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Speaking of Teens

Ann Coleman, J.D.

Parenting a teenager is the most uniquely challenging things you’ve ever done. The host of Speaking of Teens, Ann Coleman, understands all too well. After drowning in those challenges, herself, she spent several years transitioning from practicing attorney to expert in the science of adolescence and parenting. Every Tuesday she delivers the most up to date, science-based information, news and advice to help you better understand, relate to, and parent your teen…without the conflict. From navigating

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#184: Positive Reinforcement, Negative Consequences,...

Speaking of Teens ·

2024/11/12

Today's episode wraps up the series on teen substance use and is a continuation from last week's episode on the methods discussed in the book, Beyond Addiction: How Science and Kindness Help People Change.If your teen or tween is using substances and you want to know how to best motivate them to change their behavior, this episode and last week's episode 183 is for you. Today I'll discuss the importance of collaborating with your co-parent, using positive reinforcement to see the behavior you...

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#183: How To Motivate Your Teen To Change Their...

Speaking of Teens ·

2024/11/05

Today's episode is all about the methods discussed in the book, Beyond Addiction: How Science and Kindness Help People Change. If you're teen is using substances and you want to know how to best motivate them to change their behavior, this is the episode for you. I talk about motivational interviewing and the Community Reinforcement and Family Training (CRAFT) method of communicating with a loved one who's using. You'll probably be surprised by what you learn.Show Notes for other resources an...

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“Gas Station Weed”, Delta-8, THCA-Your Teen Can Get...

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2024/10/29

What the heck is going on down at the convenience store or corner vape shop? They're selling something that looks a whole lot like marijuana, cannabis, or weed. And this stuff (otherwise known as "gas station weed") can get people even higher than the marijuana sold at the legal dispensaries that contain the high-producing, delta-9 THC.Even worse, this stuff is being sold legally to teens in many states! What is it? It's delta-8 THC, delta-10 THC, HHC, THCA, THCO and other chemically ex...

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23:55

#181: Does Your Teen Have A Substance Use Disorder,...

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2024/10/22

It's such a frightening thought; "Does my teen or tween have a substance use disorder? Is this more than occasional use or experimentation?"How are you supposed to know when your teenager has crossed that line? Who can help you determine if their substance use rises to the level of an "addiction"?Today I'll clarify some terminology, tell you how to figure these things out and help you understand what level of care your teen might potentially need, if they do indeed have a substance use disord...

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#180: An Update On Opioids, Fentanyl, And Teens and...

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2024/10/15

Fentanyl is still a danger to teens and tweens and now there are even other chemicals being thrown in the mix of counterfeit pills that could be even deadlier. However, some expert are saying that it appears there may be less fentanyl in the supply chain in recent months.Additionally, although overall illicit drug use among teens has been decreasing for years, opioid use disorder among adolescents has greatly increased (according to the American Academy of Pediatrics).I'll walk you through th...

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#179: Your Teen Is Hanging Out With A Crowd Who Uses...

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2024/10/08

There's no doubt that teens do risky things around their peers.But just how much influence do those peers have over your teen's use of substances?Can you do anything about the bad influences your teen is hanging out with?What factors do you need to consider?What about your influence? Can you counteract the influence your teen's peers have on them?💯See the list of other episodes and resources in the Show NotesTranscriptFind our FREE Parenting Guides Here"I just wanted to let you know that I'm

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#178 What To Do When You Find Out Your Teen’s Using...

Speaking of Teens ·

2024/10/04

As a parent, perhaps you've been confronted with this issue: you've found evidence that your teen or tween is vaping, drinking alcohol, smoking marijuana, or using other substances and you have no idea what to do next.You can't think. You're upset, angry, anxious, confused, disappointed, etc. Do you give consequences? Do you call a therapist? What do you even say?I'll tell you the best way to approach this issue including guidelines for the conversation and the actual mechanics of the convers...

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#177: Monitoring and Watching Out For Signs Of...

Speaking of Teens ·

2024/10/01

Research tells us that teens whose parents employ effective monitoring are less likely to engage in risky behaviors like having sex at an early age, smoking, drinking, using drugs, skipping school or being physically injured – they’re also more likely to have better mental health.So "monitoring" works but what does it even mean and how do you do it "effectively"? I'll break it down for you in this episode.I'll also go over some very specific signs of substance use that you can keep in mind. P...

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#176: Do You Know The Risk Factors For Teen Substance...

Speaking of Teens ·

2024/09/27

This is the second episode in our series on teens, tweens and substance use. Today I want to make sure you understand the risk factors for teen and tween substance use and substance disorders.Familiarizing yourself with the risk factors gives you the opportunity to empower your teen or tween to be proactive in avoiding substances, provide supports systems for them if they need it, and to stay vigilant as possible.Show Notes and TranscriptFind our FREE Parenting Guides Here"I just wanted to le...

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#175: What Parents Need To Know About Why Teens Use...

Speaking of Teens ·

2024/09/24

This episode kicks off a series on teens, tweens and substance use that will continue each Tuesday and Friday until I've exhausted issues to talk about! Today, I'll talk to you about the adolescent brain, why it's so prone to risky behaviors like using substances, why it's so much easier to become dependent on those substances, and many of the reasons teens use substances like marijuana, alcohol and nicotine. I also discuss some of the things you can do to try to p...

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#175: What Parents Need To Know About Why Teens Use...

Speaking of Teens ·

2024/09/24

This episode kicks off a series on teens, tweens and substance use that will continue each Tuesday and Friday until I've exhausted issues to talk about!Today, I'll talk to you about the adolescent brain, why it's so prone to risky behaviors like using substances, why it's so much easier to become dependent on those substances, and many of the reasons teens use substances like marijuana, alcohol and nicotine. I also discuss some of the things you can do to try to prevent your teen or twee...

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#174: Does Your Teen or Tween Need a Mental Health...

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2024/09/20

What do you think about allowing your teen or tween a mental health day off from school when they ask for it? How do you decide? What should they do with that day off?I'll answer these questions and more in today's episode.Show Notes and TranscriptFind our FREE Parenting Guides Here"I just wanted to let you know that I'm so thankful for your podcast! ...I'm so happy I discovered it!" Speaking of Teens Listener^If you feel the same way, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps ...

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#173: Communicating With Teens and Tweens About Their...

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2024/09/17

This episode was prompted by a recent conversation with a parent. This parent needed help validating her teen's feelings about friendship issues, without inserting herself and causing problems in the connection with her teen.What do you do or say when your teen shares with you that a friend has done something horrible to them? How do you acknowledge their feelings about the situation without giving an opinion or looking like you'll hold a grudge against the friend if the teens mend fences in ...

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#172: Emotional Wounds May Be Keeping You From Being...

Speaking of Teens ·

2024/09/13

None of us come to parenting without our own mindsets, core beliefs, and past emotional experiences. All of this informs us as parents and shapes our thoughts, emotions and behavior related to our kids and teenagers.But too many of us fail to recognize this side of parenting, even when we're desperate to change the dynamic in our home. Very often, parents must address their own emotional wounds - unresolved trauma from their own formative years - in order to become the parents they want to be...

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#171: Teens, Devices, Beds, and Sleep. Plus, Vaping...

Speaking of Teens ·

2024/09/10

Today I'm sharing the findings from a recent study out of New Zealand, and a report on a new survey out of the U.S. The study sheds light on teens' use of devices before bed and in the bed. And the survey finally gives us some good news about vaping and teenagers. Show Notes and TranscriptFind our FREE Parenting Guides Here"I just wanted to let you know that I'm so thankful for your podcast! ...I'm so happy I discovered it!" Speaking of Teens Listener^If you feel the same way, please consider...

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#170: All The Stuff Your Teenager Would Tell You (If...

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2024/09/06

Teenagers want their parents to understand them. They need to feel heard and seen in the worst sort of way. But as parents, we often do a really crap job of actually listening - much less truly understanding them. Today's episode (pulled from the 2022 "best-of vault") gives you the inside scoop on what your teen's thinking and what they really want you to understand. Listen up!Show Notes and TranscriptFind our FREE Parenting Guides Here"I just wanted to let you know that I'm so thankful ...

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#169: How To Help Your Teen Succeed After Residential...

Speaking of Teens ·

2024/09/03

In today's episode I continue my conversation with Colin MacDonald, co-founder of Not Therapy - a high-touch coaching program for young people. Colin told his story as a former "troubled teen" in episode 168. And today he outlines the "4 Pillars of Transition" for teens and young adults moving from residential treatment, wilderness programs and other therapeutic facilities back to "the real world".This is a must-listen episode if you have a teenager or young adult currently in treatment or re...

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#168: From Troubled Teen To Coach For Teens and Young...

Speaking of Teens ·

2024/08/30

If you struggle to believe there's hope for your teenager because of their behavior, mental health issues, substance use, etc. then you want to hear what this young man has to say.Colin MacDonald was a "troubled teen" himself. He has a story to tell and advice for you as the parent of a struggling teenager. Colin is a certified young adult coach and the co-founder of Not Therapy along with his partner, Hayley Caddes. They coach teens and young adults to help them transform their lives after t...

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#167: Amazing Things Can Happen When You Stop Telling...

Speaking of Teens ·

2024/08/26

In today's episode I talk to a mom about the transformation her family experienced from Parent Camp. Listen to her describe where they were, the changes they've made, and where they are now. Plus, she has some advice for you!Find our FREE Parenting Guides Here"I just wanted to let you know that I'm so thankful for your podcast! ...I'm so happy I discovered it!" Speaking of Teens Listener^If you feel the same way, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps people know the show is...

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#166: Are You Parenting A “Non-Typical Teenager”?...

Speaking of Teens ·

2024/08/23

If you have a teen or tween who has ADHD, anxiety, depression, uses substances, doesn't talk to you, refuses to go to school, doesn't seem to be phased by logical or natural consequences, etc...this episode is for you.Join me today and let me explain why you can't skip over the basic parenting strategies even if you feel your teen isn't "basic".Show Notes and TranscriptFind our FREE Parenting Guides Here"I just wanted to let you know that I'm so thankful for your podcast! ...I'm so happy I di...

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