Why Is My Teen So Angry?

In this week's Q&A episode, Mark explores how to gradually transfer control to teens as they get older while maintaining healthy boundaries and connection. He answers listener questions on issues ranging from vaping, video game addiction and bullying to handling emotional struggl ...  Show more

Do your teens feel heard … or just managed, corrected and talked at? In this episode, Mark, Wayne and Heartlight Counselor Courtney LaFleur explore why listening is one of the most important skills parents can develop during the teen years. They discuss common communication mista ...  Show more

Do you get angry when it’s time to address your child’s same old struggle with disobedience again? Does it feel like the people in your home—the people you’re supposed to love the most—are the ones who receive the brunt of your anger? Join Ginger Hubbard and Katy Morgan for part ...  Show more

A parent writes that her 5-year-old has never recovered from the arrival of her younger brother (now 3.5 yrs). “Since he was born, she has subjected him to physical violence and verbal taunting.” She describes her daughter as bright and strong-willed, and her son as gentle, lovin ...  Show more

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2125: Dr. Laura Markham offers transformative insights on navigating tough conversations with children at Aha Parenting.com ...  Show more

It's frustrating when you've told a son or daughter to do something, but he or she doesn't listen. How can you discipline them in a way that's effective? Jim Daly and Dr. Randy Schroeder give some very helpful perspectives on handling discipline as a parent. Also, John and Danny ...  Show more