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Ask Lisa: Untangling Family Life

Dr. Lisa Damour
Parenting
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Child Development
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Parenting a tween or teen? Buckle up. Ask Lisa: Untangling Family Life tackles the questions that keep parents up at night — academics, friendships, mental health, screens, meltdowns, and more. Every week, psychologist Lisa Damour teams up with a different expert to answer a real parent's real question — no fluff, no judgment, just practical, evidence-based advice you can actually use. Dr. Damour ... more

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Your teen has asked to be picked up from school early again, and you already know why: they spent lunch hiding in the bathroom, and now they’re dreading tomorrow before today is even over.

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A lot of us grew up believing the hard way is the better way, so when our kids struggle (or we do), we assume that the answer is to exert more effort. That can leave you feeling like you’re failing at something you “should” be able to power through. more

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Your seventh grader walks in the door in tears because the group chat just made it painfully clear she’s being pushed out (this time, over Halloween costumes), and now you're wondering whether to coach her on what to say or stay quiet so you don't ma... more

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You're thinking about signing your kid up for a travel-heavy club team with a price tag that makes you wince - and a co-parent who sees the whole thing differently. Might saying yes to club sports support your talented kid while undermining the rest ... more

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Meredith Elkins
Clinical psychologist, Harvard Medical School faculty member, and co-director of the McLean Anxiety Mastery Program.
McLean Hospital
Episode: 296: Avoidance Feeds Anxiety: When to Make Teens Do Hard Things | Dr. Meredith Elkins
Angela Duckworth
Psychologist, University of Pennsylvania professor, and bestselling author of Grit
University of Pennsylvania
Episode: 295: Situated: How Your Choices Today Shape Your Child's Tomorrow | Angela Duckworth
Tori Cordiano
Licensed clinical psychologist specializing in child and adolescent development
Laurel School
Episode: How to Handle Halloween Group Costume Drama | Dr. Tori Cordiano
Lauren Regula
Three-time Olympian and Olympic medalist
Former elite athlete; youth sports advocate
Episode: 293: Olympic Mom on How to Keep Club Sports in Check | Lauren Regula
Michelle Icard
Specialist in all things middle school, author of several books
Author and educator
Episode: 291: How Your Kid’s Exclusion Hurts You Too | Michelle Icard
Dr. Mark McConville
Clinical psychologist, author of Failure to Launch
Independent/Clinical Practice
Episode: 290: How to Prevent Failure to Launch | Dr. Mark McConville
Dr. Kelly Bhatnagar
Adolescent medicine expert specializing in eating disorders; former president of the Academy of Eating Disorders
Academy for Eating Disorders
Episode: 289: Signs Your Teen is Heading Towards an Eating Disorder | Dr. Kelly Bhatnagar
Dr. Tori Cordiano
Leading expert on executive functioning, ADHD, learning disorders, and anxiety
Independent clinical practice
Episode: 288: Getting Your Disorganized Teen on Track | Dr. Tori Cordiano
Rick Clark
Georgia Tech's Executive Director for Strategic Student Access
Georgia Tech
Episode: 286: ENCORE: Getting into College with Rick Clark

Hosts

Reena Ninan
Co-host of the show; journalist by background; focuses on parenting tweens and teens with empathy and practical guidance.
Dr. Lisa Damour
Clinical psychologist and co-host; expert on teen development, attachment, and evidence-based parenting guidance.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • An all-around great listen!

    Not sure what’s better, the excellent in tune advice or Lisa’s soothing voice. It’s like ASMR and self help combined into one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JTown84
    United Statesa month ago
  • Episode 291

    I want to say thank you. My son (11) and out family is dealing with a similar situation atm. It was so helpful to recognise my not so helpful comments or strategies but also the helpful bits (not making what’s happening more than what it is). When my son comes home later i will be letting him to vent, as last time he said something i was so hurt that i told him enough about this. But now i realise i am his safe place and now i’m more aware of how to approach his feelings. So thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AllyM87
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Very interesting and informative.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Mtl
    2 months ago
  • My go to for parenting teens!

    Love this podcast. Lisa’s advice is well informed and caring and her voice is wonderfully warm and caring. The podcast has made the difference for my family more than once. When I’m overwhelmed with parenting the down to earth caring advice offered here help me feel I’m not alone.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carrie SkyTree
    United States3 months ago
  • Awesome

    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)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cacakekoo
    United States4 months ago

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Audience values real-world, actionable strategies that can be implemented at home.
Listeners frequently mention the hosts' empathetic approach and the usefulness of scripts and conversation starters.
Some listeners note a preference for fewer guest episodes and heavier emphasis on host-led coaching.
Feedback highlights strong expertise from the two hosts, with positive reception to research-backed insights.
Parents appreciate practical, compassionate guidance and evidence-based recommendations.

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296: Avoidance Feeds Anxiety: When to Make Teens Do Hard Things | Dr. Meredith Elkins
Q: How do you help families make their kid feel worse on the way to getting better?
Elkins recommends connecting the work to the teen's goals, building rapport, and using gradual exposure. Parents can also reduce anxiety-reinforcing accommodations in a planned, supportive way, with guidance from a therapist when needed.
296: Avoidance Feeds Anxiety: When to Make Teens Do Hard Things | Dr. Meredith Elkins
Q: What is the difference between nerves that are not that fun and an anxiety disorder?
Elkins explains that anxiety exists on a continuum, and clinicians look at how much it interferes with daily life, the level of distress, and how long it has lasted. When all three are significant, intervention is warranted.
295: Situated: How Your Choices Today Shape Your Child's Tomorrow | Angela Duckworth
Q: What would be your advice to families about making the most of the contexts around teenagers?
Duckworth recommends taking school choice and neighborhood seriously because each shapes a teen's surroundings, peers, and social norms. Families can use those choices to make supportive behavior and relationships more likely.
295: Situated: How Your Choices Today Shape Your Child's Tomorrow | Angela Duckworth
Q: Why this book and why you to write it?
Duckworth wanted to address how people can change their objective situations, not only their thoughts about them. Her background studying grit made her especially aware that effort is more effective in some circumstances than others.
How to Handle Halloween Group Costume Drama | Dr. Tori Cordiano
Q: What should parents advise when a middle-schooler is unsure whether to say something in a group chat?
Help the teen pause and think through how a message might land, whether another conversation setting would work better, and what they might say before posting. If the chat becomes harmful, parents can set limits and offer a face-saving reason to leave.

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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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2. Angela Duckworth
3. Tori Cordiano
4. Lauren Regula
5. Michelle Icard
6. Dr. Mark McConville
7. Dr. Kelly Bhatnagar
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