{"podcast":{"title":"Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Raising Tweens & Teens","slug":"ask-lisa-the-psychology-of-raising-tweens-teens-477102","podcast_index_feed_id":477102,"rss_url":"https://feeds.megaphone.fm/ADL9419958163","website_url":"https://www.drlisadamour.com/","image_url":"https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/c55e4104-cbbe-11ec-93d2-ab245e93324f/image/478fcfa676f260bc9a5628875ab7e0af.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress","author":"Dr. Lisa Damour/Reena Ninan","episode_count":283,"summary":"Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Raising Tweens & Teens is the essential podcast for parents seeking expert guidance, tested strategies, and psychological insights on raising kids, especially tweens and teens. Join renowned clinical psychologist Dr. Lisa Damour and former journalist and mom of two Reena Ninan as they explore real-life parenting challenges. Looking to learn more about how to boost kids’ resilience, build their confidence, or support their emotional well-being? Dr. Lisa and Reena have got you covered! Together they address listener questions about stress, anxiety, social media concerns, school pressures, and challenges in peer relationships. Each episode provides practical advice and science-backed solutions to help parents raise resilient, confident, and emotionally healthy kids. Tune in every week for the latest topics in parenting, child psychology, and family wellness. Get answers to your most pressing parenting questions. New episodes drop every Tuesday. Keywords: ask lisa podcast, dr. lisa damour, reena ninan, psychology, parenting, podcast, teens, tweens, parenting teens, parenting tweens, teen parenting, tween parenting, parenting tips, parenting advice, positive…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-07T16:21:41.706590+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ask-lisa-the-psychology-of-raising-tweens-teens-477102"},"episode":{"title":"252: ENCORE: Should I Talk with My Teens About My Own Mental Health Challenges?","slug":"252-encore-should-i-talk-with-my-teens-about-my-own-mental-health-challenges","published_at":"2025-12-30T08:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ask-lisa-the-psychology-of-raising-tweens-teens-477102/252-encore-should-i-talk-with-my-teens-about-my-own-mental-health-challenges","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ask-lisa-the-psychology-of-raising-tweens-teens-477102","url":"https://pdst.fm/e/swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/pscrb.fm/rss/p/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL5990750453.mp3?updated=1765553875","audio_url":"https://pdst.fm/e/swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/pscrb.fm/rss/p/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL5990750453.mp3?updated=1765553875","summary":"Perhaps you’ve struggled with anxiety, depression, or stress… and your teen is now old enough to notice. But how much should you share? Parents want to be honest, yet may not want to needlessly burden their kids. Getting that balance right is tricky, and deeply important. In this encore episode of “Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Raising Tweens and Teens,” psychologist Dr. Lisa Damour and journalist Reena Ninan explore how age-appropriate conversations about mental health can strengthen trust and deepen connection. They discuss if, when, and how to talk about your own challenges, how to keep the focus on your teen’s emotional needs, and ways to protect your own well-being in the process. Originally released in 2023, this episode remains essential listening for families navigating a world where conversations about mental health are now a common part of family life. 💡 YOU’LL LEARN: - When honesty helps, and when to hold back- How to talk about mental health in calm, age-appropriate ways- Why sharing your story can model resilience and help-seeking- Strategies for balancing transparency with emotional boundaries Sharing your story, when done thoughtfully, can help your teen learn how to care for their own mind and heart. Follow and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can see all our latest video episodes: https://youtube.com/@asklisapodcast And follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn @AskLisaPodcast, @Lisa.Damour, @ReenaNinan. Checkout Dr. Lisa’s website for more resources: https://www.drlisadamour.com/ Ask Lisa is produced by: https://www.goodtroubleproductions.com Episode keywords: talking mental health teens, parent anxiety, honest parenting, teen emotions Podcast keywords: ask lisa podcast, dr lisa damour, reena ninan, psychology, parenting…","meta_description":"Perhaps you’ve struggled with anxiety, depression, or stress… and your teen is now old enough to notice. But how much should you share? 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