
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 kid... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 289 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ParentingHealth & FitnessKids & FamilyMental Health | |||

If you've repeatedly asked your kid to help out and they still don’t follow through, this is the episode you’ve been waiting for.
Dr. Lisa Damour breaks down why nagging doesn't build a work ethic — and what actually does. From linking privileges to... more
You know screens and social media can be risky for your kid. But do you know exactly what harm looks like… and what actually protects them from it?
Dr. Lisa Damour revisits her conversation with Dr. Nadine Burke Harris, pioneering pediatrician, auth... more
Your kid comes home devastated after being left out, dropped, or caught in the middle of a friendship blowup. You may want to help, but don’t know what to say—or whether you should step in at all. Take heart: this episode will help you navigate the s... more
If mealtimes in your home feel like a power struggle, or you're exhausted from worrying whether your kid is eating well, this episode will come as a relief.
Dr. Lisa Damour and Reena Ninan revisit their conversation with Dr. Reshma Shah, a Stanford-... more
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I listen to this podcast as a 12 year old girl, and the information is extremely helpful during my day-to-day life. I have learned many tools to cope with anxiety and other personal issues, and it has really been a game changer. Highly recommend. (Also, I think that Lisa’s voice ads to the overall affect)
Such thoughtful and evidence based recommendations, great discussions, helpful scripts. I have been sharing this podcast far and wide.
As a pediatrician and the mother of 2 teens, I listened to this episode eagerly because it comes up in my daily practice and my life. I was so disappointed to hear one of the hosts declare that she bought her daughter a phone at age 11 and both hosts confidently declaring that there was “no social media“ on said phone. Again and again in my practice, I see tweens and teens circumventing any social media restrictions their parents think they had. Any parental controls are an illusion. Social medi... more
Just a bunch of neurotic nonsense for modern parents who want to be hand held through very normal things. Nothing they say is particularly insightful and the problems they address are mostly in the minds of paranoid parents. Please dont listen to this show, its just not worth the time.
This podcast is my favorite listen of the week! I had learned so much from it and become a better parent because of it! My spouse recently commented on how my parenting has changed and I gave credit to Dr. Lisa!! Thank you Dr. Lisa and Reena.
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- Practical, science-backed guidance for parents navigating tweens and teens, with a focus on resilience, emotional well-being, social media, and real-life parenting challenges. Episodes blend clinical insights from psychology with actionable strategies, often featuring guest experts or authors who discuss child development, nutrition, education, and family dynamics.
- A standout angle is translating research into everyday parenting tools, from conversations about risky behaviors and digital citizenship to building attachment and healthy independence. The show balances empathy with direct coaching, aiming to equip caregivers with realistic, doable approaches for diverse family situations.
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