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Dive into the world of single parenting with Lori Wei. Lori found herself a single parent at 22. She raised her daughter alone for 13 years before remarrying. In that time, she discovered the power of community, self reliance and teachability. Be sure to listen for what really helps kids and parents of single parent families; the number one thing not to do; and why apologizing to your kids is so powerful. Teen Life Podcast: Apologizing & Taylor Swift Teen Life Blog: Why Apologizing Matters for You and Your Kids Podcast music by Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges In this episode, we mentioned or used the following resources: --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support

How can we support families with special needs? Join Chris and Tobin in a special conversation on how to support families with special needs. As part of the Diverse Families series, they are joined by Donna Crose, Tobin’s mom, and mother of a daughter with down syndrome. Donna shares the challenges of discovering a diagnosis like down syndrome and the challenges of raising teenagers while caring for a sibling with special needs. Donna and Tobin also offer insight into some of the challenges that teens with special needs face and how to support them as they grow into adulthood. Listen to the end for ways to support parents and siblings of kids with special needs, too. Podcast music by Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges In this episode, we mentioned or used the following resources: --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support

How can we support multiracial and multi-cultural families? Chris Robey interviews Tquan and Leahanna Moore about their experience as a multiracial/multi-cultural family. They discuss what it means to be multi-cultural and how they’ve approached blending cultures in their own home. You’ll also hear about their kids’ experience being mixed race. Listen for talking point on: the importance of acknowledging the cultures within a family and how to ensure a healthy family identity how to approach peer acceptance with kids discrimination assumptions how to best support kids from multiracial or multi-cultural backgrounds If you have a question about something you heard or just want to give us some feedback, please leave us a comment below.  We would love to hear from you! Podcast music by⁠ Luke Cabrera⁠ & Tobin Hodges --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support

In the first of a short series on diversity in types of family structures, Tobin Hodges interviews foster mom Danielle Bogart. Danielle shares her experience as a foster parent and offers insight into how caring adults can support kids and families in the foster care system. Danielle also talks about the benefits of Camp Akiva, a program of Our Father’s Children, a DFW non-profit that provides hope to children of abuse and neglect in Texas, ages 6-18, in week-long camp settings and weekend retreats. In this episode, we mentioned or used the following resources: Our Father's Children Website Podcast music by Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support

When should you start to worry about shyness? Join Tobin Hodges as he outlines reasons why teens might seem shy. He offers real life examples and ways you can approach social awkwardness, shyness, and personal boundaries when talking with teenagers. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Very Well Family: Help A Shy Teen Build Self-Confidence - Evolve Treatment: Should a Parent Push Teen to be Social? - Your Teen Mag: Social Anxiety in Teens - Teen Life Podcast: Social Awkwardness . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Tobin Hodges Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support

Teenage drama can be exhausting for parents, teachers, and teens alike. So how can caring adults acknowledge teenagers’ BIG emotions without feeding the drama cycle? Join Karlie Duke as she talks about ways to guide kids through emotional regulation, social difficulties, and more. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - VeryWellFamily: 7 Strategies for Addressing Teenage Drama . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Karlie Duke Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support

Being a teenager is like riding an emotional rollercoaster, and it’s easy to come across as an “angry teen”. Chris dives into why this stereotype isn’t entirely wrong, but it isn’t right either. Listen for background information on why your teen may seem mad and how to help channel that emotion into a state of better self-awareness. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Chris Robey Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support

When teens start sneaking around to get what they want or need, it can be tempting to freak out and “lay down the law.” Tobin offers a different perspective on what might be behind sneaky behavior and how to talk about it with your teenager. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Teen Therapy: What Do I Do with a Sneaky Kid? - Psychology Today: Get Out! Sneaky Kids and Prying Parents Make a Toxic Mix - QDT: How to Curb Your Kid’s Sneaky Behavior - Previous stereotypes in the summer podcast series: Perfectionism, Laziness, Lying, Gossip . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Tobin Hodges Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support

Gossip affects all age groups, but for teenagers it can be especially harmful. Between whispers in the hallways, text messages, social media, and other media, gossip is a particularly difficult terrain for teens to navigate. Karlie Duke talks about why teens might gossip, as well as strategies for helping teenagers avoid participating in the rumor mill. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Psychology Today: 4 Ways to Effectively Deal With Gossip . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Karlie Duke Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support

Lying feels personal, but what if it’s not? In fact, 98% of teenagers worldwide lie to their parents. That’s not a typo. Ninety-eight percent.So, the bad news is that your teen is probably lying to you. But the good news is that it’s not really about you.In episode 112, Chris Robey talks about what’s really happening most of the time when teens lie and how to handle tough conversations about dishonesty. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Newport Academy: Why Do Teenagers Lie? And What to Do About - Evolve Treatment Centers: What Parents Should Do When Their Teenager Lies to Them - GreatSchools.org: When teens lie (because they all do!) - EmpoweringParents.com: How to talk to your child about lying . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Chris Robey Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann --- Su

It’s easy to buy into the stereotype that teens are lazy. After all, sleeping late and not wanting to do homework are pretty typical teen behaviors. But is laziness the real reason behind them? Tobin Hodges takes on teen laziness and why it might not be what you think in week two of our summer podcast series. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Nurturing Wisdom: Is My Teen Lazy? Diagnosing Motivation Problems - Conscious Discipline: Breathing Techniques for Calming - New York Post: Teens are getting lazier – but not for the reasons you think . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Tobin Hodges Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support

Perfectionism can have a negative impact on a teenager’s mental health if left unchecked. In episode 110, Karlie talks about ways to identify perfectionist behavior, what to say and how to help teens channel perfectionist tendencies for the best. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Newport Academy: How Perfectionism in Children and Teens Impacts Mental Health . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Karlie Duke Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support

One in four youths admits to having shoplifted before the age of 12, but why and how do we help them stop? This week, we’ll talk about the reasons behind the behavior and ways to curb it. We’ll also look at ideas for teens’ summer plans, so you can be prepared before they start saying they’re bored! . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - NASP: The Shoplifting Problem - AACAP: Stealing in Children and Adolescents - Johns Hopkins: My Child is Stealing - Teen Life Podcast: Summer Activities | Summer Jobs . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Chris Robey & Karlie Duke Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support

Do you ever get “stuck” before you even get started on a big task? What if we could tap into our brains’ dopamine center to make our lives more productive? Task gamification could be the answer to a common problem with the executive functioning skill of task initiation. Listen for tips on how making tasks into a game can help you and your teen. We’ll also go over some common mental health terms, as well as practical tips for easing anxiety. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Yu-kai Chou: 10 Best Productivity Apps - Twitter: George Mack on Video Game Tasks - Task Apps: Level Up Life | Habatica | Forest - Mental Health America: Terms to Know: A Mental Health Glossary - Teen Life Podcast: Tasks for ADHD Teens (Tip) | Suicide | Suicide Prevention | Anxiety | Panic Attacks | Mental Health Update | Depression | Teen Terms 5 - Instagram: Things That Make Anxiety Worse . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ng

Students are more stressed than ever and technology continues to evolve in ways that make the slide from academic stress to cheating a very slippery slope. So how can we help? In episode 107, we’ll start with what to look for to spot cheating in the classroom. We’ve also got a few ideas on how to stop it before it starts. It’s not just teenagers who are cheating lately. The same technology that makes cheating easy also makes creating deep fakes a reality you’ll soon face, if you haven’t already. AI hoaxes are more common than ever and they’re making it hard to know what’s real and what’s not. Listen for tips on how to protect yourself and what you should be discussing with your teenagers. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - ProctorEdu: Academic Dishonesty Statistics - Public School Review: Cheating Scandals in Public Schools Grow Exponentially - VeryWellFamily: 10 Reasons Why Cheating Is Wrong: Talking Points for Parents to Share With Teens - Merriam-Webster: Deepfake - Time: The Dra

Teens are known for being moody and bad humored, but 42% of today’s teenagers show symptoms of clinical depression. In episode 106, Chris and Karlie will share signs of depression versus typical teen behavior. They’ll also discuss possible steps for parents and other caring adults to take if you think a teen you love needs help. Then, if you still don’t know much about Lemon8, you’ll want to tune in to learn more about this quickly spreading app. We’ve got details about what it is and how teens are using it. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Mental Health America: Depression in Teens | Depression Screening - Nemours Teen Health: Depression: What You Need to Know | Talking to Parents About Depression - Teen Life Podcast: Suicide Prevention | Suicide Terms | Suicide | Leslie Culver | Becky Taylor - CNBC: ByteDance is pushing a new app in the U.S. as TikTok faces a ban - Next Gen Now Podcast: Spotify | Apple Podcasts - Chris on the Next Gen Now Podcast: Spotify | Apple Podcasts . . Vi

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 8-12, 2023! Join us for easy ways to show teachers that we recognize how much they do for our students. You’ll also want to hear more about the latest teen terms! Be sure to check out the first four teen terms episodes in the notes below. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Pinterest: Teacher Appreciation Ideas - Urban Dictionary - Teen Life Podcast: Teen Terms 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 - TODAY: Jennifer Garner’s kids aren’t on social media. She says her oldest is ‘grateful’ . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Chris Robey & Karlie Duke Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support

With anxiety on the rise, many teens are suffering panic attacks. Listen for how to recognize a panic attack and actionable tips for ways to help. Chris and Karlie also talk about the online platform and app, OnlyFans. We’ve got the details on why some teenagers are using the platform, despite the 18+ rating in the app store. Plus, stay tuned for our tip on helping teens with ADHD complete tasks! . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - AACAP: Your Adolescent – Anxiety and Avoidant Disorders - ADAA: Helping Your Anxious Teen Cope with a Panic Attack - Panic Attack Examples: Ted Lasso | Puss n Boots - Internet Matters: What is OnlyFans? What Parents Need to Know - Common Sense Media: OnlyFans - The Popcast . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Chris Robey & Karlie Duke Produced by: Karlie Duke & 

Many teenagers suffer from moderate to severe anxiety. In episode 103 of the podcast, we’ll share symptoms to look for and ways that you can support teens throughout adolescence. We’ll also talk about the growing number of teens taking gap years and whether or not a gap year may be a good solution for your family! . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - AACAP: Your Adolescent – Anxiety and Avoidant Disorders - Counseling Today: Five Pragmatic Tools to Become a Non-Anxious Presence - USNews: How a Gap Year Prepares Students for College - Teen Life Podcast: Anxiety with Mark DeYoung | Back-to-School Anxiety | Social Awkwardness | Mental Health Update | Meditation . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Chris Robey & Karlie Duke Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann --- Support this podcast: https

Do you know your parenting style? Chris and Karlie share their takeaways from the recently released show "The Parent Test". Learn more about the 12 parenting styles in the show and which one was the winner. Then they’ll look at college decisions and what your teen should take into consideration before choosing where to go. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - The Parent Test - Distractify: What are “The Parent Test” Parenting Styles? - Teen Life Podcast: College Experiences - Atomic Habits by James Clear - Teen Life Blog: Imitation as a Form of Habit-Creation . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Chris Robey & Karlie Duke Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support