Published Mar 30, 2023

How to show up for teens when big emotions arise

Clinical psychologist Lisa Damour provides crucial insights into navigating the complex emotional landscape of teenagers, highlighting the importance of understanding, open communication, and modeling emotional regulation to support their self-esteem and emotional well-being.

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How to show up for teens when big emotions arise

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Embracing Emotional Distress

Navigating Teen Self-Esteem

Teen Talk Timing

Teen Brain Dynamics

Emotional Guidance for Teens

Managing Emotional Overwhelm

Navigating Teen Emotions

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Understanding Adolescent Feelings

Teen Communication

Emotional Management

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Understanding Adolescent FeelingsClinical psychologist Lisa Damour offers insights into managing teenagers' emotional challenges. She emphasizes the importance of understanding and supporting teens through emotional overwhelm, distress, and self-esteem issues.

Understanding Adolescent Feelings

Teen CommunicationLisa Damour explores the nuances of engaging with teenagers, emphasizing the importance of timing and setting in fostering open communication. She shares insights on how parents can better connect with their teens by understanding their unique conversational preferences.

Teen Communication

Emotional ManagementLisa Damour discusses the importance of understanding and supporting teenagers' emotional experiences. She advises parents to avoid a fix-it mentality, model emotional regulation, and recognize non-verbal cues to better connect with their teens.

Emotional Management

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