Social Media Articles and Episodes

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124: Connecting with Students & Spicy Books

124: Connecting with Students & Spicy Books

Connecting with students makes a huge difference when it comes to attendance and motivation in class! Get ideas for ways to connect and why it’s important! Also get need-to-know info about “spicy” books your teen may be reading.

Ep. 106: Depression & Lemon8

Ep. 106: Depression & Lemon8

Learn the signs of depression versus typical teen behavior, as well as possible next steps if you think a teen you love needs help.

Ep. 104: Panic Attacks & OnlyFans

Ep. 104: Panic Attacks & OnlyFans

Listen for actionable tips on how to help teenagers deal with panic attacks. We’ll also give reasons teens are using OnlyFans and what parents need to know.

Ep. 95: Intentional Rest & Discord

Ep. 95: Intentional Rest & Discord

How intentional are you about rest? Plus, we’ll discuss the benefits and dangers of the Discord app and tips for talking with your teen about race!