this Prep Expert Digital SAT "Mini" Playbook that includes many highlights from our full book, including the $1 Billion Scholarship Mission, Mark Cuban's Foreword, and key strategies such as the "secret to success” on the Digital SAT and beyond. Here is a link to download
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Episode SummaryDid you know that up to 20% of the population are classified as highly sensitive individuals? Many parents worry about how their sensitive teens will cope with peer relationships, academic pressures, and other big challenges of adolescence.
In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart. Dr. Lockhart is a seasoned pediatric psychologist and parent coach, specializing in supporting parents of children and teens with behavioral and emotional regulation concerns, including ADHD, anxiety, and high sensitivity. As a mother of 11 and 13-year-olds herself, she understands the unique dynamics of raising sensitive teens.
Dr. Lockhart shares some invaluable insights and practical strategies to empower parents in nurturing their highly sensitive teens.
Key Takeaways* Highly sensitive teens are in tune with their surroundings and have heightened interoception. * Co-regulation is important, where parents lend their calm to their teens and model self-awareness and coping strategies. * Building up teens and creating a safe space for them to express their emotions is crucial. * It's important to be curious and join with teens in their struggles, rather than dismissing or telling them to suck it up. Validate and empathize with your highly sensitive teen's emotions * Regulate your own emotions and model healthy coping strategies * Change your mindset and view your teen from a strengths-based perspective
Resources Mentioned in This Episode* FREE Guide: 7 Secrets to Motivating Teens (without nagging!) * Dr. Lockhart is offering 50% off her course on Parenting Your Highly Sensitive Child. Coupon Code: SENSITIVE-CAM. Expires: 6/30/24.
Meet Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart is a business owner of A New Day Pediatric Psychology in San Antonio, TX. She is a pediatric psychologist, parent coach, wife of 25 years, a mom of 11 and 13 year olds, and has over 17 years of experience in her field.
She serves as a parent coach for parents who have kids and teens with behavioral and emotional regulation concerns, those diagnosed with ADHD and anxiety, as well as kids who are highly sensitive. She focuses on helping parents adjust their mindset about parenting. Dr. Lockhart helps overwhelmed parents get on the same page and better understand their kids and teens.
Connect with Dr. Lockhart Facebook: @dr.annlouise.lockhart
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LinkedIn: @drlockhart
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Tik Tok: @the-teen-translator
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Episode SummaryYou've likely heard that building resilience in your teen is crucial—it's not just about protecting them from mental health challenges but also setting them up for success and happiness.
In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by special guest joining, Chad Metcalf. Chad is not only an entrepreneur and author but also a former Navy SEAL who understands the essence of mental toughness. He gives us parents some practical strategies to nurture our teens resilience, confidence, and other skills essential for navigating life's challenges.
Key Takeaways* Allowing kids to fail and learn from their mistakes is crucial for building resilience. * Parents should provide guardrails while allowing their children to experience the consequences of their actions. * Modeling resilience and pushing through challenges is important for parents to do. * Encouraging skill-based pursuits helps kids discover their strengths and interests. * Responding to failure in a supportive and constructive manner is key. Recognize and celebrate your child's efforts to push through challenges, regardless of the outcome. * Embrace failure as a learning opportunity and use it to gain new knowledge and skills. * Encourage self-discovery and mastery-based learning in your child's education. * Use the urgent-important matrix to prioritize tasks and goals. * Create an environment where your child feels supported and empowered to learn and grow.
Meet Chad MetcalfEntrepreneur, author, and former Navy SEAL. He's a guy who knows how to take on big challenges with pinpoint precision and dedication. His unwavering pursuit of excellence has not only served as an inspiration to countless individuals but has also fueled a remarkable journey, brimming with diverse accomplishments. But Chad's journey has had its share of twists and turns. At one point, he even tried to make it onto the PGA Tour. But guess what? He hit a financial roadblock not once, not twice, but three times! Still, his story is a shining example for anyone facing mental hurdles.
Chad writes books to share his hard-earned wisdom with others, helping them fast-track their path to a strong mindset and success.
Right now, he's on a mission to assist people in finding their life direction and making the most of their natural talents. Want to learn how to figure out your own path and start living a meaningful life? Chad's got the inside scoop!
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode* FREE Guide: 7 Strategies for Motivating Teens (without nagging) * 5x Your Productivity
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Feeling helpless as your teen battles anxiety, mood swings, and impulsivity? If you're seeking ways to help but unsure where to start, this episode is for you. Today we’re joined by Dianne Kosto, Founder of SYMMETRY Neuro-Pathway Training and author of 'From Trauma to Triumph; One Mom’s Mission with Neurofeedback.' Dianne is going to unpack how brain-based strategies like neurofeedback can effectively address mental health challenges stemming from nervous system dysregulation such as anxiety and impulsivity.
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Are you a mom feeling overwhelmed by the demands of raising teens while chasing your own dreams and goals? You're not alone. According to a study by the Working Mother Research Institute, 60% of working moms feel guilty about the amount of time they spend with their children.
In this episode Dr. Cam dives deep into this common challenge with her special guest, Heidi Schalk. Heidi brings a wealth of insights from her own experiences as a mom, business strategy coach, author, and speaker. Heidi specializes in empowering women to achieve their goals and build successful businesses while balancing family life. She's also the host of the Be S.H.E. Podcast and has been featured on major networks like FOX, ABC, NBC, and CBS.
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In this episode, we delve into an incredibly vital topic: breaking free from the cycle of toxic parenting. We're joined by the amazing Cari Fund, a trailblazer in breaking the cycle of toxic parenting.
Together we explore the ease with which we can inadvertently repeat parenting patterns passed down through generations, often without realizing their impact on our children's mental health. Thankfully, with advancements in child psychology, we know have the tools and knowledge to effect positive changes.
Cari guides us through the process of identifying these hidden patterns and, more importantly, shows us how to break them. This journey is not just about improving things for our teens; it is also about transforming ourselves in the process.
Listen in as we shed light on how to nurture healthier and happier families.
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Do you feel disconnected from your teen? Does it seem like they don't trust you enough to open up? The reason you’re not close certainly isn’t due to a lack of trying. But it could be that you’re trying the wrong things.
In this episode Dr. Cam is joined by Kristen Duke, a trusted mentor specializing in supporting parents through the challenges of raising teenagers. Kristen helps us explore common pitfalls in parent-teen relationships and shares practical strategies to foster trust and strengthen connections with our teens.
Feeling lost in the sea of parenting advice?
Wish you had a supportive community to navigate the ups and downs of raising happy, thriving teens?
Introducing Thriving Parent Academy!
This online community equips YOU with the tools and knowledge to:
⭐ Foster strong parent-teen relationships
⭐Set clear boundaries and expectations
⭐ Navigate attitude and meltdowns with confidence
⭐ Raise kind, responsible humans
Join our amazing community of parents and:
⭐ Connect with like-minded individuals who "get it"
⭐ Learn from me through exclusive laser coaching sessions and master classes
⭐ Get personalized support and guidance tailored to your unique needs
Stop feeling overwhelmed and start thriving!
Limited spots available! Enroll now at thrivingparent.org.
P.S. Share with any parent friends who might benefit!
In today’s world teenagers are expected to excel in every aspect of their lives—academics, extracurriculars, work, and more. Parents want more than anything for their children to succeed so they often take on a lot of the responsibility and stress themselves. But perhaps we need to take a pause for a moment and question what we mean by success. Could this hyper-focus on achievement actually be hindering rather than helping our children thrive.
In this episode Dr. Cam is thrilled to have Julie Lythcott-Haims with us. She sparks a national dialogue challenging conventional parenting wisdom in her acclaimed book, "How to Raise an Adult," and her TED Talk, "How to Raise Successful Kids—Without Overparenting," boasting over 7 million views (many of which are Dr. Cam’s!)
Feeling lost in the sea of parenting advice?Wish you had a supportive community to navigate the ups and downs of raising happy, thriving teens?
Introducing Thriving Parent Academy!
This online community equips YOU with the tools and knowledge to:
⭐ Foster strong parent-teen relationships
⭐Set clear boundaries and expectations
⭐ Navigate attitude and meltdowns with confidence
⭐ Raise kind, responsible humans
Join our amazing community of parents and:
⭐ Connect with like-minded individuals who "get it"
⭐ Learn from me through exclusive laser coaching sessions and master classes
⭐ Get personalized support and guidance tailored to your unique needs
Stop feeling overwhelmed and start thriving!
Limited spots available! Enroll now at thrivingparent.org.
P.S. Share with any parent friends who might benefit!
As parents, there's nothing scarier than the thought of losing our child. But did you know suicide is the leading cause of death for youth ages 10-24 in the United States? One of the biggest fears parents have is missing the warning signs. And the question we all want answered is: how can I tell if my teen is at risk?
In today's episode we're diving deep into Spotting Teen Suicide Risk with Dr. Jessica Rabon, a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in pediatric psychology. She’ll help us break down the common warning signs, dispel some myths, and give us the tools we need to have that crucial conversation with our teens. Whether you're worried about a specific behavior or just want to be proactive, this episode is for you.
Feeling lost in the sea of parenting advice?
Wish you had a supportive community to navigate the ups and downs of raising happy, thriving teens?
Introducing Thriving Parent Academy!
This online community equips YOU with the tools and knowledge to:
⭐ Foster strong parent-teen relationships
⭐Set clear boundaries and expectations
⭐ Navigate attitude and meltdowns with confidence
⭐ Raise kind, responsible humans
Join our amazing community of parents and:
⭐ Connect with like-minded individuals who "get it"
⭐ Learn from me through exclusive laser coaching sessions and master classes
⭐ Get personalized support and guidance tailored to your unique needs
Stop feeling overwhelmed and start thriving!
Limited spots available! Enroll now at thrivingparent.org.
P.S. Share with any parent friends who might benefit!
Did you know that OCD affects up to 3% of adolescents in the United States? That's roughly one in every 30 teens. While OCD can manifest in various ways, the constant worry and intrusive thoughts it generates can be incredibly difficult for teenagers to navigate.
And let's be honest, parents often worry they're not doing enough to help their teens overcome OCD.
That’s why I’m thrilled to have Natasha Daniels join us today. Natasha has been an anxiety & OCD therapist for over two decades. She combines both her clinical expertise with her lived experience, raising her own three kids with anxiety and OCD. She is the creator of the website AT Parenting Survival, As well as the host of the show AT Parenting Survival Podcast and the Youtube channel, Ask the Child Therapist.
Feeling lost in the sea of parenting advice?
Wish you had a supportive community to navigate the ups and downs of raising happy, thriving teens?
Introducing Thriving Parent Academy!
This online community equips YOU with the tools and knowledge to:
⭐ Foster strong parent-teen relationships
⭐Set clear boundaries and expectations
⭐ Navigate attitude and meltdowns with confidence
⭐ Raise kind, responsible humans
Join our amazing community of parents and:
⭐ Connect with like-minded individuals who "get it"
⭐ Learn from me through exclusive laser coaching sessions and master classes
⭐ Get personalized support and guidance tailored to your unique needs
Stop feeling overwhelmed and start thriving!
Limited spots available! Enroll now at thrivingparent.org.
P.S. Share with any parent friends who might benefit!
Ever wonder why your once bright and enthusiastic child seems constantly stressed, overwhelmed, and down on themselves? You're not alone. Studies show nearly 80% of teenagers experience negative self-talk, impacting their confidence, academic performance, and overall well-being.
In this episode, we dive deep with school psychologist and teen coach Natalie Borrell (@lifesuccessforteens) to explore strategies to help your teen silence their inner critic and cultivate a growth mindset for success.
Tune in and discover:
- How to identify the signs of a critical inner voice in your teenager.
- Practical tools and techniques to help your teen challenge negative thoughts.
- Strategies to foster self-compassion and build lasting confidence.
Don't let your teen's inner critic hold them back. Take charge and empower them to thrive!
Feeling lost in the sea of parenting advice?
Wish you had a supportive community to navigate the ups and downs of raising happy, thriving teens?
Introducing Thriving Parent Academy!
This online community equips YOU with the tools and knowledge to:
⭐ Foster strong parent-teen relationships
⭐Set clear boundaries and expectations
⭐ Navigate attitude and meltdowns with confidence
⭐ Raise kind, responsible humans
Join our amazing community of parents and:
⭐ Connect with like-minded individuals who "get it"
⭐ Learn from me through exclusive laser coaching sessions and master classes
⭐ Get personalized support and guidance tailored to your unique needs
Stop feeling overwhelmed and start thriving!
Limited spots available! Enroll now at thrivingparent.org.
P.S. Share with any parent friends who might benefit!
Are you ready for a transformative journey? In this episode, we're thrilled to introduce a very special guest: Dr. Caroline Leaf!
Dr. Caroline Leaf is not your average mental health expert; she's a pioneer in unraveling the intricate connections between our minds and brains. As the driving force behind the popular podcast "Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess" and the author of 18 groundbreaking books, including "Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess" and "How to Help Your Child Clean Up Their Mental Mess," Dr. Leaf is a leading advocate for mental wellness.
In this episode, Dr. Leaf shares practical strategies to nurture emotional resilience in teens, empowering them to overcome life's challenges with grace and strength.
Feeling lost in the sea of parenting advice?Wish you had direct access to an expert who could help you navigate your specific challenges with your teen? I created the Thriving Parent Academy to do just that.
This online community helps you apply the tools and knowledge you learn to:
⭐ Foster a stronger relationship with your teen
⭐ Set clear boundaries and expectations
⭐ Navigate attitude and meltdowns with confidence
⭐ Raise kind, responsible humans
Join our amazing community of parents and:
⭐ Connect with like-minded individuals who "get it"
⭐ Work directly with me through exclusive laser coaching sessions and master classes
⭐ Get personalized support and guidance tailored to your unique needs
Stop feeling overwhelmed and start thriving!
Limited spots available! Enroll now at thrivingparent.org.
P.S. Share with any parent friends who might benefit!
Did you know that according to SAMHSA, over 1.7 million adolescents aged 12 to 17 in the US have a substance use disorder? It's a staggering statistic that underscores the critical need for effective interventions and support systems for our teens.
As parents, it's essential to equip ourselves with the knowledge and tools to navigate this complex issue.
In this episode I’m joined by Dr. Louise, a renowned family systems coach, interventionist, and trailblazer in the field of behavioral health and addiction treatments.
Dr. Louise provides us with invaluable insights and actionable steps to effectively intervene and support our teens.
Feeling lost in the sea of parenting advice?
Wish you had a supportive community to navigate the ups and downs of raising happy, thriving teens?
Introducing Thriving Parent Academy!
This online community equips YOU with the tools and knowledge to:
⭐ Foster strong parent-teen relationships
⭐Set clear boundaries and expectations
⭐ Navigate attitude and meltdowns with confidence
⭐ Raise kind, responsible humans
Join our amazing community of parents and:
⭐ Connect with like-minded individuals who "get it"
⭐ Learn from me through exclusive laser coaching sessions and master classes
⭐ Get personalized support and guidance tailored to your unique needs
Stop feeling overwhelmed and start thriving!
Limited spots available! Enroll now at thrivingparent.org.
P.S. Share with any parent friends who might benefit!
Have you ever felt at a loss when faced with your teen's rude behavior? Moments where your requests are ignored, or they respond with sarcasm or eye-rolling? If this sounds all too familiar, this episode is for you.
In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by Brooke Romney (@brookeromneywrites), the best-selling author of 52 Modern Manners for Today's Teens Volume 1 and 2. Brooke sheds light on how we can foster mutual respect and maintain authority while still strengthening our connection with our teens.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode* 52 Modern Manners for Today's Teens * FREE Guide: Dr. Cam’s 10 Pro Tips for Raising Teens
Feeling lost in the sea of parenting advice?
Wish you had a supportive community to navigate the ups and downs of raising happy, thriving teens?
Introducing Thriving Parent Academy!
This online community equips YOU with the tools and knowledge to:
⭐ Foster strong parent-teen relationships
⭐Set clear boundaries and expectations
⭐ Navigate attitude and meltdowns with confidence
⭐ Raise kind, responsible humans
Join our amazing community of parents and:
⭐ Connect with like-minded individuals who "get it"
⭐ Learn from me through exclusive laser coaching sessions and master classes
⭐ Get personalized support and guidance tailored to your unique needs
Stop feeling overwhelmed and start thriving!
Limited spots available! Enroll now at thrivingparent.org.
P.S. Share with any parent friends who might benefit!
Does your teen display repetitive behaviors like excessive hand washing or hair picking? Are they battling against intrusive thoughts they can't shake off? If so, this episode is for you. These behaviors may signal Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder or OCD, a condition impacting around 1 in every 100 children and teens.
In this episode, I’m joined by Kimberley Quinlin, a therapist with extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD and OCD-related disorders. Kimberley is here to help us identify these signs in our teens and provide guidance for supporting them effectively.
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ABOUT THE SHOW: The 'Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam' Podcast is your guide to navigating adolescence without the drama. In each episode, your host, adolescent psychologist Dr. Cam, is joined by a guest expert to provide invaluable insights and practical advice for building a closer relationship with your teen & finding joy amidst the challenges
Whether you're an experienced parent looking to support your teenager's mental well-being or a newcomer to the world of adolescence, this podcast is a must-listen.
Are you one of the many parents grappling with the challenge of getting your teenager to sleep? You're not alone. Studies show that approximately 70% of teenagers are sleep-deprived. This lack of adequate rest not only impacts their academic performance but also their physical and mental health.
To shed light on this issue, Dr. Cam talks with Dr. Angela Holliday-Bell, a Board-Certified Physician and Certified Clinical Sleep Specialist. Dr. Holliday-Bell shares her expertise and top strategies for ensuring our teens get the rest they need for optimal health and well-being.
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ABOUT THE SHOW: The 'Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam' Podcast is your guide to navigating adolescence without the drama. In each episode, your host, adolescent psychologist Dr. Cam, is joined by a guest expert to provide invaluable insights and practical advice for building a closer relationship with your teen & finding joy amidst the challenges
Whether you're an experienced parent looking to support your teenager's mental well-being or a newcomer to the world of adolescence, this podcast is a must-listen.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the daunting task of navigating the college application process for your teen? Wondering how to find the perfect fit without breaking the bank? Then this episode is for you. Stay tuned as we dive into expert advice on finding, applying to, and paying for college.
Our special guest, Dr. Pamela Ellis, MBA, PhD, aka The Education Doctor®, is here to share her invaluable insights. Dr. Pamela has helped over 1,000 families successfully navigate this journey, with a whopping 95% admission rate to top-choice colleges and an average scholarship of $75,000. Are you ready to discover the secrets to college success?"
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ABOUT THE SHOW: The 'Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam' Podcast is your guide to navigating adolescence without the drama. In each episode, your host, adolescent psychologist Dr. Cam, is joined by a guest expert to provide invaluable insights and practical advice for building a closer relationship with your teen & finding joy amidst the challenges
Whether you're an experienced parent looking to support your teenager's mental well-being or a newcomer to the world of adolescence, this podcast is a must-listen.
In this episode we tackle a common challenge that many parents face: How to help our teens develop a strong sense of self-worth and confidence in a world that often seems designed to chip away at it? Dr. Cam is joined by Phinnah, a seasoned family coach with over a decade of experience transforming family dynamics by strengthening parent-child relationships. Listen in to hear her expert advice for navigating the delicate balance between supporting your teen's self-esteem and allowing them to face life's challenges independently
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ABOUT THE SHOW: The 'Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam' Podcast is your guide to navigating adolescence without the drama. In each episode, your host, adolescent psychologist Dr. Cam, is joined by a guest expert to provide invaluable insights and practical advice for building a closer relationship with your teen & finding joy amidst the challenges
Whether you're an experienced parent looking to support your teenager's mental well-being or a newcomer to the world of adolescence, this podcast is a must-listen.
As parents of teens, we’re constantly dealing with a whirlwind of emotions, responsibilities, and expectations that seem to never let up. Whether it's the stress of school, the drama of social life, or just trying to keep their screen time in check, the struggle feels endless.
That's why I'm really excited to have Sheryl Gould, the founder of the international organization Moms of Tweens and Teens, joining us today. She's got some fantastic tips and tricks to help us tackle our own overwhelm and support our teens through theirs.
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ABOUT THE SHOW: The 'Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam' Podcast is your guide to navigating adolescence without the drama. In each episode, your host, adolescent psychologist Dr. Cam, is joined by a guest expert to provide invaluable insights and practical advice for building a closer relationship with your teen & finding joy amidst the challenges
Whether you're an experienced parent looking to support your teenager's mental well-being or a newcomer to the world of adolescence, this podcast is a must-listen.
As parents, we strive to equip our teens with the skills they need to thrive independently. But many of us worry that they won't learn to make wise decisions, regulate their emotions, or reach the necessary maturity needed to survive in the wild on their own.
Fortunately, we have Kim Muench, a certified Conscious Parenting Coach and founder of Real Life Parent Guide here to help us. Kim specializes in working with parents of emerging adults (ages 18-25). Kim is the author of Becoming Me While Raising You – a Mother’s Journey to Her Self. She is also a sought after speaker on topics related to conscious parenting.
In this episode, Kim shares her wisdom on nurturing independence and resilience in our teens, paving the way for a successful launch into adulthood.
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As parents, one of our biggest concerns is the impact of social pressures and expectations on our teens' body image. If you’re concerned about your teen’s eating habits, self-care, and self-esteem, you’re in the right place.
In this episode we tackle this critical issue with Dr. Francis, a licensed professional Counselor and the founder and owner of Scottsdale Premier Counseling. Dr. Francis is a nationally recognized treatment specialist in body image and eating disorders. She shares her expert strategies for promoting a healthy body image and self-acceptance in our teens.
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Do you have a teenager with ADHD? Are you concerned about their struggles with focus, impulsive actions, managing time, social interactions, and self-esteem? If these challenges sound familiar, you're in the right place.
In this episode Dr. Cam talks with Dana Kay, a board-certified holistic health and nutrition practitioner, two-time International best-selling author and the visionary leader of the ADHD Thrive Institute.
Dana Kay and Dr. Cam explore effective strategies to alleviate the symptoms of ADHD and help our teens to excel in their personal and academic lives.
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Do you find your teenager's unpredictable mood swings challenging? One minute they're all smiles, and the next, they're storming off over the smallest things. If you're unsure about how to help them navigate these intense feelings and stress, then this episode is just what you need.
In this episode I’m joined by master herbalist Sara Chana, who has been guiding teens towards a calmer, more centered state for over 30 years. You might know her from her book 'MOODTOPIA' or her various TV appearances.
In this episode, she shares some of her top botanical remedies for tackling stress and anxiety, paving the way for a more peaceful and healthy state of mind.
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Did you know that by 2030, 85% of jobs that will exist haven't even been invented yet? How do you prepare your teens for a future filled with unknowns?
In this episode, Dr. Lorna Bryant, head of career education at Pearson's Connections Academy, shares insights on preparing teens for success in a future filled with unknowns. The conversation covers various topics, including the pressure to succeed, redefining success, balancing future preparation and present needs, developing skills and seeking opportunities, changing views on careers and work-life, work ethic and priorities of younger generations, defining success and prioritizing well-being, recognizing the value of diverse interests, navigating career changes and quitting, and encouraging exploration and finding passion.
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Ever find yourself in a communication standoff with your teenager? They seem to have their minds made up, and nothing you say can change it. Sound familiar?
In this episode, bestselling author and change navigation expert Michael McQueen shares insights into understanding and influencing teenagers. He discusses the reasons behind teen stubbornness and the mistakes parents often make when trying to persuade their teens.
McQueen emphasizes the importance of empathy, curiosity, and open communication in building trust and grace with teenagers. He suggests strategies for negotiating with teens, setting boundaries, and problem-solving together. McQueen also highlights the significance of vulnerability and honesty in creating authority and respect.
The episode concludes with a practical takeaway of engaging in activities side by side with teens to foster connection and understanding.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Mindstuck: Mastering the Art of Changing Minds
- FREE Guide: Dr. Cam’s 10 Pro Tips for Raising Teens
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In today's hyper-connected world, children are more exposed than ever to extremist ideologies that can profoundly influence young minds. There has been an enormous uptick in groups ranging from white supremacists to religious extremists who are aggressively targeting children as young as 11 on platforms popular with teens. For example, a neo-Nazi organization recently ran a social media recruitment campaign using gaming imagery and memes that received 800,000 views from boys aged 12-15.
In this episode, Dr. Emily Bashaw, a clinical psychologist and expert on radicalization, discusses the alarming trend of extremist groups targeting teenagers on social media platforms.
She explains the concept of addictive ideologies and how vulnerable individuals can be influenced by propaganda and tribal beliefs. Dr. Bashaw emphasizes the importance of building resilience and critical thinking skills in teenagers to protect them from extremist influences. She also highlights the role of parents in fostering open communication and engaging in difficult conversations with their teens.
The conversation concludes with a reminder to humanize others and promote acceptance while demanding personal growth.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Teenagers are vulnerable to extremist influences on social media platforms, and parents need to be proactive in safeguarding their children.
- Building resilience and critical thinking skills in teenagers can help protect them from falling prey to extremist ideologies.
- Engaging in open and non-confrontational conversations with teenagers can help them develop a broader perspective and resist extremist messages.
- Humanizing others and promoting acceptance are essential in countering extremist beliefs and fostering empathy.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:03 Addictive Ideologies and Radicalization
04:07 The Influence of Social Media and Online Behavior
05:24 Impact on Teenagers
09:31 Signs of Targeting and Messages
10:42 Preventing Extremist Influences
13:48 Engaging in Difficult Conversations
15:05 Understanding Extremist Recruitment Tactics
18:36 Promoting Agency and Critical Thinking
20:45 Acceptance and Demanding More
25:49 Humanizing Others and Building Resilience
29:34 Engaging with Teens
31:46 Conclusion
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Addictive Ideologies: Finding Meaning in Agency When Politics Fail You.
- Dr. Bashah’s FREE worksheets for parents.
- FREE Guide: Dr. Cam’s 10 Pro Tips for Raising Teens
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In this episode we tackle a topic that often leaves parents feeling frustrated and helpless: communication with teenagers.
Did you know that according to a recent survey, 78% of parents report feeling like they're constantly struggling to communicate effectively with their teenagers? And it's no wonder. Teenagers are going through a period of immense physical and emotional change, and they're trying to figure out who they are and where they fit in the world. This can make it difficult for them to open up to their parents, even about things that are important to them.
So, how can we, as parents, encourage open and honest communication with our teenagers? Today, we're joined by Ruth Klien, author of Conscious Connection and founder of the nonprofit Universal Mom, to discuss strategies for overcoming communication breakdowns with our teens.
The 'Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam' Podcast: Your Guide to Navigating Adolescence Without Losing Your Mind. Hosted by Cameron (Dr. Cam) Caswell, an acclaimed adolescent psychologist with over two decades of experience empowering parents and nurturing teen development. In each episode, she partners with a guest expert to deliver invaluable insights and practical advice for raising healthy, resilient teenagers.
Whether you're a seasoned parent seeking to enhance your parenting skills or a newcomer to the world of adolescence, this podcast is a must-listen.
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Many immigrant parents face the challenge of maintaining the traditions and expectations rooted in their upbringing while simultaneously adapting to the culture their teenagers are learning to navigate. This cultural dissonance frequently results in communication gaps, misunderstandings, and the potential for intergenerational trauma.
Recognizing the need to address these challenges, Dr. Cam invited Amy Yip, a Somatic Life Transformation and Mental Fitness coach, to guide us in recognizing and healing from our intergenerational wounds. Amy helps us strike a delicate balance between respecting our heritage while embracing the ever-changing and, at times, overwhelming culture of today in order to create a more harmonious family dynamic.
The 'Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam' Podcast: Your Guide to Navigating Adolescence Without Losing Your Mind. Hosted by Cameron (Dr. Cam) Caswell, an acclaimed adolescent psychologist with over two decades of experience empowering parents and nurturing teen development. In each episode, she partners with a guest expert to deliver invaluable insights and practical advice for raising healthy, resilient teenagers. Whether you're a seasoned parent seeking to enhance your parenting skills or a newcomer to the world of adolescence, this podcast is a must-listen.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Setting the Foundations Workbook: Begin Reconnecting with Your Parents. A beginners guide to start engaging with your own parents in deeper, more meaningful conversations
- FREE Guide: Dr. Cam’s 10 Pro Tips for Raising Teens
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If you're concerned that your teen is struggling with addiction, whether it's technology, substances, or behavior, this episode is for you.
Dr. Cam is joined by the renowned Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, Dr. Gayani DeSilva. Dr. DeSilva is not only a leading expert in the field, but she's also the author of two highly acclaimed books: "A Psychiatrist's Guide: Helping Parents Reach Their Depressed Tween" and "A Psychiatrist's Guide: Stop Teen Addiction Before It Starts."
Together, they navigate the intricate terrain of teen addiction, and most importantly, uncover proactive steps that parents can take to protect their teenagers from this widespread threat.
The 'Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam' Podcast: Your Guide to Navigating Adolescence Without Losing Your Mind. Hosted by Cameron (Dr. Cam) Caswell, an acclaimed adolescent psychologist with over two decades of experience empowering parents and nurturing teen development. In each episode, she partners with a guest expert to deliver invaluable insights and practical advice for raising healthy, resilient teenagers. Whether you're a seasoned parent seeking to enhance your parenting skills or a newcomer to the world of adolescence, this podcast is a must-listen.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- A Psychiatrist's Guide: Stop Teen Addiction Before It Starts
- A Psychiatrist's Guide: Helping Parents Reach Their Depressed Tween
- FREE Guide: Dr. Cam’s 10 Pro Tips for Raising Teens
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Ever look at your teen and think, "Why won't you just do as I ask without all the pushback?" Me too! But we're thinking about it wrong. We're thinking our teen is disrespectful and defiant when they argue. What we should be thinking is, our teen's reaction is a sign of healthy development and respect." What?! Listen to this episode and let Dr. Cam explain.
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In this episode, my daughter Alexa has agreed to join me to talk about the school year. She had a week to mourn not being able to go back physically (aka complain and sulk freely) and now we need to address her concerns and come up with a plan. We're going to do it in real-time so you can watch us. Not sure how it'll go, but here it goes...
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How do you motivate an unmotivated teen? Many parents are struggling with this dilemma now that our kids are all learning from home. We've tried bribing, threatening, nagging, yelling...nothing seems to work.
Today I pull some insights from Daniel Pink's book "Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us" and show you how to apply them to our teens.
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As I wait for the results of the presidential election to come in, I realize there are two big lessons we can learn about this experience to help us with parenting teens: The power of the vote and the power of recognition. Both are quite effective ways to build our teen's motivation and self-worth.
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In this episode, we turn the spotlight on a critical issue that demands our attention: Teen suicide. The latest stats are a stark wake-up call, revealing that it's the second leading cause of death among adolescents aged 10 to 24 in the United States. This underscores the urgent need for effective prevention and support.
Joining us is Suzie Bartel, the visionary founder of the Ryan Bartel Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to providing proactive programs for teens and parents. Suzie enlightens us about the two vital factors that make a real difference in raising happy and resilient teens. Together, we're on a mission to prevent other families from enduring the pain associated with teen suicide.
The 'Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam' Podcast: Your Guide to Navigating Adolescence Without Losing Your Mind. Hosted by Cameron (Dr. Cam) Caswell, an acclaimed adolescent psychologist with 20+ years of experience in empowering parents and nurturing teen development. In every episode she is joined by a guest expert to help parents overcome the challenges and celebrate the joys of raising teens.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- The FORT: A community space where teens
- Article: Acceptance Is a Gift That Gives Back
- FREE Guide: Dr. Cam’s 10 Pro Tips for Raising Teens
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😤 Struggling to motivate your teenager to focus on what really matters? If so, this episode is a must-listen!
🎙️ Join me as I chat with Jason Cole, a seasoned author and a respected name in the sports world. With eight books under his belt, including the intriguing "Shut up Your Kid Is Not That Great" and firsthand experience raising two teen boys of his own,
Jason's here to offer a candid take on how our well-intentioned parenting strategies can inadvertently smother our kids and hinder their essential skill development. 🚀
Don't miss this enlightening discussion! Tune in to discover better ways to support your teens and help them thrive. 🌟 #TeenParenting #MotivationMatters #TheTeenTranslator
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Shut up Your Kid Is Not That Great
- FREE Guide: Dr. Cam’s 10 Pro Tips for Raising Teens
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🌟 Got a bright teen struggling in school? You're not alone! Many students have untapped potential, and it's frustrating for us parents to watch.
🚀 That's why we've brought in Sam Young, aka Mr. Sam, founder of Young Scholars Academy (@YSAENRICHMENT). Sam's on a mission to support twice-exceptional, differently-wired, and gifted students to thrive through strength-based education and a nurturing community.
💪 Join us as Sam shares how to help teens discover, nurture, and lead with their unique strengths and talents.
TeenEducation #UnlockingPotential #StrengthsBasedLearning #teentranslator #drcam #ParentingTeens #TeenStrengths #GiftedStudents #TwiceExceptional
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Creating A Strength-Based Task Management System
- Joseph Renzulli - What is Giftedness?
- Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences
- FREE Guide: Dr. Cam’s 10 Pro Tips for Raising Teens
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In this episode we're unpacking a topic that's not just timely; it's absolutely essential: How to Raise an Antiracist. In an era where issues of race and social justice dominate headlines, it's crucial that we equip our teens with the knowledge and tools to be active participants in the fight against racism.
Joining me are the co-authors of the The Antiracist Heart: A Self-Compassion and Activism Handbook. Roxy Manning a clinical psychologist and certified Center for Nonviolent Communication (CNVC) trainer and Sarah Peyton a Certified Trainer of Nonviolent Communication and neuroscience educator. Together they will shed light on how we can guide our teens to become not just non-racist, but antiracist advocates who actively work towards a fair and inclusive world.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- How to Have Antiracist Conversations: Embracing Our Full Humanity to Challenge White Supremacy.
- The Antiracist Heart: A Self-Compassion and Activism Handbook
- Your Resonant Self book series
- Fierce Compassion Podcast: Embodying NonViolence in the Classroom with Mike Tinoco.
- FREE Guide: Dr. Cam’s 10 Pro Tips for Raising Teens
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In this episode we're diving into a crucial topic that's impacting teens across America. We're witnessing a concerning rise in anxiety, depression, and tragically, record-high rates of youth suicide. But what's really troubling is the relentless stigma that keeps so many teens from opening up about their struggles and seeking help.
Dr. Cam talks with two fantastic guests today: Erin Gallagher, the Executive Director of This Is My Brave (@thisismybrave), and Beth Murphy, the founder of Principle Pictures. These incredible women are part of the team behind the eye-opening documentary, "Our Turn to Talk." (https://www.ourturntotalk.com/) This film follows several brave teens on their journey to shatter the mental health stigma by sharing their own stories – raw and unfiltered.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Watch Our Turn to Talk Documentary on YouTube
- Our Turn to Talk
- This is My Brave
- Teen Mental Health Month info and resource:
- Jay Walkers for Suicide Prevention Awareness
- FREE Guide: Dr. Cam’s 10 Pro Tips for Raising Teens
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We talk a lot on this show about how critical it is to maintain a strong relationship with our teenagers to nurture their mental, emotional, and social well-being. It is also a protective factor against anxiety, depression, drug use, and so much more. But knowing it and doing it are very different things. Many parents tell me that they want to connect with their teens, but their teens don’t want anything to do with them. So what do we do?
Today I’m joined by Meghan Leahy, a renowned parent coach and parenting columnist at the Washington Post. Meghan specializes in helping caregivers build and strengthen connections with their children, even when it feels incredibly hard.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Meghan Leahy’s parenting column in the Washington Post
- FREE Guide: Dr. Cam’s 10 Pro Tips for Raising Teens
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In this episode we dive into a concerning trend: teen school refusal. Following the pandemic, school avoidance cases have doubled, escalating into a crisis that affects families across the nation. If you're worried that your teen’s increasing absences will impact their academic performance, social development, and mental well-being, you’re in the right place.
Joining us is an esteemed expert, Dr. Jennifer Bienstock. As a licensed psychologist and Director of Clinical Training at the Center for Anxiety & Behavioral Change in Rockville, MD, Dr. Bienstock is here to explain this concerning issue, and how parents can best support teenagers struggling with school avoidance.
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If you are worried or fed up with your teen’s digital addiction, this episode is for you. We are all painfully aware of the impact that excessive screen time and constant connectivity has on our teen’s mental health, focus, and resiliency. However, we also know that technology is tightly woven into every aspect of our lives and has transformed the way we live, work, learn, and connect. Our job as parents is to find the balance between embracing the benefits of technology and safeguarding our children’s mental and emotional well-being. Not an easy line to walk!
In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by school principal Dr. Michael Gaskell to discuss how we can help our teens navigate through the digital noise and reverse its impact on their wellness, focus, and resilience.
Dr. Gaskell has written several articles on the topic of digital disruption and its effects on students. He has also discussed the importance of supporting teachers in dealing with the disruptions caused by technology and how administrators can help them in this regard. He currently writes a monthly column in ASCD Smartbrief, presents at national conferences, and has published three books: Radical Principals, Leading Schools Through Trauma, and Microstrategy Magic.
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To the horror of parents worldwide, human trafficking is a growing problem. According to the latest stats, 400,000 minors are trafficked annually. Those at most risk are adolescent girls who are craving attention or have low self-esteem. In this episode we talk about how to keep our daughters safe.
Dr. Cam is joined by Dr. John DeGarmo, the founder and director of The Foster Care Institute. As foster parents, he and his wife have had over 60 children come through their home. He is also an international consultant to schools, legal firms, and foster care agencies and the author of several books, including The Little Book of Foster Care Wisdom. Dr. John has appeared on Good Morning, America, CNN, NBC, and FOX. He and his wife have received many awards, including the Good Morning America Ultimate Hero Award.
Dr. John tells us parents what we need to know about human trafficking and keeping our kids safe.
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Do you dread your teen’s emotional outbursts? Is it difficult to calm them down once they get riled up? Do you want to end the exhausting fights and power struggles? Then this episode is for you.
In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by Lawyer-Turned-Peacemaker, Douglas E. Noll. Doug is the co-founder of Prison of Peace, author of several books including De-Escalate: How to Calm an Angry Person in 90 Seconds or Less, and the creator of the Noll Affect Labeling System. He currently trains inmates in maximum-security prisons to be peacemakers and mediators.
Douglas is going to teach us how to use his method with our teenagers so we can have some peace at home once and for all.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- FREE eBOOK: How to Listen Others Into Existence
- FREE Guide: Dr. Cam’s 10 Pro Tips for Raising Teens
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Although there is still a lot that we need to learn, societal understanding and awareness of nonbinary identities is improving. Nonbinary often experience a gender identity that falls outside of the male/female binary and may choose to use gender-neutral pronouns such as "they/them" instead of he/him or she/her. Teens who identify as nonbinary may experiment with different gender expressions, including clothing, hairstyles, and accessories, to find what aligns with their authentic selves.
Research suggests that nonbinary teens may face higher rates of mental health challenges compared to cisgender (non-transgender) peers, including increased levels of anxiety, depression, self-harm, and suicidality. This has been attributed to high rates of societal discrimination, misgendering, exclusion, bullying, and a lack of supportive resources.
Many nonbinary teens find solace and support within LGBTQ+ communities, online platforms, and youth organizations. They often engage in activism, advocating for their rights, gender equality, and inclusion in various aspects of society.
In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with one of these brave advocates, Ivy, a college student and artist who also happens to identify as nonbinary. Ivy shares their story, explains what it’s like to try to be their authentic self in a world that’s not always accepting, and provides some insight into how we can best support our own children who may not identify with a traditional label.
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Over the past decade, there has been a noticeable increase in the number of teenagers coming out as transgender. To skeptical parents, this is often perceived as a concerning trend fueled by social media and easily influenced teenage brains. To gender identity experts, it is attributed to increased awareness and understanding of gender diversity and the growing platforms that enable teens to find resources, support, and connections with others who have similar experiences. Regardless of what you believe, if your teen is questioning their identity, how you respond as a parent can have an enormous impact on their long-term mental health and well-being.
In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by Dr. Ronnie Gladden, an international speaker, actor, and tenured college professor who speaks regularly about identity, diversity, and inclusion for K-12 schools, universities, and nonprofits. They are also the author of White Girl Within: Letters of Self-Discovery Between a Transgender and Transracial Black Man and His Inner Female.
Dr. Ronnie helps us navigate some of the complexities of gender identity and provides guidance on how to best support teens who identify as transgender.
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Teen’s are infamous for their risky behavior and questionable choices. It actually reflects healthy brain development (believe it or not). But when it comes to behavior that has serious repercussions like substance use, fighting, shoplifting, and truancy, we need to step in. Our instinct is to lay down the law and pile on the restrictions. But more often than not, that strategy backfires in the long run. So what do we do to keep our kids safe?
In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by Bobby Huntley, the Superintendent and Pastor of Test of Faith Ministries in Virginia Beach. He served in the Virginia Beach City Public Schools for 19 years as a Security Assistant, In School Suspension Coordinator and Dean of Students / Work Adjustment Teacher. He was also the Director of The Gentlemen's Club, an after school mentoring program for boys.
Bobby provides guidance for addressing risky teen behavior in a way that keeps them safe AND builds trust, connection, and respect.
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Is your teen’s self-esteem in the dumps? Do your attempts to build up their confidence often land flat? If so, this episode is for you.
In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by Dr. Shainna, a mental health counselor and the author of The Self-Love Workbook for Teens. Dr. Shainna is passionate about destigmatizing mental health counseling and helping individuals worldwide recognize the importance of fostering mental wellness. She has been featured on ABC, CBS, NPR, the Washington Post, to name a few.
Dr. Shainna teaches us some strategies for cultivating our children’s self-worth.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- The Mental Wellness Practice podcast
- The Self Love Workbook for Teens
- The Self Love Workbook
- Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens
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Does the amount of time your teenager spends on their phone, playing video games, or scrolling through Tik Tok drive you mad? Do they go ballistic when you try to pry them away or even hint at doing something different? Then this episode is for you.
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Amanda Giordano, Associate Professor of Counseling at the University of Georgia and author of A Clinical Guide to Treating Behavioral Addictions and Addictions Counseling: A Practical Approach. Dr. Giordano is a prolific scholar in the field of addictions counseling and currently has authored 58 journal articles and book chapters. In addition, Dr. Giordano frequently presents on topics related to behavioral addictions both domestically and internationally.
Dr. Giordano tells us what parents need to know about adolescent behavioral addiction and provides tips on how to address it.
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Are you tired of being the warden of homework, screen time, and sleep? Would you like to spend less time nagging and more time enjoying your teen? Then this episode is for you.
In this episode, I’m joined by The Parenting Mentor, Sue Groner. Sue is the author of Parenting with Sanity and Joy, 101 Simple Strategies, the host of The Parenting Mentor Sessions Podcast, and is a certified Positive Discipline parent educator. She is also a frequent guest expert on ABC, CBS, NBC, and Fox to name a few, and provides advice for many national publications and websites such as The Wall Street Journal, Parents, Real Simple, Today.com, HuffPost, and Katie Couric Media.
Sue provides us with some tips for guiding our teens without losing our own sanity.
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If you are one of the many parents who are laser-focused on setting your teen up for future success by prioritizing their grades and building up their resume in order to get into the right college so they can get a good job, you may want to take a moment to listen to today’s episode.
In this episode I’m joined by Deepali Vyas, the founder and CEO of Fearless+. Deepali spent 22 years as an executive recruiter and leadership consultant, reviewing over 100,000 resumes, filling 40,000 executive jobs, and conducting C-Suite leadership assessments. Now, she is helping the next generation prepare for their future careers.
Deepali and I talk about:
- The diminishing ROI of college and how parents can prepare their kids for the workforce
- How to build Soft Skills over the summer (and during the school year)
- Why grit is the most overlooked ingredient in the recipe for success — and how your teen can demonstrate resilience during the interview process.
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If your teen gets easily overwhelmed or freezes when they need to make a decision, this episode is for you.
In this episode I’m joined by Dr. Juliana Negreiros and Dr. Katherine Martinez, psychologists and co-authors of Your anxious mind: A teen’s guide to anxiety and panic and Getting uncomfortable with uncertainty for Teens. We’re going to discuss how we can help our teens learn to manage their anxiety and stress through coping, problem-solving, and focusing on where they want to go.
3 Big Takeaways:
- Understanding that uncertainty takes the central stage of a teen’s life is key to helping them make room for and cope with it.
- Teens need validation before we start problem-solving.
- When our kids understand their passions, being brave and facing their fears becomes a lot easier
- Effective parenting starts with the end: we need to take the time to understand where we want our kids to end up so we can know where to begin.
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In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, I’m joined by father and filmmaker Olivier Bernier. Olivier and his wife Hilde created the award-winning documentary, “Forget Me Not: Inclusion in the Classroom,” which follows their journey as their son Emilio with down syndrome prepares to start school. The film aims to break down the social and systemic barriers that routinely segregate and hide children with intellectual disabilities from society.
Olivier shares his story and provides guidance on how we can address the inequities in the education system for our own children.
3 Big Takeaways:
- Children with disabilities are being systematically segregated.
- Classrooms should mirror the society we want to live in and we all have a part to play.
- Everyone benefits from inclusive education- both neurotypical children and children with challenges.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Watch the Film: Forget Me Not: Inclusion in the Classroom
- Resources about Classroom Inclusion
- Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens
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If you want your teen to thrive within our current hypercompetitive culture and uncertain landscape, this episode is for you.
In this episode I’m joined by Cindy Muchnick, Educational Consultant and author of The Parent Compass: Navigating Your Teen's Wellness and Academic Journey in Today's Competitive World, which Katie Couric selected as one of the top 11 fall parenting reads.
Cindy shows us how we can best support our teens without having to frantically tutor, manage, and helicopter them.
7 points to the Parent Compass
- Intact relationships
- Living a life with purpose
- Being confident and secure in one's capabilities
- Attending a "right fit" college
- Having a zest for exploration and developing insatiable curiosity
- Being able to self-advocate
- Embracing new challenges and the mistakes/failures/faltering that come along the way.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Buy the Parent Compass on Amazon
- Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens
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This is my 3rd anniversary episode with Jamie Edelbrock. Jamie was my very first podcast guest back in 2019. Pre-Pandemic! We were both just starting a new chapter in our life story and scared!
Since then, Jamie has become a prolific advocate for children's mental health. She’s published two award-winning children’s books: Tangled Up and Be the Sparkle, which shine a positive, hopeful light on mental health and therapy. She’s also raising 3 teen girls of her own.
Jamie and I talk about what she’s been up to, lessons learned, and 9 powerful ways parents can Be the Sparkle for their teenagers.
- Be calm
- Believe them
- Ask if and how you can help them
- Leave them alone if they want to be left alone
- Do not take their words personally
- Validate their feelings
- Have patience
- Listen to connect with them
- Talk to a professional if needed
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Buy Tangled Up
- Buy Be the Sparkle
- Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens
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If you want to prepare your teen to be successful in their careers or whatever they decide to do in the future, this episode is for you.
In this episode I’m joined by Michael Trezza, the Founder and CEO of Giant Leaps Learning, an online after-school enrichment program. Michael and his team help kids master the skills they’ll need become great leaders not just in the future, but right now.
Michael talks to us about the foundational routines and behaviors he believes are essential for setting our teens up to thrive.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Learn more about Gian Leaps Learning
- Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens
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Do your teen’s erratic mood swings and emotional outbursts make you feel like you’re on a never-ending rollercoaster ride? Then this episode is for you.
The challenge of dealing with teen emotions is difficult for parents and teens alike. Parents feel like they’re walking on eggshells unsure of what will set their teen off or what to do about it when they do. Teen’s feel overwhelmed by growing demands around school, grades, performance, and behavior and the expectation that they should be able to handle it all and still be pleasant to be around. Although it may seem like a lose-lose situation at times, there are things we can do to change the dynamic.
In this episode, I’m joined by Gina Nelson a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the creator of the 10-step method to Combating Teen Anxiety.
Gina teaches us how to help our teens manage their big emotions and have conversations about tough topics in a way that makes them feel safe and calm.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Combating Teen Anxiety free mini course
- Combating Teen Anxiety Teen-Parent Journal on pre-order at Amazon
- Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens
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Are you baffled about why your teen is so anxious? Do you want to know how to help them? If so, this episode is for you.
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, 32% of teens suffered from an anxiety disorder in the last year compared to just 19% of adults, and the numbers keep growing.
What’s going on?!
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Loretta Breuning, author of many personal development books, including Habits of a Happy Brain: Retrain Your Brain to Boost Your Serotonin, Dopamine, Oxytocin and Endorphin Levels. She is also the Founder of the Inner Mammal Institute which helps thousands of people make peace with their inner mammal.
Dr. Breuning teaches us how anxiety shows up in the brain and how we can use that information to help our teens (and ourselves) manage anxiety more effectively.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
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Books by Dr. Loretta Breuning
- Habits of a Happy Brain: Retrain Your Brain to Boost Your Serotonin, Dopamine, Oxytocin, and Endorphin Levels
- Status Games
- Tame Your Anxiety: Rewiring Your Brain for Happiness
- The Science of Positivity
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Inner Mammal Institute Video Series
- Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens
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If your teenager has low self-confidence or is anxious about being picked on, this episode is for you.
7 in 10 girls believe that they are not good enough or don’t measure up in some way, including their looks, performance in school, and friendships. Boys struggle with self-esteem almost as much. When teens feel bad about themselves, they may try to avoid normal daily activities like going to school, or often engage in unhealthy activities like cutting, bullying, disordered eating, and even losing themselves in video games.
What can we do?
In this episode, I’m joined by Clinical Psychologist, Kate Lund, who has worked with major hospitals, schools, and hundreds of parents. Her international bestselling book Bounce is the ultimate guide to helping children build resilience and thrive in all areas of life.
Kate and I discuss:
- How to help your teens build resilience
- Common mistakes parents make trying to build their teen’s confidence
- The #1 thing parents can do to build their child’s self-esteem
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Kate Lund’s Website
- Bounce Help Your Child Build Resilience and Thrive in School, Sports and Life
- The Seven Pillars of a Resilient Child parenting course
- Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens
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If you’re worried your teen may be sending or receiving inappropriate snapchats, texts, and DMs, this episode is for you.
According to the CDC sexting can damage a teen’s self-image, is linked to cyberbullying, increases rates of depression and other mental health issues, and may even result in felony charges.
Yet, this activity has become somewhat normalized even expected among teens. Nearly 15% have sent an explicit or suggestive image or message, and one out of four teens have received one.
In this episode, I’m joined by Christy Keating, founder and CEO of The Heartful Parent, to discuss how to talk to our teens about consent, and what to do if we discover they’ve been sexting.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- The Heartful Parent website
- Parenting Outside the B.O.C.S. tip sheet
- Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens
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If you have a plus-sized teen struggling with their body image or not feeling accepted, this episode is for you.
Thanks to media, advertisers, and the ever-growing weight-loss industry, we live in a society that believes the thinner the better. This has led to an increase in eating disorders for both women and men, which has the highest mortality rate of any mental illness.
To counter this dangerous trend, many are trying to reignite the body positive movement that was first launched in the 60’s. The goal is to shift the focus from thin as the image of “health” to the acceptance and celebration of all sizes and weights. But we still have a long way to go!
In this episode I’m joined by Pam Luk, the founder of Ember & Ace, an athletic wear brand exclusively for plus size kids (PSKs). Pam and I discuss:
- The impact of today’s thin culture on our kids
- How to help children of all shapes and sizes develop a positive body image
- How to support and advocate for our children
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If you know or suspect your teen is using drugs or want to prevent them, this episode is for you.
More than half of teens surveyed said they have experimented with substances such as alcohol, marijuana, vaping, and prescription drugs. Some are able to stop easily, some are not, some have no interest in even trying.
In this episode I’m joined by KL Wells, the Founder of Voices InCourage, to help parents navigate teen drug use and addiction.
In this episode we cover:
- What parents can do if they suspect or know their child is using.
- How to protect your teen from addiction.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Voices InCourage website
- Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens
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The American Academy of Pediatrics recently declared adolescent mental health a national emergency, as rates of depression, anxiety, self-harm and suicidal thoughts continue to skyrocket. The pandemic brought this serious issue to the forefront, but this uptick started years before COVID arrived on the scene.
Sadly, and too often, the parents of these teens are the last to learn about their child's mental health struggles—and often too late to take action.
In this episode, I’m joined by Elliot Kallen, the Co-Founder and President of A Brighter Day, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing suicide by helping teens manage their depression and stress. Elliot is going to teach us what warning signs to look for and what we can do to protect our teens from the number one preventable cause of death.
Key Takeaways
- Warning signs: drastic change in behavior patterns (sleep habits, eating, socializing)
- Redefine what failure means to remove implicit stress
- What we want for our child may not align with who they are and what they need.
- What parents can do: Listen!
- Cell phones create a highlight reel of everyone else’s life. Makes it seem like everyone else has a better life than they do. They feel like a victim
- Make dinner a cell phone free environment - for EVERYONE -- and talk.
- Ask questions: What are their favorite classes and why? Favorite activity and why?
- To make room for all the things we pack into our child’s life to ensure they succeed is often at the expense of the most important thing - time to build a connection with us.
- You can’t depend on the schools to care for your child’s mental health. They don’t have the training or the bandwidth. You need to take it into your own hands.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Text "BRIGHTER" to 741741 for 24/7 mental health support
- Parent Survival Toolkit and a Teen Survival Toolkit
- Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens
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If you’re uncomfortable or unsure about how to talk to your teen daughter about periods, sex, or personal hygiene this episode is for you.
Today I’m joined by Dr. Jennifer Lincoln, a board-certified OB-GYN who is passionate about helping girls, women, and those assigned female at birth understand their bodies and feel empowered to advocate for themselves. Dr. Lincoln is going to help us tackle “the talk” and other tough health conversations with our teens.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Let's Talk About Down There: An OBGYN Answers All Your Burning Questions Without Making You Feel Embarrassed for Asking
- Dr. Jen’s YouTube playlist for parents
- Girlology
- Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens
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If your teen is a target of bullying, the instigator, or even a witness to bullying, this episode is for you.
One out of every five students report being bullied based on their physical appearance, race/ethnicity, gender, disability, religion, or sexual orientation. In other words, prejudice. The bullying behavior can range from verbal and physical assault to casual, yet hurtful comments. In all cases, it has a negative impact on the mental health of everyone involved: the bullied, the bully, and the bystander.
We know from research that ignoring the behavior or trying to stop it, only makes it worse because it doesn’t address why the behavior exists. So, what do we do instead?
That’s what we’re going to talk about in this episode.
Today I’m joined by Deanna Singh, founder of the Flying Elephant, who is on a mission to empower marginalized communities.
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If your teen is involved in sports, this episode is for you. We encourage our children to get involved in sports for many reasons: have fun, meet friends, get exercise, and learn valuable skills like teamwork, perseverance, and sportsmanship. Unfortunately, there is also an epidemic of abuse as well—not just at the Olympic and college level, but in our middle and high schools too.
In this episode Dr. Amy Saltzman shares tips on how to spot and stop our own children from being abused and what we can do to create a safety net of prevention, healing, and protection to end this epidemic.
Key Takeaways
Overt emotional abuse involves yelling and screaming and is easy to detect.
Covert emotional abuse is subtle and often extremely hard to detect. Often looks like generosity at first with love bombs (special treatment, praise, gifts, and friendship). Builds trust.
The four primary patterns that covert emotionally abusive coaches weave together to create the web of covert emotional abuse: tangling feelings of specialness and fear, controlling the environment, isolating victims, and distorting the truth.
If child resists going to practice, get curious.
To keep our children safe, we must not only dismantle the spider’s web (the abuser), but also create a safety net of prevention, healing, and protection. Enacting policies that protect children on a national level is crucial to ending the epidemic of abuse and beginning cycles of healing.
If coach is abusive, report them. May also consider pulling child from team.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Dr. Saltzman’s article See It. Stop It. Heal It: Ending Cycles of Abuse in Sports and Society
- Spot a Spider videos
- Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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This week, in recognition of pride month, we’re talking about how to better understand and support our non-binary and transgender children.
Although the LGBTQ+ community has gained more acceptance and support over the years, statistics show that most remain closeted in fear of discrimination. They are also at far more serious risk for depression, suicide, and victimization.
My goal is to answer questions, clear up misconceptions, and put some fears to rest so we can show up for our children the way they need us to.
In this episode I’m joined by my nephew, Matthias, to talk about gender identity, what it means to be non-binary, and how to best support our children as they transition. Matt is also an LGBTQ+ Tik Tok advocate at www.tiktok.com/@matthiaussy.
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This week, in recognition of pride month, we’re talking about how to better understand and support our non-binary and transgender children.
Although the LGBTQ+ community has gained more acceptance and support over the years, statistics show that most remain closeted in fear of discrimination. They are also at far more serious risk for depression, suicide, and victimization.
My goal is to answer questions, clear up misconceptions, and put some fears to rest so we can show up for our children the way they need us to.
In this episode I’m joined by Camden and his dad David to talk about the transgender experience, coming out, and how to best support our LGBTQ+ children.
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If you’re worried about what your teen is doing online, concerned they’ll fall prey to predators, and can’t seem to get through to them how dangerous the internet can be, this episode is for you. I’m joined by Safety and Security Influencer Cathy Pedrayes to share tips for keeping our teens safe online.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Get Cathy’s free ebook: The Mom Friend Guide to Everyday Safety and Security
- Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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If you’re frustrated because your teen refuses to talk to you, wants little to do with you or the rest of family, or snaps at you when you provide guidance, this episode is for you. I’m joined by former middle school teacher turned coach Elise Knox. She shares tips on how to connect with our teens with her three steps to listening without judgment.
Key Takeaways
- If we haven't healed our past traumas or relationship issues, we project that onto our kids.
- Be aware of your face, body language, and energy. They pick up on that.
- If you shut them down and judge them enough times, they will stop coming to you.
- CBA of listening
- Clarity: What do they need from you? Advice or empathy.
- Breathe: Open your body language, open your mind, and calm your nervous system, so that you can be that open space for them to come and share
- Accept: Understand that they're learning how to process things in different ways.
- If you’re shocked by what they say or don’t’ know what to say, ask, “tell me more.” This puts the ball back in their court and gives you time to compose yourself to process whatever they've said.
- Beware of futurecasting, which is thinking if they’re doing this now, they’ll always do it. They're never going to get a job. They’re never going to talk to me again.
- Parenting teens can feel isolating. See outside support and help. You’re not alone.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
- Elise’s free communication guide: https://www.eliseknox.com/communication
- Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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In this episode, I answer the following parent question: Nothing we do makes our daughter happy. Why can’t she just accept a comment, advice, suggestion without complaining and pushing back? How can I make her listen and accept what she is being told without an argument?
Key Takeaways
- Allow them to voice their opinions without retribution.
- Rather than getting mad that they are resistant, get curious and find out why.
- Model what it looks like to listen, by listening to them first.
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In this episode, I provide tips for addressing teen anger. This is in response to the following parent questions:
- What is the best way to diffuse a teen who is in the middle of a temper flare-up?
- How should a parent respond in the moment of frustration (both on the part of the parent and teen)?
Key Takeaways
- Your teen’s emotions/meltdowns are a response to their brain’s fire alarm alerting them that they are not safe and need to protect themselves.
- Understand the situation from their perspective. Why are they upset?
- Proactively decide how you are going to response in a way that brings the temperature down and clears the smoke.
- Find ways to prevent the need for blow ups and teach them strategies to express emotions more effectively and respectively.
- Next time your teen’s fire alarm goes off, respond calmly and focus on what they need to feel safe.
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In this episode, I’m joined by Jeff Otis, the founder of the personal leadership platform, Project OTY. Jeff is going to clue us in to why teens may resist taking accountability, how to encourage them to take more accountability, and how to help them uncover a sense of purpose and own their future.
Key Takeaways
- The three O’s: Own your time, own your education, and own your organization
- We need to acknowledge that we've got a generation of young adults growing up in a world that none of us have experienced. The speed at which information is coming at them is off the charts. It's becoming more difficult to take ownership and make decisions when it feels like the future is fuzzy and unsure.
- Help them build their roadmap to create their purpose. Shift the focus to what they want their world to look like five years from today. Define success. Create a visual representation of what success looks like. If you can see it, you start to believe it, and then you start taking those steps to achieve it.
- One of the challenges we see in education is that it is very career focused. I think we're doing a disservice to young adults and teens by talking about picturing the rest of their life. That feels overwhelming.
- Change doesn’t happen overnight, be a little bit patient. You're in the middle of what's happening and often you can get caught up reacting to what's happening. When it becomes frustrating, this is an opportunity to pause for a moment, step back and look at why it's happening. When we start to unpeel, we see the uncertainty and fears that need to be addressed.
- There are four stages to learning
- Unconscious incompetence: You don't know what you don't know
- Conscious incompetence: You realize you don't know what you need to know.
- Conscious competence: You know what to do, but you still must think about it for a little bit.
- Unconscious competence: Everything's on a reflex.
- Start exploring opportunities that are in alignment with your child’s unique strengths. Introduce them to different solutions and help them acknowledge and understand what their unique strengths are and how to leverage then today to move themselves forward.
- We encourage young adults to reach out to 10 people that they trust to be honest with them, and ask them, “How would you describe my unique strength?” What strengths above all others seem to come effortlessly for me? This does a few things
- It’s an immediate confidence boost for the young adult.
- They'll see strengths they may not have recognized in themselves.
- They're developing a list of strengths they can leverage going forward.
- New strengths are going to develop as we experience new things, but at every given point a young adult needs to be aware of what strengths they can leverage right now.
- Accountability starts with young adults identifying their unique strengths and how they can leverage them. When they can imagine a future they are passionate to go build, they will start getting out of bed a lot earlier on their own.
“As a parent, it's vitally important to be aware that your child is a unique individual.”
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In this episode, I’m joined by sleep physician and youth psychiatrist Dr. Cara Ooi. Dr. Ooi is going to clue us in to why the teen years are a perfect storm for insomnia, the most common mistakes parents make when trying to get their teen’s sleep back on track and the three things we can do instead.
Key Takeaways
- The teen years create the perfect storm for insomnia. There is a natural delay in their body clock, which makes it difficult for them to fall asleep; they aren’t coping well with stress, which makes it challenging to unwind at night; they spend a lot of time hanging out on their beds, which creates an association with an awake alert state.
- Common mistake #1: Insisting teens get to bed too early. Their bodies aren't ready for sleep until 12 or one. If their bedtime is before that, they end up spending 2-3 hours in bed not sleeping. This can snowball into more anxiety and frustration and strengthens a negative association with their bed, which makes it even more difficult to sleep.
- Common mistake #2: Don’t start by taking screens away. This creates conflict right before bed, which disrupts sleep more than the screens do. It also erodes connection, which means they’ll dig their heels in more.
- Common mistake #3: Trying to convince them by telling them the benefits of sleep. This tends to be counterproductive
- Tips to reset your teen’s sleep:
- Delay their bedtime to better match up with when they are actually sleepy, to retrain their association with their bed to being in calm, sleepy state and good sleep.
- Create a cozy nook. A place that is separate from their bed but provides the same comfort and privacy. This can be a fun project to do together.
- Create a sleep kit to put next to their bed so they don’t default to staring at their phone if they wake up. Can include notebook and pen, book or magazine, coloring book.
- Minimize the amount of light in the room as much as possible. The darker the better.
- Meet your teen where they’re at. Find a reason to get better sleep that is important to them. For example, if they love video games, better sleep can improve their reaction time.
- If you want to reset their sleep schedule, make small incremental changes to give their body the opportunity to adjust.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
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Learn more about Dr. Ooi on her website and snag her free resources: The Parent’s Jumpstart Guide to Help Your Teen Sleep Better and I'm Exhausted but I Can't Sleep Webinar
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Tune into her podcast series: Find the Eight
- You can also connect with Dr. Ooi on Instagram + Tik Tok @decodeinsomnia
- I’d love to hear from you too! Send me a message on Facebook or Instagram.
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Disrespect, backtalk, and lying are just a few of the problematic teen behaviors many parents are trying to deal with. What do you do when you’ve tried everything, and nothing seems to work? That’s what we’re going to tackle in today’s episode.
I’m joined by Kimball Lewis, the CEO of EmpoweringParents.com (@ParentingAdvice). In addition to his leadership and management roles, he contributes as an editor, a homeschooling expert, and a parent coach. Kimball is frequently interviewed by CBS News in Tampa Bay, Florida, for his expert parenting advice
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Navigating divorce and stepparenting is challenging for everyone involved, but statistics show it’s particularly difficult for teen-aged children. Fortunately, there are things we can do to ease the transition and even thrive.
Today I’m joined by authors of @ourhappydivorce Nikki DeBartolo and Ben Heldfond. Although their marriage has been over for nearly a decade, Nikki and Ben have learned how to create a happy life with each other and their new families. They are sharing their story in hopes of empowering and inspiring people to think differently about divorce, co-parenting, step-parenting, and what it means to put kids first.
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Is your teen’s fear of being around a lot of people, getting called on in class, or having to talk to someone new making it feel impossible to go to school or out in public? Are you worried that they are becoming too isolated but don’t know how to help? Then this episode is for you.
I’m joined by Mark Metry, a 24-year-old mental health advocate, Forbes featured TEDx keynote speaker, host of the Social Anxiety Society podcast, and author of "Screw Being Shy.” Mark’s Kick Social Anxiety program helps people break free from anxiety by rewiring their brain, and today he’s going to give us some tips on how to best support our socially anxious teens.
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- Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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Did you know that almost half of our kids have been exposed to sexting by the time they were 14 and that number continues to grow? As a mom of a 15-year-old daughter that scares me.
That’s why I’ve invited Sean Clifford, CEO and Founder of Canopy to join me today. A father of 4 young children, Sean founded Canopy in 2019 to protect children from pornography and help families take advantage of what’s good about the Internet without the bad.
In this episode, Sean is teaching us how to help our teens navigate technology safely.
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- Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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If your teen is miserable and making everyone around them miserable and you don’t know how to break them out of it, this episode is for you.
Today I’m joined by Chris DT Gordon (@chrisdt.gordon.5), an international speaker, teacher, and survivor of the flesh-eating bacteria necrotizing fasciitis. After his recovery, this teacher from Minnesota chose to rise above his circumstances to help others. He created The Attitude of Gratitude (TAG), which helps people overcome their own “personal bacteria,” increase their positivity and resilience, and improve the lives of those around them.
Chris strives to share TAG with young adults all over the world so they can achieve greatness on their own terms.
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- Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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If you have an overachieving, stressed out teen who is crumbling under the weight of their own high expectations and self-inflicted pressure, this episode is for you.
Today I’m joined by Teen Takeoff Coach Donovan Dreyer, who specializes in preparing highly driven teens to accomplish their lofty life goals. Through his organization Get Ready Coaching, Donovan helps overachieving students get clarity on what they truly want and minimize their constant need to be perfect at EVERYTHING.
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- Talking to teens about their lofty goals: https://www.getreadycoaching.com
- Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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I’ve been inviting several experts on recently to talk about Teen Anxiety. It’s something I see a lot in my practice, and the statistics support the growing problem. According to Pew Research three-in-ten teens say they feel tense or nervous about their day every or almost every day. Seven-in-ten say anxiety and depression is a major problem among people their age in the community where they live. And the #1 cause of teen anxiety according to teens is pressure to get good grades.
Today I’m joined by Parent and Teen Coach, Dana Baker-Williams. Dana specializes in ADHD and Anxiety, which are often linked.
Today Dana is going to provide us with some tips for helping us help our teens manage their stress and some strategies for fostering self-confidence and independence - the antidotes of anxiety.
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- Mental Health Resources for Teens & Their Families: https://drcam.ck.page/mental-health-resources
- 8 Coping Skills to Mitigate Anxiety: https://www.parentinginreallife.org/anxiety
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Did you know that one out of three kids between the ages of 13 and 18 will find themselves in an abusive relationship this year? That statistic is terrifying to us parents, which is why I’ve invited Nenia Corcoran (@neniacorcoranauthor) to teach us what we need to know about Teen Dating Violence.
Nenia combines her own experiences as a sexual assault survivor with her decade of training as a police officer to empower and educate young adults on toxic relationships, dating violence and consent. She also writes young adult fiction novels focused on raising awareness surrounding difficult topics teens often struggle to deal with.
Today Nenia is going to provide us some tips and insight to help us protect our teens from dating violence and empower them to recognize abusive relationships and break free.
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- Mental Health Resources for Teens & Their Families: https://drcam.ck.page/mental-health-resources
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If your teen is stressed out trying to do it all but struggling to stay focused and motivated, this episode is for you.
I’m joined by Oie Dobier, the founder of Project Who Am I (@projWhoAmI), is a mom of 2 teenagers and a nature loving, bubble tea fanatic. Her mission in life is to help people pay attention to their true self so they can intentionally fill their day with things that leverage their natural talents AND things that align to what’s important to their life.
In this episode, Oie tells us how to prevent our perfectionist teens from falling into the “Stay Busy” trap and help them find their true passion, purpose, and focus.
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- From Oie: Downloadable Career Ideas Guide: www.projectwhoami.com/career
- From Dr. Cam. 10 Secrets to Raising Teens: https://www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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If you or your teen experiences days filled with anxiety and overwhelm, this episode is for you.
I’m joined by George Kalantzis (@Theartoftoughtransitions), author of NOWHERE TO GO, combat veteran, coach, and dad. He empowers people to overcome the toughest days of their lives. Outside of coaching and writing, you can find him hiking and eating ice cream with his daughter.
Today, George is going to help us better understand how anxiety works and teach us some ways to get over our overwhelm under.
If your teen is struggling with poor body image, body dysmorphia, or an eating disorder, this episode is for you.
I’m joined by Jillian Walsh, the founder, Clinical Director and Nova Scotia Team Lead at Change Creates Change Eating Disorder Care (@changecreateschange). Jillian is both a Registered Dietitian and a Registered Psychotherapist. For the past 8 years, she has been helping children and adolescents living with eating disorders and supporting parents through their children’s eating disorder recovery.
Today, Jillian is going to tell us how to detect if our child has an eating disorder and how to model a positive body image and relationship with food for our teens
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- From Jillian: Webinar for parents who are worried that their child may have an eating disorder. November 9th at 7 pm EST. Register at: https://landing.changecreateschange.com/webinar
- From Dr. Cam. 10 Secrets to Raising Teens: https://www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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If you’re struggling with your teen’s behavior and nothing seems to work, this episode is for you.
I’m joined by Adele Spraggon, an award-winning author, a thought leader, international speaker and trainer. She has been awarded the 2020, Woman of Inspiration Award, and in 2021, she was recognized as the Top Behavioural Expert of the Year. Her book Shift: 4 Steps to Personal Empowerment has won three awards and is sweeping the globe, transforming how people are setting and achieving their goals with her repatterning technique.
Today, Adele is going to teach us how to impact our teen’s behaviors (and our own) by upgrading the underlying brain patterns.
FREE STUFF!
- From Adele. Get a copy of her book @ www.shift4steps.com (just pay shipping).
- From Dr. Cam. 10 Secrets to Raising Teens: https://www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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If your teen seems out of control and you’re worried about their risky behavior and questionable choices, this episode is for you.
I’m joined by Michael Unbroken, author of the best-selling book Think Unbroken. Michael is a coach, mentor, and educator for adult survivors of child abuse. Michael also hosts The Michael Unbroken podcast, teaches at Think Unbroken Academy and is on a mission to end generational trauma.
Today, Michael is going to give us a peak into the mind of a troubled teen and teach us how to connect with them in a way that helps them thrive.
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- From Michael Unbroken. PDF copy of Think Unbroken: Understanding and Overcoming Childhood Trauma.
- From Dr. Cam. 10 Secrets to Raising Teens: https://www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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Want to teach your teen how to speak up and advocate for themselves in a responsible way? Then this episode is for you.
I’m joined by Adrienne Waller, the owner of Worldwide Educator, an education consulting company focused on empowering educators to own their instructional genius while activating students. For the past 15 years, Adrienne has been working with educators across the US and the world, including Qatar, China, and she’s currently an Assistant Principal in the Cayman Islands.
Today, Adrienne is going to share with us how help our teens build self-advocacy skills.
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- From today’s guest. Talking to teens: https://mailchi.mp/4f4d364bb201/conversations-with-teens
- From Dr. Cam. 10 Secrets to Raising Teens: https://www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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If you’re feeling disconnected with your teen this episode is for you.
I’m talking Melanie Prather Studer the author of COLLEGE BOUND The Ultimate List of Conversions to Help Your Teen Through High School and the blog Parenting High Schoolers where she shares real world ideas and solutions for raising teens in today’s world.
Today, Melanie is going to share with us how to create a stronger connection with our teens – even when it feels like they’re pulling away.
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- From today’s guest: “Control What You Can" Printable. https://www.parentinghighschoolers.com/opt-in/podcast
- From Dr. Cam: 10 Secrets to Raising Teens. https://www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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If you fear appearing weak and vulnerable in front of people—especially your kids—this episode is for you.
Today I’m talking with Fatima Oliver (@fatima.oliver.79656), wife, mother, and author of the newly released book "The Prescription is in the Dirt"
As a Transformational Coach & Speaker, Fatima’s mission is to help people heal from childhood trauma, heartbreak, abuse, and horrible decision-making using her "Baby Step" approach.
Today, Fatima is going to share with us the power of vulnerability and how it can make us stronger parents.
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- Dr. Cam’s 10 Secrets to Raising Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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In this episode…If your teen is struggling in school or unmotivated to even try, this episode is for you.
Today I’m talking with Dr. Norrine Russell (@drnorrinerussell) the founder of Russell Coaching. Dr. Russell’s passion for providing support to frustrated students and weary parents is fueled by her own experience of raising two neurologically atypical children with diagnosis of autism, mood disorders, ADHD, giftedness, and learning differences. Dr. Russell knows firsthand the exhaustion parents face as they seek solutions for their out-of-the-box children.
In today’s episode Dr. Russell is going to give us some tips on how to best support and encourage our teens.
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- Listeners who mention this facebook live segment will receive 20% off the first three months of student coaching with Dr. Russell.
- Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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If your teen’s video game obsession is driving you mad, this episode is for you!
Today I’m talking with Michael Chang, CEO and Founder @VGCDAcademy and author of the international best-selling book "Video Games Demystified: The Trifecta of Creators, Athletes, and Ecosystem in a Thriving Industry."
As a former marketing leader at Electronic Arts and RockYou, Michael has managed video games generating over $250 million. His company, VGCD Academy, teaches young people the science and business of video games.
Michael is going to teach us how to leverage the love of gaming to inspire teens to become leaders, entrepreneurs, scientists, mathematicians, artists, and more.
FREE STUFF!
- The first 25 parents who visit Michael’s website (https://www.vgcd.academy/contact-us/) will get a FREE PDF version of his book.
- Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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If your teen is struggling to cope and you’re struggling to help them, this episode is for you.
Today I’m talking to Johnny Crowder (@johnnyxcrowder), Founder & CEO of Cope Notes, about how to combat compassion fatigue and connect with your teen more deeply.
Johnny is a 28-year-old suicide/abuse survivor, TEDx speaker, touring musician, and founder of Cope Notes, a text-based mental health platform that provides daily support to users in nearly 100 countries around the world. Armed with 10 years of clinical treatment, a psychology degree from UCF, and a decade of peer support and public advocacy through NAMI, Johnny’s firsthand experience with mental illness equips him to provide insight into the pains of hardship with authenticity and wit.
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• Use coupon code TEEN10 for 10% off any Cope Notes gift subscription for your teen • Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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If you find parenting more frustrating than fun, this episode is for you.
Today I’m talking with Joey Mascio, Teen Life Coach at Firmly Founded (@joey.firmlyfoundedcoaching) about how to improve your relationship with your teen without changing them and how find more joy together.
Joey is a certified life coach who helps teens and young adults stop letting stress, procrastination, and self-doubt suck all the fun out of being successful. He is a former middle school teacher who spent four years in the on campus suspension room where he started coaching teens. He also has professional training in performance, improv, and comedy.
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- 30-day free trial of the Firmly Founded Teen, a coaching membership designed just for teens @ www.firmlyfounded.com/teen
- Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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If you’re struggling to connect with your teen, you’ll want to listen to this episode. Today Raquel and I are talking about the three keys to connecting with your teen: communication, compassion, and listening.
Raquel is the Founder of RAQVISION, Creator of Raq The Boat Show, Personal Brand Strategist, Mental Health Advocate and Youth Advocate.
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- Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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Today I’m talking with Norman W. Holden, the Author of Do Better! How One Father Gained Wisdom from Texting His Teen Daughter. Norm is not a therapist, licensed professional or counselor. He describes himself as a down-to earth everyday man, husband, and father of two, who has earned his hard-knocks degree in parenting.
Norm and I are talking about:
- How to use texting to connect with your teen.
- How dads can strengthen their relationship with their daughters.
- How to help teens navigate technology safely.
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- From Dr. Cam: Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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Today I’m talking with Joy Marchese (@positivedisciplineUK), a global educational consultant, author, keynote speaker, parent coach, and emotional architect.
For 25 years Joy has worked with thousands of children, parents, teachers, and professionals to help foster a happy and flourishing environment in the home, in schools, and in the workplace. Joy is the Founder of Positive Discipline UK and co-author of Positive Discipline for Today’s Busy (& Overwhelmed) Parent. She runs a successful global educational consultancy and coaching practice and develops SEL courses and products to teach social-emotional skills in homes, schools, and multiple organizations throughout the world.
Joy and I are talking about:
- How to talk so your teens will listen
- The importance of Connection BEFORE Correction
- How to be kind AND firm at the same time
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- From Joy: How not to lose your SH*T with your kids https://www.joymarchese.com/get-the-guide
- From Dr. Cam: Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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Today I’m talking with bestselling author and executive coach Dr. Lois Frankel.
The name Dr. Lois Frankel has become practically synonymous with empowering women in the workplace. She is the author of the bestselling business bible for women, Nice Girls Don't Get the Corner Office, and other books in the "nice girls" series. Lois is a pioneer in the field of executive coaching and a sought-after international keynote speaker. She has now turned toward helping parents to raise self-confident daughters and is working on a book on the topic.
An avid photographer, Lois sells her work at her website www.loisfrankelphotography.com and gives the proceeds to a nonprofit she started that helps working women who live at the poverty level when they encounter medical challenges.
Dr. Frankel and I are talking about:
- The key challenges facing parents raising girls today.
- Best practices for addressing those challenges.
- How to be a better role model for your daughter.
Today I’m talking with parent coach Patricia Wilkinson (@authorpatriciawilkinson)
Patricia is a mom of two kids who had "challenges" they now use as strengths in successful relationships and careers. Founder of Brain Stages Parenting, coauthor of Brain Stages: How to Raise Smart, Confident Kids and Have Fun Doing It, veteran teacher, and science nerd, Trish shares kid-tested, research-supported tips to raise successful humans in our complicated world.
Patricia and I are talking about how to problem solve WITH your teen to get buy in when an issue needs to be addressed.
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- Free mini course: Enjoy Your Kids Through Problem Solving (use with coupon code: 2021BESTYEARYET)
- Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Tips for Parenting Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips
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Today I’m talking with Dr. Tamara Soles, Child Psychologist and Parent Coach.
Dr. Tamara is a psychologist, parent coach, and founder of The Secure Child Center for Families and Children She’s also the mom of twins who present everyday opportunities to live what she’s practiced with families for over 15 years- that harnessing the power of connection helps children thrive! Dr. Tamara is the creator of the online parenting course, No More Power Struggles which opens its doors again soon. Currently, you can hear Dr. Tamara on her podcast- This Hour has 50 minutes.
Dr. Tamara and I are talking about…
- Why punishment/reward system doesn’t work and what to do instead
- How to encourage problem-solving and allowing the space for mistakes
- The importance of living by a set of defined values
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- 5 Hacks to Reset your Kid's Nervous System: https://drtamarasoles.com/hacks
- 7 Secrets to Motivating Teens: www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens
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In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with intuitive life coach Murielle Fellous.
Murielle was raised in France and now resides in Las Vegas where she raised three kids as a single mom. For years she coached people on relationships but bouncing back from depression when her kids became teenagers and started acting out was so painful that she redirected her focus. She is now helping single moms with teens to overcome their challenges and prevent the spiraling down into negative emotions, anxiety and/or depression.
Murielle and Dr. Cam talk about:
- How single moms can parent with more ease and less anxiety
- Regulating emotions with tapping
- How to lean into our power as a single mom
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- EFT Anchoring Points: https://www.coparentingwiththeuniverse.com/eft.html
- 7 Secrets to Motivating Teens at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens
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Today I’m talking with Todd Nesloney (@toddnesloney), award-winning teacher, principal, and author of numerous books including Kids Deserve It!, Stories From Webb, Sparks in the Dark, and his newest book When Kids Lead.
Todd is the Director of Culture and Strategic Leadership for the Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (TEPSA). He hosts the podcast #TellYourStory and has created two online courses about building Campus & Classroom Culture. Todd has been working his entire career to help grow students into leaders and world-changers.
Todd and I are talking about:
- How parents can nurture their teen’s leadership skills
- What teens need most from us to succeed
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- Grab my free guide “7 Secrets to Motivating Teens” at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens
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Today I’m talking with THE MOST Freaking amazing life coach for parents of teens Ben Pugh. He told me to say that, but I agree he’s pretty awesome.
Ben is a former teenage knucklehead who accidentally lit his school bus on fire. All the adults in his life told him he ruined his life. He went on to become a teacher, turn around high school principal for 5 years, a foster parent for 10 years, and is now changing the lives of parents and teens all over as the go-to life coach for parents of teens.
Ben and I are talking about:
- The role of shame and fear in parenting and how to overcome it.
- The magic of leading by example and how to do it.
FREE STUFF!
- Grab my free guide “7 Secrets to Motivating Teens” at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens
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In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Dr. Ian Chen (@chenmedimo), an adolescent medicine expert and researcher.
Dr. Chen’s research combines psychology, medicine, neuroscience and mathematical modelling together in order to understand the development of the adolescent brain and to help young people become more resilient. He continues to research brain maturation using EEG and brain imaging techniques as part of the research and development at the new mental health institution that he is heading, Chen Medimo Corp.
Dr. Chen and Dr. Cam talk about:
- What brain imaging technologies show us about brain maturation
- The difference between mental health and mental performance
- The impact of technology on the developing brain and its social ramifications.
- How to use this information to build resilience and detect warning signs.
FREE STUFF!
- Dr. Chen is offering a promotion to listeners on his website www.chenmedimo.org. Use promo code: CMCDRCAM
Grab my free guide “7 Secrets to Motivating Teens” at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens
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In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Jesse Giunta Rafeh, international best-selling author of Life Launch: A Roadmap to an Extraordinary Adulthood.
Jesse is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and certified success coach. She opened her private practice 15 years ago at age 26 working primarily young adults. Giunta is also a TEDx speaker. Her book, Life Launch, is a 360-degree guide to transitioning successfully into adulthood. It includes profound yet practical strategies for coping with anxiety and depression, creating an ideal career, and sustaining healthy relationships.
Jesse and Dr. Cam about:
- How to be strategic about the timing of conversations.
- How to speak logically and succinctly.
- How to make it a negotiation not an ultimatum.
FREE STUFF!
- Jesse Giunta Rafeh will offer free copies of her book Life Launch to the first 10 people who visit her website - https://www.jesse-giunta-rafeh.com/contact
Grab my free guide “7 Secrets to Motivating Teens” at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens
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Today I’m talking with Susan Borison, the founder and editor of Your Teen Media (@YourTeen)
Susan went to law school to prepare herself for negotiating with five teenagers. In the process, she needed to bolster her skills, so she founded Your Teen Media. In the past 14 years, YTM has helped countless parents also searching for the tools and advice to be the best parent they can be.
Susan and I are talking about:
- How to find joy with your teenagers
- How to develop more compassion for yourself
- How to learn what's worth the fight and what's worth turning a blind eye
FREE STUFF!
- Grab my free guide “7 Secrets to Motivating Teens” at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens
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Today I’m talking with author and leader in school reform, Dr. Megan Sweet (@Your3Eyes).
Dr. Sweet has almost 30 years of experience as a classroom teacher and school administer and for the past 15 years has been a leader in system-wide school reform. Her book is “An Education Guide for Using Your 3 Eyes.” Dr. Sweet is also the cohost of the education-based podcast The Awakening Educator, which covers topics such as equity, trauma-informed approaches to instruction, school lunch programs, and more.
Dr. Sweet and I are talking about:
- How to address our worry about academics and grades
- How to help our teens process the constant changes
- How to help our teens thrive in the changing school environment
FREE STUFF!
- Grab my free guide “7 Secrets to Motivating Teens” at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens
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In this epsidode, Dr. Cam talks with Parenting Life Coach Deborah Ann Davis (@mommeetupforconfidentgirls)
Deborah is also an author, certified personal trainer, teacher, and mother. Her job is to help you recognize what you’re doing right as a parent, and then add supplemental strategies. Here books, “How To Keep Your Daughter From Slamming the Door” and “How To Get Your Happy On,” are available everywhere.
Deborah and Dr. Cam talk about:
- How the teenage brain differs from an adult brain.
- Why your teenage kids make the bad choices they do, and why we made bad choices when we were their age.
- How to deal with The Inevitables and The Non-Negotiables when parenting a teenage brain.
FREE STUFF!
- Get a free digital copy of “How To Get Your Happy On” at www.DeborahAnnDavis.com
- Grab my free guide “7 Secrets to Motivating Teens” at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens
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In this epsidoe, Dr. Cam talks with Wendy Weinberger, President & Co-founder of Illuminos Academic Coaching & Tutoring (@IlluminosCoaching)
Illuminos is a passion project born from Wendy’s experiences growing up with numerous family members with ADHD. When a child close to her received the same diagnosis, she not only worked hard to help him overcome the many challenges but decided to bring her cousin Evan’s academic coaching business to the DC area to help students in her community with similar struggles.
Wendy and Dr. Cam talk about:
- How to help our teens prepare for the school year
- What executive functioning skills teens need to succeed
- How to help them establish healthy habits with minimal power struggles.
FREE STUFF!
- Grab my free guide “7 Secrets to Motivating Teens” at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens.
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Today I’m talking with Jake Rubin, Co-Founder of MamaZen
Jake Y. Rubin, M.A, is a Board-Certified Hypnotherapist, a former university professor of psychology, and a recognized expert in hypnosis and hypnotherapy with degrees in Psychology from UCLA and the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University. He is also the co-founder of the #1 Mindful Parenting app, MamaZen which he created to empower moms all over the world to be CALMER, HAPPIER & HEALTHIER and raise happier kids!
Jake and I are talking about:
- The importance of staying mindful and calm as a parent.
- How to use hypnotherapy to stay mindful and calm.
- How to use hypnotherapy to calm our teens.
FREE STUFF!
- 30 days of free access to the MamaZen app (@mamazenapp).
- Grab my free guide “7 Secrets to Motivating Teens” at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens.
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Today I’m talking with Personal Transformation Coach and author of the “Calling All Heroes” series, Christian de la Huerta. With 30 years of experience, Christian is a sought-after spiritual teacher and leading voice in the breathwork community. He has traveled the world offering inspiring and transformational retreats combining psychological and spiritual teachings with lasting and life-changing effects. An award-winning, critically acclaimed author, he has spoken at numerous universities and conferences and on the TEDx stage. His new book, Awakening the Soul of Power, was described by multiple Grammy Award–winner Gloria Estefan as “a balm for the soul of anyone searching for truth and answers to life’s difficult questions.”
Christian and I are talking about:
- The difference between egoic power (control) and soulful power (guidance).
- How we can use our power to connect with our teens and avoid power struggles.
- How to use our power to communicate more effectively with our teens
FREE STUFF!
- Get a free guided meditation, power practices, and a chapter from Christian’s book at https://soulfulpower.com/.
- Grab my free guide “7 Secrets to Motivating Teens” at askdrcam.com/motivateteens.
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In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Men’s Coach, David Maxwell
David coaches men on how to live a life with purpose and passion using his 4 A proprietary process. He’s spent the last 25 years helping young men and teenagers feel confident in who they are and the decisions they make. He has been speaking in front of small and large audiences for over 30 years and hosts “The Confident Man Podcast” on all major podcast platforms. He’s also a dad of two.
David and Dr. Cam talk about:
- How to actively show up as a dad.
- How to apply our leadership skills to parenting.
- How to turn listening into a full-contact sport.
David is offering a replay of his free webinar to the dads of my audience at www.theconfidentdad.me
In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Jason Reid, Founder of Chooselife.org
Jason is a serial Entrepreneur whose companies employ over 2500 people nationwide. He is also a partner at CEO Coaching International where he coaches 15 CEO's across the world. In March 2018, Jason's world changed forever when his youngest son Ryan took his own life. Jason is the Founder of Chooselife.org an organization focused on ending Teen Suicide by helping parents "Own their children's mental health."
Jason and Dr. Cam talk about:
- What parents need to know about teen depression, anxiety, and suicide.
- What signs parents should look for.
- How parents can own their teen’s mental health.
Tell My Story Film - http://www.tellmystoryfilm.com/ Choose Life non-profit - https://www.chooselife.org/ If you want to find more mental health help, I created a printable list of 30 hotlines and resources for families with teenagers. You can download it at https://www.askdrcam.com/free-resources.
In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Career Strategist Tamara S. Raymond.
Tamara (@TamaraSRaymond) is Founder and President of Innovative Management Consulting, Inc, which specializes in professional, career and leadership development, including guidance for teens in determining their career paths. She authored the award-winning book Careering: The Pocket Guide to Exploring Your Future Career. Her goal is to help teens step up and take charge of their future in an accountable and responsible way while still making it fun and engaging. She hopes to offer a sense of ease and purpose and build a positive perspective about their future career.
Tamara and Dr. Cam talk about:
- Why career exploration is important and how it can help motivation and perseverance.
- When kids should start careering.
- How parents can help their kids start careering in a way that encourages them rather than stresses them out.
If you want to learn more about how to help your teens succeed feel free to grab my Free Guide: 7 Secrets to Motivating Teens at askdrcam.com/motivateteens.
Tricia Robinson (@triciarobinsoncoaching) was once a successful director in corporate America. After 17 years of attempting to be a “have it all” mom with two young kids, her body and mind broke down. Tricia quit her job and spent over five years recovering from multiple injuries. Now, she’s a triathlete and a NYC marathon finisher with a dream of becoming an Ironman athlete. As a wellness coach, she helps stressed out businesswomen who are tired of running on empty to focus on self-care so that they gain back their energy, fit into their clothes, and feel empowered to fulfill their dreams.
In this episode Dr. Cam and Tricia talk about:
- How a simple walk can help solve complex problems
- The power of taking little steps to accomplish big things
- The benefits of nature on our body, mind, and relationship with our teen
Check out Tricia’s breathing technique to help you calm down. It's great in a high stress situation or when you want to get to sleep: https://youtu.be/SlV1D1SYhXA
If you want to learn even more about how to strengthen your relationship with your teen, join me for my FREE 4-day Connect with Your Teen challenge July 12-15. You can sign up at https://drcam.ck.page/connectionchallenge.
Finally, if you enjoyed this episode and all the amazing nuggets that Tricia shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. I encourage you to share it with a friend as well.
In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with special education teacher Laura Orlando.
Laura, who is also a mom, started her business Gracious Adventures to give moms creative ways to connect with their tween and teen daughters as well as tools and strategies to help build up their confidence.
Laura and Dr. Cam discuss:
- Creative ways to connect with your teen.
- Her game-changing idea to deepen your relationship.
- Tips for building up your teen’s confidence.
You can download Laura’s free PDF “10 ways to boost your daughter's confidence TODAY” at https://wp.me/a6uQfS-1xN.
If you want to learn even more about how to set your teen up for success both at school and in life, feel free to download my gift to you: 7 Secrets to Motivating Teens at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens
Finally, if you enjoyed this episode and all the amazing nuggets that Laura shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. I encourage you to share it with a friend as well.
In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with counselor Desiree Panililio (@encouragingteens).
Desiree’s passion is working with hesitant teens who are seeking and struggling with framing who they are and defining a clear vision of their future. She helps them take action and move forward with purpose. Desiree believes communication is the key to any relationship and that we can all use support as we navigate the teenage years.
Desiree and Dr. Cam discuss:
- The impact overscheduling has on our teens and what to do about it.
- The importance of down time for you and your teen.
- How to connect with your teen even if they don’t seem to want to connect with you.
Read Desiree’s article at https://www.encouragingteens.com/post/teenagers-and-parents-need-to-unplug
If you want to learn even more about how to set your teen up for success both at school and in life, feel free to download my gift to you: 7 Secrets to Motivating Teens at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens
Finally, if you enjoyed this episode and all the amazing nuggets that Desiree shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. I encourage you to share it with a friend as well.
In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Emily Maze (instagram.com/emilymaze.motherhood) a Respectful parenting coach. Emily helps moms break the cycles of anger and overwhelm, establish routines, and get their kids to listen... without yelling. She developed the Aligned Motherhood Method to help moms provide holistic support in ALL the aspects of motherhood so that they can be the parent they want to be, heal from their pasts, find balance, and finally experience joy and ease in motherhood.
In this episode Emily and Dr. Cam talk about
- What it means to be a respectful parent
- What you can do today to stop the cycle of yelling and fighting
- How to deepen your connection with your teen
If you want to learn even more about how to set your teen up for success both at school and in life, feel free to download my gift to you: 7 Secrets to Motivating Teens at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens
Finally, if you enjoyed this episode and all the amazing nuggets that Emily shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. I encourage you to share it with a friend as well.
In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Advanced Certified Life Coach Diana Swillinger
Diana helps women who have tried to do the right thing all their lives-be a good friend, a good mom, a good wife, go to church, volunteer, recycle-but they still feel stuck and miserable. She helps women stop sabotaging themselves from experiencing the joy, love, and contentment that they want so very much by managing their minds. In this episode Dr. Cam and Diana talk about:
- How to chill out and parent from a place of acceptance.
- The difference between being chill and complacent.
- How our own emotions and expectations impact how we show up for our teens.
Diana is offering the free video course “How to Stop Worrying.” Sign up at: https://mailchi.mp/dianaswillinger.com/stop-worrying_video-course/
If you want to learn even more about how to set your teen up for success both at school and in life, feel free to download my free gift to you: 7 Secrets to Motivating Teens at www.askdrcam.com/motivateteens
Finally, if you enjoyed this episode and all the amazing nuggets that Diana shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. I encourage you to share it with a friend as well.
In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with teen musician, Wim Tapley.
At the age of 18, Wim is one of the most ambitious artists in the D.C. area. After growing up as a musician and songwriter, he honed his craft by playing live at all of the bars, restaurants, and small venues in his hometown of South Riding, VA, leading worship at his church, and producing his own music.
Wim and Dr. Cam talk about:
- How to find your passion as a teen
- Following your dream against the odds
- The benefit of supporting our teen’s dreams
- How parents can support their teen’s dreams (even if they scare them!)
Learn more about Wim and listen to his music at https://www.wimtapley.com.
Our teens LOVE their devices, but to us parents, they open up a scary world of bullies, creeps, and social distortion. How do we keep our kids safe AND allow them to explore and connect online?
In today's episode, Dr. Cam talks with Online Safety Educator Fareedah Shaheed. Fareedah is the CEO and Founder of Sekuva, where she helps parents and caretakers protect their kids online. She has taught thousands of people online security & safety, has hosted lunch and learns, and has delivered keynotes on the subject. She is a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and is currently serving on the Forbes board for the Under 30 community. She has been named Cybersecurity Personality of the Year 2020. And her work has been featured in Cisco, NASA, FOX 25, FOX 46, FOX Carolina, The Grio, Yahoo!, AfroTech, TripWire, Infosecurity Magazine,
Fareedah has a free guide on safer games for kids. If you’d like a copy go to https://my.community.com/fareedah and text the phrase: safe games.
If you want to learn more from experts like Fareedah, join me Tuesday afternoons for the Parenting Teens Power Hour. It’s free! You can register at www.askdrcam.com/powerhour.
Also, if you enjoyed this episode and all the amazing nuggets that Fareedah shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show.
As always, thank you for your support!
In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with parenting expert and relationship coach, Aly Pain (@AlyPainStraightTalkFierceLove).
Growing up, Aly was the smart, fun girl on the outside and a frantic, anxious mess on the inside. She spent years healing the pain of dysfunctional family relationships, including eating disorders and a suicide attempt, to break the cycle raising her own teen boys. Her passion is empowering parents to build healthy, respectful relationships with their teens without giving up or giving in, even if they've tried everything and are at their wits end.
Aly and Dr. Cam get real about:
- Common mistakes parents make with their teens.
- Your teen’s biggest fear and what’s really stressing them out.
- How to course correct if you’re at your wit’s end."
In this episode, Dr Cam talks with pediatrician turned life coach, Dr. Lulu (@Askdoctorlulu).
Dr. Lulu, who is also a mom, specializes in coaching parents of LGBTQ Kids. She helps them learn to accept, protect, nurture, and support their LGBTQ children so they can flourish and thrive without limitations or judgment.
Dr. Lulu and Dr. Cam talk about:
- When children start to identify their sexual orientation and gender identity.
- How parents can support their teens as they explore their sexual orientation and gender identity.
- What parents can do to ensure their LGBTQ children thrive.
Today on Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam I’m joined by Cathy Murphy.
Cathy is a Productivity & Healthy Living Coach. She helps caregivers create productive healthy living habits to achieve personal dreams, goals and aspirations while caring for loved ones.
We’ll be talking about how to help our teens set goals and build respect through our own actions.
If you enjoyed this episode and all the amazing nuggets that Cathy shared with us, please take a quick moment to comment, like, and share. This helps other parents like you find this show.
In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Juan de Dios Garcia (@Garciadancer). Juan de Dios is a ballroom dance champion, entrepreneur, and couple’s coach.
In order to show up as the parents our children need us to be we must make sure our relationship as a couple is healthy and that we’re parenting as a team. Only when we’re on the same page, focusing on the same values and priorities can provide consistent, clear guidance to our teens. Juan de Dios is going to provide some tips on how to do that.
Dr. Cam and Juan de Dios discuss:
- The three relationships everybody has.
- What to do if you feel like you’re parenting in opposition with your spouse
- How couples can feel more connected and better support one another as parents.
Juan de Dios is offering a Couples Love Challenge from May 24-29. Learn more at www.coupleslovechallenge.com
If you want to learn even more about how to connect with your teen and calm the drama, be sure to join me for the Parenting Teens Power Hour. I have an incredible lineup of experts ready to share their best tips and secrets—and it’s free. You can register at https://www.askdrcam.com/powerhour.
If you enjoyed this episode and all the impactful tips that Brenna shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. Feel free to share the love with a friend as well. Have a peaceful, positive, CALM day.
In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Brenna Stull (@coachmombook) the Brand Ambassador for "Coach Mom" Brenna is a renowned speaker, mentor, pastor’s wife and mother of seven children. She has been mentoring women for 25 years and has spoken to hundreds of Mom’s organizations on the local level as well as the MOPS International Convention. She is the brand ambassador of “Coach Mom” which she launched in 2007 and does professional coaching to moms internationally in her Coach Mom Tribe membership group. Stull is the author of "Coach Mom: 7 Strategies for Organizing Your Family into an All-Star Team" an international best-seller in eight categories in five countries.
Dr. Cam and Brenna discuss:
- The most powerful way to connect with your teen
- How to prioritize what will help your teen thrive
- Tips for intentional public affirmations by the parent at key moments
Brenna is also offering free copies of her book to the first 5 audience members that request it. Go to https://www.brenna-stull.com/contact
If you want to learn even more about how to connect with your teen and calm the drama, be sure to join me for the Parenting Teens Power Hour. I have an incredible lineup of experts ready to share their best tips and secrets—and it’s free. You can register at https://www.askdrcam.com/powerhour.
If you enjoyed this episode and all the impactful tips that Brenna shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. Feel free to share the love with a friend as well. Have a peaceful, positive, CALM day.
In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Deborah A Rosen and Lindsey Thoms the owners of The StudyPro.
StudyPro (www.TheStudyPro.com) is an executive function and study skills center in McLean, VA. They work with students to help them better manage the “process” of school. This means helping students become better planners, time managers, initiators, organizers, and completers of work. Most students aren’t taught these skills, yet they are so deeply needed to be successful at school and throughout their careers.
Dr. Cam talks with Debbie and Lindsey about:
- How parents can best support their teens with their schoolwork.
- The role executive functions (EF) play in student learning.
- What parents want to stop doing to avoid unnecessary stress.
If you want to learn even more about how to connect with your teen and calm the drama, be sure to join me for the Parenting Teens Power Hour. I have an incredible lineup of experts ready to share their best tips and secrets—and it’s free. You can register at https://www.askdrcam.com/powerhour.
If you enjoyed this episode and all the impactful tips that Debbie and Lindsey shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. Feel free to share the love with a friend as well.
Have a peaceful, positive, CALM day.
In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Giselle Mascarenhas (@theinstaprofessor) a branding coach, mom, and soon to be grandma!
Giselle, also known as the branding professor, has been on a mission to empower women since 2009. Her superpower is helping those of us unsure about social media find out footing and learn how to extract our magic to create a purpose-driven brand and share in a way that our core clients can feel relief knowing we exist. She is personally responsible for encouraging me to do this show!!! Her unique perspective and talents have been featured in Yahoo.Finance, Thrive Global, and Buzzfeed. Giselle teaches on a global scale, including the women’s organization Femcity and has courses, programs, and tips at https://library.boldinstatute.com.
Dr. Cam and Giselle discuss:
- The power of listening without offering a teaching moment.
- The power of including your teens in important decisions.
- The importance of validating what your teens are feeling to build trust and empowering them to be free to express themselves.
Connect with Giselle Mascarenhas
Website | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
If you want to learn even more about how to connect with your teen and calm the drama, be sure to join me for the Parenting Teens Power Hour. I have an incredible lineup of experts ready to share their best tips and secrets—and it’s free. You can register at https://www.askdrcam.com/powerhour.
If you enjoyed this episode and all the impactful tips that Giselle shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. Feel free to share the love with a friend as well.
In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Aaron Wandtke, the Founder and President of Executive Staffing Solutions (ESS).
Aaron also started Purpose and Wisdom Coaches, which is focused on entrepreneurs and leaders who want to impact their companies, teams, families, and communities.
Most importantly, as a father of four daughters, Aaron wants to help us inspire our own daughters to be leaders and make their lives more purposeful.
Dr. Cam and Aaron discuss:
- How addressing our limiting beliefs impacts our parenting skills.
- How to define our role as a parent.
- The importance of adjusting our parenting style for each child.
Connect with Aaron Wandtke
Website | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn
Connect with Dr. Cam at www.AskDrCam.com/contact.
If you want to learn even more about how to connect with your teen and calm the drama, be sure to join me for the Parenting Teens Power Hour. I have an incredible lineup of experts lined up to share their best tips and secrets—and it’s free. You can register here.
If you enjoyed this episode and all the impactful tips that Aaron shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. Feel free to share the love with a friend as well.
In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Scott Jennens from Resilient Youth Australia.
Scott has taught for over 30 years, primarily with students experiencing social, emotional, and behavioral problems. For the past 3 years, Scott has been the Partnerships Manager for Resilient Youth Australia.
Resilient Youth Australia has conducted wellbeing surveys in schools and captured the responses of nearly 400,000 young people. Scott believes that being Connected, Protected and Respected is the key to developing resilience in young people.
Dr. Cam and Scott discuss:
- How to help our teens become more resilient.
- How to best support a teen struggling in school.
- Why it’s important teens feel Connected, Protected, and Respected.
Scott is offering a free 69-page eBook '101 Resilience Building Ideas, packed with practical tips to help improve resilience at school and home.
If you want to learn even more about how to connect with your teen and calm the drama, be sure to join me for the Parenting Teens Power Hour. I have an incredible lineup of experts lined up to share their best tips and secrets—and it’s free. You can register at https://www.askdrcam.com/powerhour.
If you enjoyed this episode and all the impactful tips that Scott shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. Feel free to share the love with a friend as well.
In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Ross Szabo, Wellness Director at Geffen Academy at UCLA/CEO and CEO of the Human Power Project.
As an award-winning pioneer of the youth mental health movement, Ross is actively changing the way communities learn about mental health. During his 8 years as Director of Outreach at the National Mental Health Awareness Campaign, he helped create the first youth mental health speakers’ bureau in the country and personally spoke to over one million people. He’s also the author of Behind Happy Faces; Taking Charge of Your Mental Health and A Kid’s Book About Anxiety.
Ross and Dr. Cam discuss:
- How to talk about mental health with our teens
- How to normalize the concept of mental health with our teens
- The importance of knowing and sharing our family’s mental health history
- How to discern between depressed vs sad and anxious vs nervous.
- What to do if we’re concerned about our teen’s mental health.
Connect with Ross Szabo
Website | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter | YouTube
Connect with Dr. Cam at www.AskDrCam.com
If you want to learn even more about how to connect with your teen and calm the drama, be sure to join me for the Parenting Teens Power Hour. I have an incredible group of experts lined up to share their best tips and secrets—and it’s free. You can register at https://www.askdrcam.com/powerhour.
If you enjoyed this episode and all the impactful tips that Ross shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. Feel free to share the love with a friend as well.
In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Amy Harman, Therapist, Eating Disorder Specialist, and author of Perfectly Imperfect: Compassionate Strategies to Cultivate a Positive Body Image.
Amy has been working as a therapist for over 15 years and has a specialty treating women and girls with eating disorders. She loves working with teens and their parents to help them navigate eating disorder recovery and frequently speaks on the topic of body image.
Dr. Cam and Amy cover:
- Signs that our teen may have an eating disorder.
- What to do if we’re concerned with our teen’s weight or body image.
- How to help our teens develop a positive body image and healthy relationship with food.
Amy is offering a free body image meditation to listeners.
Connect with Amy Harman
Website | Facebook
Connect with Dr. Cam at www.AskDrCam.com
Want to learn even more about how to connect with your teen and calm the drama? Be sure to join me for the Parenting Teens Power Hour. I have an incredible group of experts lined up to share their best tips and secrets—and it’s free. You can register at https://www.askdrcam.com/powerhour.
If you enjoyed this episode and all the impactful tips that Amy shared with us, please take a quick moment to rate and review. This helps other parents like you find this show. Feel free to share the love with a friend as well.
In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Dr. Jordan Shapiro, author, educator, researcher, and father of 4.
Jordon is the author of the best-selling, critically acclaimed book The New Childhood and has a Tedx talk: Parenting for the Future - The New Childhood. He teaches in Temple University’s Intellectual Heritage Program, is a senior fellow for the Joan Ganz Cooney Center at Sesame Workshop, and nonresident fellow in the Center for Universal Education at the Brookings Institution.
Today we're digging into his upcoming book, Father Figure: How to be a Feminist Dad, which offers a norm-shattering perspective on fatherhood, family, and gender essentialism. We discuss how important it is for parents to interrogate the family norms we take for granted--particularly around screens and gender. Jordan explains how we must recognize that our unconscious (and sometimes conscious) commitment to outdated narratives is betraying our own best intentions.
Connect with Jordan Shapiro
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Connect with Dr. Cam at www.AskDrCam.com.
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In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Megan Suggitt, youth worker and founder of Beautiful Minds.
Megan’s passion for starting Beautiful Minds was through her own personal experiences navigating the educational system with a Non-Verbal Learning Disability and feeling a sense of “‘otherness’.
Beautiful Minds empowers youth to “see their ability” and move beyond the label. She wants to guide others out of their own darkness and illuminate a pathway of change.
Dr. Cam and Megan talk about our common misconceptions about learning disabilities and how to bring out the best in a child with a non-verbal learning disability.
If you're ready to supercharge your parenting even more, join me on Tuesday nights for my FREE webinar series: The Parenting Teens Power Hour. Every session I invite an expert like Megan to join me and deep dive into the issues that matter most to parents like you. Register for free HERE.
Connect with Megan Suggitt
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Connect with Dr. Cam at www.AskDrCam.com
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In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Richard Capriola, the author of “The Addicted Child: A Parent's Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse.”
Richard was an adult and adolescent addictions counselor for over two decades. He recently retired from Menninger Clinic in Houston Texas and is now providing parents a roadmap on adolescent substance abuse through his award-winning book and its companion workbook.
Richard and Dr. Cam talk about:
- Why some teenagers turn to drugs
- What parents can do to prevent drug use
- What warning signs to look out for.
- What to do if we suspect or know our teens are using drugs
If you're ready to supercharge your parenting, join me Tuesdays evenings for my FREE webinar series Parenting Teens Power Hour. Every session I talk with experts like Richard to dig deep into the issues that matter most to parents like you. Click here to register for free.
Connect with Richard Capriola
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Connect with Dr. Cam at www.AskDrCam.com
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In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with COLLEGE ADMISSIONS EXPERT and author of the international best-seller College Admissions Secrets, Dr. Gena Lester. She developed “U-Niquely-U,” a system which helps teens discover themselves and find the perfect fit and best match in the college selection process.
Dr. Lester is also a mom, who helped her three children secure college scholarship offers totaling over $1.5 million combined.
Dr. Lester and Dr. Cam talk about:
1) What changes in college admission COVID ushered in.
2) How to navigate these changes and standout in the process when activities were canceled.
3) What your teen can do to this semester to impact their college application.
If you have a teen considering college, you're not going to want to miss this.
Dr. Lester is also going to be my guest on the Parenting Teens Power Hour. If you haven't registered to be part of this FREE webinar series for parents, you can sign up here.
Connect with Dr. Gena Lester
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Connect with Dr. Cam at www.AskDrCam.com
In today's episode, Dr. Cam talks with Special Needs Family Strategist Annie Treml.
Having grown up the eldest sibling to a person with disabilities, Annie, a former school psychologist, now helps parents navigate the complex sibling dynamic between typically-developing children and children with disabilities.
Her shame-free no-nonsense approach ensures both feel equally loved and valued, while making sure everyone’s needs get met.
Annie and Dr. Cam discuss how typically-developing teens in special needs families may appear fine, but often are highly conflicted internally and struggle with self-identity, self-advocacy, and connection.
Annie teaches us how to spot the hidden signals that your typically-developing child needs support & resources.
Connect with Annie Treml
Website | Facebook | LinkedIn | Facebook Group
Connect with Dr. Cam at www.askdrcam.com
Want more tips and strategies for parenting teens? Be sure to join Dr. Cam for the Parenting Teens Power Hour. Register for FREE at https://www.askdrcam.com/powerhour.
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In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Restoration coach, Tricia Cooper.
Tricia helps people rediscover and restore a life of worth, adventure, and purpose through mental discipline, emotional awareness, spiritual balance, and loving relationships.
Tricia is also the mom of 7 (5 of her own and 2 bonus).
Tricia and Dr. Cam talk about how to help our teens find and appreciate their unique talents, gifts, and purpose.
Connect with Tricia Cooper:
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In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Rebecca Marcus, LCSW, a trauma-informed, integrative psychotherapist in the NYC area.
Rebecca specializes in anxiety and relationships. She helps young adults, teens, and tweens to develop self-awareness and build effective coping skills to break free from anxiety and stress while accessing one’s own inner resilience, strength, and wisdom.
In this episode, Rebecca and Dr. Cam cover:
- How to identify and recognize signs of anxiety in yourself and your teen.
- Tips to regulate your nervous the system to better manage anxiety.
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In this episode, Dr. Cam invites her teen daughter, Lexy, to join her to talk about how homeschooling is going so far.
They started this new journey just 3 weeks ago after a lot of hard discussions, tears, and soul searching.
Lexy, a high school freshman, speaks openly and honestly about why she wanted to leave the public school system and how she feels about homeschooling (and having her mom in charge of her education).
If you and your teens are contemplating homeschooling or struggling with public school, you won't want to miss this episode.
Connect with Dr. Cam (and Lexy) at www.askdrcam.com
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In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Caleb Kidd Coy, a legacy consultant who loves helping others become epic legacy heroes to their family's and loved ones.
As a husband, father, entrepreneur & mentor, he finds great joy in serving others. He encourages people to think independently, grow exponentially, transform internally & to succeed while overcoming adversity in all aspects of life.
During this interview, Caleb shares his own personal journey growing up as a teen with strict parents, his near death experience due to a drug overdose, and his current challenges raising teens of his own. Caleb wants to offer a message of hope and let parents know that sometimes letting go can be the hardest part when it comes to teenagers. What is crucial is that we remain a consistent presence of love, affirmation, support and encouragement, even when we cannot physically be there for them.
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Caleb is also offering listeners a FREE Health Care Document set ($300 value).
Contact Dr. Cam at www.AskDrCam.com
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In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Sheila Doerfler (@SheilaDoerfler), founder of Luminescent Being about PSYCH-K® and how it can help our mindset as a parent.
Sheila has over 30 years of healing experience in a variety of modalities helping people heal trauma & rewrite subconscious programs to find more freedom & wholeness. An avid traveler, Sheila has moved overseas several times & currently lives near Melbourne, Australia with her family.
In this episode we talk about how our own behavior (aka modeling) impacts our teen’s beliefs and coping skills. If we model blame, anger, overwhelm & impatience, we pass those habitual behaviors onto them.
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In this episode, Dr. Cam talks to Jessica Scott (@jessscottcoaching), a relationship coach for Alpha Women about empowering our teen daughters.
As a former single mother, she realized much of her journey both in parenting in her own work and personal life was about growing herself up and learning to re-parent herself. She is passionate about giving women the tools that are lacking in society so women can truly thrive in being who they’re here to be.
Jessica and Dr. Cam talk about:
- How to help our children identify their needs, so they can grow into adults with boundaries.
- How to not just encourage our daughters to be strong, which can come at a cost later.
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In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Dr. Nanyamka Redmond, an applied developmental research scientist who specializes in positive youth development of adolescents.
Dr. Redmond's research and practice focus on the impact of supportive relationships on character development, performance, and wellbeing particularly in young athletes.
Dr. Redmond and Dr. Cam talk about
• The secret to being a supportive parent.
• Why being curious about your teen’s life is so important.
• How the desire to learn from them is just as important as (if not MORE important than) teaching them.
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In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Todd Avery (@SafeDrivingCoach), Delaware Valley's Favorite Driving Instructor.
Well recognized in the Philadelphia region as an obsessed car enthusiast and a highly personable and dedicated driving instructor, Todd is focused on ensuring a pleasant experience and promoting driver and passenger safety.
For the past 15 years, he has coached hundreds of drivers. In addition to teaching new drivers the "rules of the road," Todd is an experienced classroom and race track coach for performance drivers. Teaching and coaching all ages of drivers is Todd's passion.
Todd's philosophy is quite simple: “I want the safest, most responsible, most attentive drivers on the road." If you found Todd’s driving advice helpful, please like, comment, and share with friends and family that have new drivers in the home.
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In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Keisha Montfleury (@confidentkeisha), a confidence coach for girls.
With 16 years of successful experience and a strong commitment to serving disadvantaged youth and adults, Keisha has made it her life’s mission to plant the seeds of encouragement into our youth so they are equipped to make wise, sound decisions.
Keisha is so passionate about serving our youth that she started her own company called HandiWork LLC, whose purpose is to specifically designed to provide resources for our girls that supports them in having a HEALTHY CONFIDENCE so they will not give into negative behavior.
Dr. Cam and Keisha talk about
- 5 keys to a HEALTHY CONFIDENCE.
- How to care for the social emotional development of the WHOLE teen.
- Practical tools and tips to support your teen’s confidence.
Keisha has a free eBook you can download: Becoming Confident Tip & Tricks
If you enjoyed this episode and all the amazing nuggets that Keisha shared with us, please take a quick moment to follow, rate, and comment. Feel free spread the love and share it with a friend too!
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Don't forget to grab Dr. Cam's FREE guide: 7 Secrets to Motivating Teens
In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Heather Glenn, founder of Aligned Ambition and a self-proclaimed HR mom.
Heather spent much of her adult life struggling to choose and pursue a meaningful career. After finding clarity, an immense desire to share her knowledge and research grew into helping others by aligning their personality, interests, and values with meaningful careers.
Dr. Cam and Heather talk about:
- How we can help support our teen’s dreams by helping them uncover their strengths, aptitudes, values, and interests
- How to help our teens prepare for the future by giving them ownership of their learning and growth
- A career choice has to be owned by the person making the choice (aka our teen!)
Heather offers a free class for teens called “What Nobody Told Me About College”
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In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Lesa Forrest, a Certified Family and Life Coach who is passionate about helping others build relationships, marriages, and harmonized families.
Lesa is a devoted wife of 27 years, mother of six and a grandma of twelve. Over the last few years, she has used her incredible marital experience and life teachings to help blended families successfully restructure their lives by setting boundaries, establishing realistic expectations and improving their communication.
She founded First Step Family LLC, platform designed to help blended families rise above the societal stigmas and build awesome lives for themselves.
Lesa and Dr. Cam talk about:
- How to create more harmony in blended families
- How to engage our teens by asking them for their input and feelings.
- How to teach our teens to be thinkers and problem solvers.
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Download Dr. Cam's free guide: 7 Secrets to Motivating Teens
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In June of 2019, Judy Thureson experienced the tragic loss of her eighteen-year-old son, Jacob (aka Hella Sketchy) to an opioid overdose. In her #1 Bestselling book, Beautiful Tragedy, she chronicles her harrowing experience and introduces the GIVE Principle.
Through her growth and transformation coaching, Judy helps people navigate grief, loss, and uncertainty by applying mindfulness and meditation techniques.
In this episode Judy and Dr. Cam talk about:
- What grief is and how it shows up.
- How to navigate grief?
- How to help our teens through their own grief.
You can purchase a signed copy of her book here.
Connect with Judy:
Website | Facebook | Instagram If you want to learn even more about how to connect with your teen and calm the drama, be sure to join me on Tuesday evenings for the Parenting Teens Power Hour. I have a bunch of amazing experts lined up to share their best tips and secrets with you—and it’s free. You can register at AskDrCam.com/powerhour.
Also, if you enjoyed this episode and all the amazing nuggets that Leigh shared with us, please rate, review, and share with a friend!
In this episode Dr. Cam is joined by Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Leigh Schoener, who has always had a deep innate passion for natural health and wellness for the mind and body. She has blended this passion with her professional knowledge of psychology, early childhood education, holistic health practices and most importantly, her experience of being a mom for 18 years to two teenage daughters. Leigh works with families, teens and children to implement proactive and integrative approaches for those who have learning, social-emotional, behavioral and /or physical health challenges or simply desire better wellness for their family.
Leigh and Dr. Cam talk about
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Lifestyle and holistic methods that can help a teen who is suffering to manage emotional, learning, behavioral and physical health challenges.
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The importance of teaching our teens coping methods for stress as soon as possible.
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How the gut-brain connection impacts our overall mind and body health.
For all of Dr. Cam's Guests, Leigh is offering a Buy 6 Weekly Session Package, Get 1 Session Free! Anyone interested in setting up a complimentary Wellness Discovery Session can fill out this form. Sign up here.
Connect with Leigh Schoener
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If you want to learn even more about how to connect with your teen and calm the drama, be sure to join me on Tuesday evenings for the Parenting Teens Power Hour. I have a bunch of amazing experts lined up to share their best tips and secrets with you—and it’s free. You can register at AskDrCam.com/powerhour.
Also, if you enjoyed this episode and all the amazing nuggets that Leigh shared with us, please rate, review, and share with a friend!
In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by Kamladevi Sharma, an international speaker on work-life balance. . Sharma has been featured on several podcasts and magazines internationally and, she is passionate about growth mindset coaching for the working parent and teen.
As a certified professional life coach and a qualified business consultant, Sharma also helps entrepreneurs and people in management to eliminate burnout and achieve balance in their personal and professional lives.
In this episode we talk about:
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How parents can create who they want to be in the roles they play by guiding their subconscious behaviors and reactions.
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How relationships with our teens can improve by bringing peace to the ego and opening the channel of communication. This includes seeing our teen as an individual we are programming for young adulthood.
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How making balance a priority helps to bring fulfilment in both our personal and professional life.
Sharma is also offering a free Wheel of Life download to all listeners. Download here.
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In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by the founder of DreamWell Coaching, Vanita O'Neal.
We're talking about how to help our kids with feeling socially isolated and alone.
Vanita teaches parents and children how to manage problematic behavior. She has been studying human behavior as a licensed social worker and life coach. Her company, DreamWell, was birthed in 2011 out of a stressful time in her life when her plate was overflowing and she needed to make a change or risk her own mental health decline. She identified her biggest stressors and put to work everything she knew to improve her life and the lives of the parents and children she worked with. She also recognized that God was at the center of her transformation and wants to share it with other people.
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In this episode, Dr. Cam talks to Beth Swiger, founder of SHAPE Your Family, about how to cultivate more joy in our family--something we can never have enough of.
But let's be real...
Many of us fall into habits of taking each other for granted.
We can get so focused on the daily irritations that we forget why we even liked each other in the first place— especially when we’ve been quarantined together for MONTHS!
Beth provides solutions for getting past the irritation learn to appreciate and honor our loved ones again.
Want to learn more strategies for connecting with your teen? Join us Tuesday nights at 7PM for the PARENTING TEENS POWER HOUR.
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Wendy Kowallis has helped thousands of people, just like you find more meaning in their relationships, find relief from pain, and live a more fulfilled life.
Fun fact: Wendy is the 10th of 11 children!
In this episode Dr. Cam and Wendy discuss: 1. How your touch is more powerful than you realize, especially if that is your child's love language. 2. How you can make an impact on your children starting right now. 3. The fact that your kids WANT to connect with you, they just don't know how.
Connect with Wendy on Facebook | YouTube
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In this episode ShaRon Rea, a Certified Family Communication and Relationships Coach, shares a wealth of solutions to help address the challenges we face raising teens.
We also dig into navigating the complexities of co-parenting after divorce.
ShaRon also founded the global movement No Judgment. Just Love.® inviting people to “Choose to move beyond judgments that divide to consciously lead with LOVE in your thoughts, words and actions.
If you need some encouragement in your parenting journey, you'll appreciate what ShaRon has to say.
In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by Wim Tapley and his mom Cherry to talk about supporting our teen's “outlandish” dreams and how it strengthens motivation, resilience, and strong family connection.
At the age of 18, Wim is one of the most ambitious artists in the D.C. area. After growing up as a musician and songwriter, he honed his craft by playing live at all of the bars, restaurants, and small venues in his hometown of South Riding, VA, leading worship at his church, and producing his own music.
After the coronavirus stifled his plans to pursue music as a street performer in Dublin, Ireland, Wim graduated high school early in order to record his first full-length LP while under quarantine.
Wim's debut album "The Woodlands" is available now.
Learn more about Dr. Cam at www.askdrcam.com.
Music clip: Peace Of Mind by Wim Tapley (https://music.apple.com/us/album/i-ep/1431072322)
In this episode, Dr. Cam talks to Rish Mitra, founder of the Dads And Deadlifts Foundation.
Rish and Dr. Cam talk about:
- How to connect with teens as a father
- How to overcome society's stereotypes and expectations to allow our children to be their true selves.
- How to overcome our own mindset and fixed beliefs about what it means to be a man.
Rish's life’s mission is to serve boys, men, and fathers. This is why I launched the podcast known as “Dads And Deadlifts”.
Through his non-profit foundation and podcast, he wants to create a safe platform for MEN and WOMEN to express themselves without being judged or shamed. Allowing for a healthy community to embrace authentic self and self-discovery.
Connect with Rish Mitra on social: @Dads And Deadlifts
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In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, Dr. Cam is joined by Virginia Prodan, an International Human Rights Attorney, author, and Victory Consultant.
As a young attorney in Romania - under Nicolae Ceausescu’s brutal communist regime - Virginia had defended human and religious rights cases. For this act of treason, she was kidnapped, beaten, tortured, placed under house arrest, and came within seconds of being executed under the orders of Ceausescu himself - who sent an assassin to kill her.
Virginia had literally faced her assassin and has lived to tell about it in her memoir Saving My Assassin.
She is passionate about mentoring others to stand up to their giants and live a life of significance.
Exiled from Romania since 1988, Virginia rebuilt her life in America and reared 3 successful children.
Virginia has been featured prominently in many national and international televisions and radios.
She is also passionate about mentoring professionals including parents to be better leaders.
Listen in this morning to hear her tell her harrowing story and share wisdom from her experience to help us as parents overcome obstacles both in life and with our teens.
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In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by Hallie Steinberg, a certified health coach and special ed teacher with a degree in biology.
Dr. Cam and Hallie talk about the 4 pillars of health (LEAN) and how to help teens live a healthy life through independence and collaboration.
Hallie Steinberg, a Certified Health Coach with Hallie's Healthy Living, inspires healthy living through simple changes. She provides individual and group sessions, Wellness Workshops and Health Presentations focusing on the four pillars of health: Lifestyle, Exercise, Attitude and Nutrition. She works with Parents and Children, Pregnant/Nursing Mothers and Prime Timers (adults preparing, entering or enjoying their mature years). Hallie has a degree in Biology from the University of Pennsylvania, a Masters in Education at NYU and a Masters in Special Education at Hunter University. She taught for eight years in various fields of Special Education, predominantly with Elementary students with language-based Learning Disabilities. As a Health Coach, she has participated in International Health Summits, Podcasts, Health Panels and Wellness Workshops to inspire healthy living. Hallie provides education and coaching in a fun and interactive way, focusing on the unique health journey and experiences of each person.
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In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by her awesome niece and quintessential gen Zer, Madi.
They cover how this generation is navigating "adulting" and growing up with social media.
Madi also shares her coming out story, explains what non-binary is, discusses the impact of being queer in a heteronormative society, and gives parents some tips for helping teens who are questioning their sexuality.
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What do you do when you have a clear vision of what your teen needs to succeed (the school, the degree, the job...), but your teen isn't buying into it?
In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by Christa Downey, Cornell Engineering Career Center Director and private executive coach. After 20 years working with Cornell students, Christa has a considerable amount of insight into what young adults need to be successful at school and in the job market. It may not be what you think...
Listen to her interview to find out what she's learned and get tips to help you set your teen up for the future.
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I have been doing a long of internal reflection lately (mostly in the middle of the night) and made a harsh realization I want to share with you---in case you're having the same concerns. If you're feeling scattered, overwhelmed, stressed, and guilty I encourage you to take a listen. It's only 8-minutes, so you can do it while you get ready in the morning.
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If you're like me, you get frustrated when your picture-perfect plans get derailed--and it happens a lot when we have teens. Here's a quick tip on how to handle it.
Sometimes we can be pretty quick to judge and make accusations. Next time you get annoyed or frustrated about something your teen has done or said ask yourself, "Am I giving them the benefit of the doubt or am I doubting them?"
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As much as we'd like to protect our teens from the hurt and pain in the world, it can't be avoided. When tough topics come up, here are some tips for handling them with grace.
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Why do our attempts to stop our teens' disrespectful behavior or manage their anxiety often backfire? Here's a common mistake I see parents make and what to do instead.
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In this episode, Dr. Cam talks about teaching our kids, especially our daughters, to speak up when they feel mistreated, unheard, or uncomfortable. As a mom of a teen daughter, she knows how important it is for them to feel empowered and have a voice. In this episode, Dr. Cam shares her own personal story and provides three ways to encourage our girls to advocate for themselves.
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Distance learning is really challenging for our kids (and us)! How do we help them succeed when they don't even want to log on? Dr. Cam has some tips for teaching our teens how to persevere when times are tough and the future unclear.
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You've tried everything, but nothing seems to work. You feel like you're at your wit's end with the attitude and emotional outbursts. You don't know how else to help your teen with their anxiety and struggle with self-confidence. Your main goal right now is to just get through this without too much damage. I hear you. Let's talk about it!
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Motivation continues to be a huge struggle for parents and teens these days. It's also the cause of endless power struggles, fights, resentment, and anger. But what should you do instead? Today I want to shift your focus from guiding your teen to be practical to helping them dream BIG.
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In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Dr. Lisa Pion-Berlin, the president and CEO of Parents Anonymous. Dr. Pion-Berlin is a renowned expert in strengthening families and communities all around the world. She has appeared on Good Morning America, The Today Show, and CNN News.
Dr. Lisa and Dr. Cam talk about how to promote our teens' positive social and emotional growth including: · Setting realistic expectations for children · Identifying and reducing daily parenting stresses · How to effectively advocate for your child’s needs
Learn more about Dr. Lisa Pion-Berlin and Parents Anonymous at https://parentsanonymous.org/
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In this episode, Dr. Cam talks with Helen Odessky, Psy. D., a licensed clinical psychologist, coach, speaker, and author of the bestselling books “Stop Anxiety from Stopping You” and “Stop Fear from Stopping You”.
Her advice has been featured in numerous national and international media outlets.
In this interview, Dr. Helen shares how...
- A lot of parenting issues can be solved by managing your own anxiety.
- A lot of this anxiety starts with "what if"
- Our own fears can sometimes be projected onto our kids and amplified.
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Everything we hear leads us to believe that the teen years are going to be difficult. We brace ourselves. We commiserate with other parents. We hold our breath and pray for it to be over soon. But what if I told you, it doesn't have to be this way?
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Why do we worry so much about what other people think? I've got some thoughts. I hope you like them...what if you don't...oh, man, should I share these? What if you think they're silly…
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In this episode, weight-loss wizard Alex Tomaszewska and Dr. Cam discuss how to talk to our teens about weight--a subject riddled with landmines. Alex was a successful IT engineer and manager for 12 years but when she got depressed she took a shot at losing weight using her mind - and succeeded on the first try. She fell head over heels in love with the process, enhanced it, and now takes clients all over the world on transformational journeys where weight loss feels almost like a side effect.
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So many of our power struggles with our teens are due to locus of control. In this episode, Dr. Cam shares some tips on how to minimize the fights without nagging, yelling, or losing your mind.
Book reference: "Hurt 2.0." by Chap Clark
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What seems obvious to us may not even occur to our teens. Next time your teen doesn't live up to your expectations ask, "was I crystal clear or is it possible I set them up for failure?"
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