“Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Parenting” is the essential podcast for parents seeking expert guidance, tested strategies, and psychological insights on raising kids, especially tweens and teens. Join renowned clinical psychologist Dr. Lisa Damour and former journalist and mom of two Reena Ninan as they explore real-life parenting challenges. Looking to learn more about how to boost kids’ resilience, build their confidence, or support their emotional well-being? Dr. Lisa and Reena have got you covered! Together they address listener questions about stress, anxiety, social media concerns, school pressures, and challenges in peer relationships. Each episode provides practical advice and science-backed solutions to help parents raise resilient, confident, and emotionally healthy kids. Tune in every week for the latest topics in parenting, child psychology, and family wellness. Get answers to your most pressing parenting questions. New episodes drop every Tuesday.
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Is your teen really sick, or could it be stress-related? In this episode, Dr. Lisa Damour and Reena dive into the challenges of managing school-year illnesses and the fine line between actual sickness and stress-related symptoms. They address a parent's concerns about a son dealing with anxiety, self-harm, and frequent complaints of nausea. From finding the right balance with school involvement to introducing coping strategies like deep breathing and mental health days, they explore ways to support teens through these tough moments.
We want to hear from you! How do you help your teen manage stress and navigate school pressures?
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Ask Lisa is produced by: https://www.goodtroubleproductions.com
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