What Teens Wish Their Parents Knew (But Won't Tell Them) with Maggie Dent

Listen to this episode from Well, hello anxiety with Dr Jodi Richardson on Spotify. Join Dr. Jodi Richardson in this insightful conversation with parenting educator and author Maggie Dent as they explore the complexities of raising teenagers in today's world. Maggie, known as the "Queen of Common Sense," shares her expertise on adolescent brain development, explaining the pruning process, heightened emotions, and why teens behave the way they do. In this episode, you'll discover: What's really happening in your teenager's developing brain Why forgetfulness and big emotions are completely normal The importance of being a "lighthouse figure" in a teen's life How to communicate with your teen using the three C's: calmness, curiosity, and compassion Practical strategies for supporting teens through anxiety, stress, and life's challenges Warning signs to watch for and when to seek additional support Maggie shares wisdom from her latest (and final) book, "Help Me Help My Teen," which includes insights from teens around the world. This conversation will help you understand that while parenting a teenager is hard, being a teenager today is harder than ever before—and there are meaningful ways you can show up for them. Whether you're parenting tweens, teens, or supporting young people in your life, this episode offers compassionate, evidence-based guidance for navigating these transformative years. Connect with me: https://linktr.ee/drjodirichardson?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabqDVAw_zhoG3IXGRhgjn-J14BFJy50ztJbCHywMfZobVH12nX1USMbisI_aem_QViUbKkXHlwbD3y4kGcvGQ  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.