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78. Why Teenage Boys Pull Away, How to Talk About Tough Topics, and What Actually Builds Confidence: A Conversation with Dr. Matt Bellace
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- Apr 13, 2026
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Summary
What happened to your sweet little boy? One day he wants to be with you all the time. The next day he barely looks at you. If you are parenting a teenage son, you have felt this shift. In this episode, Heidi talks with neuropsychologist, author, and speaker Dr. Matt Bellace about what is really going on in your son’s brain. They break down why boys pull away, why they seem angry for no reason, and how moms can stop taking it so personally. You will also learn how to talk about substance use without fear, how to help your son find healthy dopamine, and how to build real resilience instead of trying to control behavior. This episode will help you understand your son better and give you tools you can use right away. Guest Details and Resources: Dr. Matt Bellace is an author, stand-up comedian, and nationally recognizedspeaker who blends science, storytelling, and humor to inspire healthier choices,build resilience, and reduce burnout. He holds a Ph.D. in clinical neuropsychology, with deep expertise in the science ofaddiction and the power of positive psychology. Dr. Bellace is the author of twobooks: A Better High, which humorously and insightfully explores how to achievenatural highs through laughter, mindfulness, and meaningful connection; and Life is Disappointing and Other Inspiring Thoughts, which examines how pain, loss, andfailure can be transformed into fuel for growth and achievement. Dr. Bellace trained at the National Institute of Mental Health, Mount Sinai Hospitalin New York City, and the Drexel University Counseling Center. For more than two decades, he has spoken to schools, universities, andorganizations nationwide, promoting wellness, mental health, and self-empowerment in ways that resonate across generations. He lives in Princeton, New Jersey, with his…