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Parenting in the Screen Age - The Screenagers Podcast

Delaney Ruston, MD
Social Media
Mental Health
Screen Time
Parenting
Teenagers
Screenagers
Anxiety
Instagram
Teen Vaping
Screen Time Management
Cannabis
Teen Mental Health
Nicotine Addiction
Bullying
Sleep Deprivation
Video Gaming
Snapchat
Depression
Video Game Addiction
Smartphones

Join Delaney Ruston, MD — a leading authority on parenting in the screen age and the filmmaker behind the award-winning Screenagers movies — as she explores the challenges parents face raising kids in today's digital world: think smartphones, social media, video games, and more. Through interviews with experts, thought leaders, and young people themselves, Parenting in the Screen Age delivers the ... more

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In many schools today, students hesitate to give class presentations. Not because of stage fright, but because they're afraid of being secretly recorded and mocked on social media.

Principals across the country are spending their time managing the ... more

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Originally published Jan 2024

In this episode of The Screenagers Podcast, Dr. Delaney Ruston explores the complex issue of weed use among teenagers in today's digital world. The discussion delves into how cannabis is portrayed and often glamorized ... more

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Why do some kids and teens get overly frustrated and bored when it's time to turn off their video games? How to know when game playing has become excessive? What are tips that all families should know for ensuring healthy video game play?

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In today's episode, Dr. Ruston interviews tech journalist Manoush Zomorodi about her book Body Electric and a movement to normalize periodic movement breaks from screens.

Zomorodi talks about research that shows five minutes of gentle movement ever... more

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Recent Guests

Sharon Levy
Director of the Adolescent Substance Use and Addiction Program, Boston Children's Hospital; Professor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School
Boston Children's Hospital; Harvard Medical School
Episode: How Does Our Digital Age Impact Teen Weed Use? (encore)
Dr. Clifford Sussman
Child and adolescent psychiatrist who specializes in helping youth regain balance from tech overuse
Independent clinician; cited expert on brain reward pathways
Episode: Brain Biology and Preventing Excessive Video Gaming (encore)
Manoush Zomorodi
Tech journalist, host of the TED Radio Hour, author of Body Electric
TED Radio Hour; author of Body Electric
Episode: A Health Move That Will Change Your Life, with Manoush Zomorodi
Lisa Wade
Author of American Hookup; associate professor at Tulane University in sociology, gender and sexual studies
Tulane University
Episode: What Does "Hookup Culture" Actually Mean? Answers for Parents and Teens (encore)
Natalie Foos
Director of VoiceBox, platform amplifying youth voices (ages 13-25)
VoiceBox
Episode: Kids Using AI Chatbots: The Risks Parents Can't Ignore (encore)
Erin Schoenfelder Gonzalez
Researcher and clinical psychologist focusing on ADHD
Seattle Children's Hospital
Episode: ADHD, Screens, and Sleep: Strategies to Help Kids and Teens
Megan Moreno
Professor and researcher focused on social media and youth mental health
Center of Excellence on Social Media and Youth Mental Health, University of Wisconsin–Madison
Episode: Screen Time Solutions from the AAP's Leading Experts on Kids, Screens & Social Media
Jenny Radesky
Pediatrician and researcher in child development and media use
Center of Excellence on Social Media and Youth Mental Health, University of Michigan
Episode: Screen Time Solutions from the AAP's Leading Experts on Kids, Screens & Social Media
Raven Twilling
Program coordinator for Bay Area Community Resources in Marin County, California, focusing on nicotine prevention and advocacy.
Bay Area Community Resources
Episode: How High Schoolers Took on Big Tobacco and Won

Host

Delaney Ruston
Host of the show and creator of Screenagers films; physician and filmmaker focused on parenting in the screen age

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 201 ratings
  • Thoughtful guidance for raising kids in a digital world

    I’ve been following your work for several years now, and your podcast has been incredibly helpful as I navigate life with my digital-native kids. The conversations are thoughtful, practical, and grounded in real life—something I deeply appreciate as a parent trying to make intentional decisions in a rapidly changing digital landscape.

    Your podcast has also helped me approach technology decisions more thoughtfully. My daughter is currently in 7th grade and doesn’t have a phone yet, and I’m not s... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lovlee1999
    United States5 months ago
  • Great for parents and non-parents alike!

    Even as someone without kids (but with many nieces and nephews), I found the ideas in this podcast surprisingly relevant and thought-provoking. In the episode “How to Motivate Our Kids Without Nagging Them”, the discussion about adopting a mentor mindset and the concept of offering “wise feedback” made me reflect on how encouragement, autonomy, and guidance can be more effective than pressure or criticism. It’s a great listen not just for parents, but for anyone interested in improving how they ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KS PNW
    United States5 months ago
  • Great topics!

    Great insight on teenage culture. Helpful advice for all parents!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sealsdad
    United States5 months ago
  • Enlighting!

    I plan to share this show with as many parents I know.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    17 Dentj
    United Statesa year ago
  • Always insightful

    Dr. Ruston tackles a variety of challenging topics for parents of young children. I’ve been able to take advise or insight from each episode and implement it into the way I parent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stinjohn07
    United Statesa year ago

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Accessible for non-parents and parents alike, with useful feedback techniques.
Thoughtful guidance for raising kids in a digital world; practical and research-grounded.
Guests provide actionable advice for teen tech use and safety.

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What Does "Hookup Culture" Actually Mean? Answers for Parents and Teens (encore)
Q: Can you explain what hookup culture means?
A hookup culture is an environment where sexual encounters happen but are framed as nonromantic and are socially supported as the norm in contemporary college life; it is reinforced by scripts about how to act, who should do what, and how people should feel after.
ADHD, Screens, and Sleep: Strategies to Help Kids and Teens
Q: How should sleep be addressed for kids with ADHD, particularly with late-night screen use?
Acknowledge that delayed sleep phase is common; shift lights out earlier in small increments, create a structured wind-down routine, and promote screen-free periods before bedtime to leverage natural melatonin declines and improve morning alertness.
ADHD, Screens, and Sleep: Strategies to Help Kids and Teens
Q: What can parents do to support kids with ADHD in daily life, especially around screen time and motivation?
Focus on intervention at the point of performance in real-life settings, equip parents with skills to provide positive feedback, create family routines like a media plan, set clear, realistic limits, and use external rewards to reinforce new behaviors while avoiding constant lectures.
ADHD, Screens, and Sleep: Strategies to Help Kids and Teens
Q: What does ADHD look like across different ages, and how does it manifest differently in kids versus teens?
ADHD presents with similar brain basis across ages, but symptoms shift: younger kids show more hyperactive and impulsive behaviors; by later elementary and adolescence, inattention and planning difficulties become more prominent, with teens often showing internal restlessness and greater challenges with organization and follow-through.
Recovered Gaming Addict Shares His Story And Advice (Encore)
Q: What do you say to those kids and teens who are really having a hard time staying on course in school?
Reframe schoolwork as a way to sharpen skills for productivity, and encourage them to manage their time so they can still enjoy gaming responsibly.

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A show focused on navigating parenting in a highly digital world, blending science, practical tips, and real-world stories from researchers, clinicians, educators, and young voices. Episodes frequently tackle screen time, online safety, adolescent development, and communication strategies with teens, often highlighting how to balance protection with autonomy. Notably, guests span pediatricians, psychologists, educators, and youth advocates, providing evidence-based guidance and actionable approaches for families, schools, and communities. The format tends to pair expert insight with relatable anecdotes, making complex topics accessible for busy parents and guardians seeking concrete steps to foster healthier tech habits and stronger parent–... more

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