110: What Is Real Self-Care for Parents? Special Guest and Author: Pooja Lakshmin, MD

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259: Why Is My Teen So Snarky?

Is your teen’s snark just “normal attitude”… or could it be something more serious? If you’re walking on eggshells around a constantly irritable, sarcastic teenager and wondering whether this is just adolescence or a red flag not to ignore, you’re not alone. In this episode of As ...  Show more

258: What Do Parents Need to Know About Teens & Fan Fiction?

What would YOU do if you discovered your tween or teen was reading explicit fan fiction online? Today’s kids are often learning about sexuality through the internet, often long before parents realize it. How you respond can either shut down communication or open the door to thoug ...  Show more

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