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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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#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...

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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...

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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...

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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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#165: What To Do If You’re Teen’s Behavior Is Out Of...

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2024/08/20

So many of us have been there. Your teen isn't listening to a word you say. As a matter of fact they're doing just the opposite. You've issues consequence after consequence. You've lectured, warned, threatened, pleaded, begged, and cried on the bathroom floor.Counseling hasn't helped (or you can't get them to go). What's the problem and where do you go from here? Is it residential treatment? A wilderness program? Or is there something you can do right now to get things headed in the right dir...

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#164: Making Time For Change: Carving Out Space For...

Speaking of Teens ·

2024/08/16

Investing the time (and the money) to learn the skills you need for parenting your teen without all the conflict and disconnection is one of THE best investments you'll make in your life.Making the time now to learn how to change the dynamic between you and your teen, improve their behavior (and calm your nerves about it all) will save you so much more time and money in the future.Listen and learn what I mean.Show Notes and TranscriptFind our FREE Parenting Guides Here"I just wanted to let yo...

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#163: Having Issues Parenting Your Teen? Listen To...

Speaking of Teens ·

2024/08/13

This is a very special episode of Speaking of Teens. I'm joined by a mom who's going to tell you about her journey in Parent Camp and where her family is today thanks to the knowledge and skills they've gained. 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 people ...

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#162: I’ve Waded Through The Science Of Parenting...

Speaking of Teens ·

2024/08/09

Today I want to tell you a little bit about why I want to help you strengthen the connection with your teenager and stop arguing so much (while also changing their behavior). I'll explain how I know what I know and how I teach you what I know! I'm taking you into my brain a bit and giving you a taste of Parent Camp. 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 ...

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#161: Do You And Your Spouse Agree On How To Parent...

Speaking of Teens ·

2024/08/06

There's nothing like parenting a teenager to bring out the parenting differences (that haven't been that difficult to navigate up until now).If you and your spouse are not on the same page about how to deal with teenage risk-taking behaviors, giving consequences, schoolwork, chores, dating, etc., it can make for a very contentious atmosphere at home.Listen to today's episode where I a) walk you through several negotiation tactics to help your spouse come around to your kinder way of parenting...

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#160: I’m Begging You To Stop Putting So Much...

Speaking of Teens ·

2024/08/02

Maybe you don't insist your teens or tweens get all As or take the harder classes. But do you check Google Classroom daily or weekly? Do you ask them about all that unfinished work? Do you remind them of each test, quiz and project? Do you scold them when they seem unmotivated, lazy, or forgetful?Well, today I'm going to give you some really good reasons to back off a bit, stop worrying so much, and give your teenager a break. Grades, GPA, and "getting into the right college" is making b...

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