Mental Health Articles and Episodes

Teens are struggling with mental health today in unprecedented levels. In fact, according to the latest CDC report, 4 in 10 teens felt persistently sad or hopeless in 2021. The good new is, you can help! We’ll keep you updated on the best tools and time-tested tips for connecting with teens. Because no teen deserves to feel alone.

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The Power of Validation

The Power of Validation

Most of us can think of a situation that could have improved if someone had made space for what we were feeling. So why don’t we extend the same to teenagers and kids?

Ep. 32: School Check-In

Ep. 32: School Check-In

School counselors and specialists weigh in on current challenges students are facing in pandemic life, how we can support our schools and offer coping mechanisms.

Ep. 31: The Father Effect & The Paul Bros.

Ep. 31: The Father Effect & The Paul Bros.

Do you know about “the Father Effect”? Learn more on the positive effects of having a father figure and how your kids can benefit, whether mom and dad are still together or not!

Ep. 30: Red Ribbon Week & Trending Shows

Ep. 30: Red Ribbon Week & Trending Shows

Chris and Karlie talk drug trends, drug use among teenagers, and ways to celebrate Red Ribbon Week. Plus, Dear Evan Hansen and the remake of The Wonder Years.

Ep. 29: Teen Driver Safety & Halloween

Ep. 29: Teen Driver Safety & Halloween

Join us to learn ways to help teens navigate the fun and the dangers of driving + we’ll share Halloween costume ideas that are easy to pull off last minute!