#199 Today's guest is Ellen Galinsky— president of the Families and Work Institute and author of several popular books researching adolescents and teenagers, including the bestselling parenting guide, Mind in the Making, and her recently published work, The Breakthrough Years. Over her career, her research has focused on work-life, children’s development, youth voice, child-care, parent-professional relationships, and parental development. In this episode, we discuss:

+ Common emotional experiences teenagers face today

+ The unique pressure that teenagers are under & how adults can play a role in this

+ Popular misconceptions & stereotypes that society has about teenagers

+ Ways that Gen Z can thrive amidst the mental health crisis

+ The importance of finding a sense of purpose as a teenager

+ How parents & peers can best support a teen who is struggling

+ Parenting advice for building your teen's independence without micromanaging

+ Navigating screen time & social media as the parent of a teenager

+ Advice on how teens & parents can communicate about mental health

+ What she wishes all teenagers knew

Ellen's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ellenmgalinsky/

MENTIONED

+ Mind in the Making

+ The Breakthrough Years

+ LA Times Article

+ CHOP Research Institute

+ Kids Online Health and Safety

+ Ellen's Website

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