198: Is it Okay for My Kid to Gossip with Her Friends Online?

Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Raising Tweens & Teens 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 child gossiping with friends online? In this episode, Reena and Dr. Lisa dive into the complex social dynamics of middle and high school, focusing on the fact that it’s not unusual for kids to talk in unkind ways about their classmates. They explore why tweens and teens engage in these behaviors, appropriate ways for them to air their views, and how to talk with kids about their digital footprints. This episode helps parents provide guidance and perspective while navigating the reality that kids sometimes need help knowing how and where to vent their frustrations about their peers. 

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