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Teen relationships and dating can feel confusing and high-stakes for parents—especially in a culture shaped by social media, constant connection, and mixed messages about love […]

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Kyle Wimmer, Founder and CEO of 424 Impact to talk honestly about youth substance use, mental health, […]

Marijuana today isn’t the mild drug many adults remember—it’s a high-potency industry creating serious mental health risks for teens. In this episode, we sit down […]

Parenting a teen today feels different—and harder—than it did even a few years ago. Between academic pressure, social media, anxiety, and constant comparison, our kids […]

Across the Forest Hills community, more parents are rethinking when — and why — kids get smartphones. In this episode, we talk with local families […]

Today’s kids are growing up in a world where marijuana is more accessible and marketed than ever before. My guest today is Julie Driefaldt of […]

Denise Mayer and Dr. Rachel Goldstein discuss the critical topic of eating disorders, aiming to break the silence surrounding this mental health issue. They explore […]

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with a high school senior who decided enough was enough when it came to vaping in her school. […]

Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Dr. Bonnie Halpern-Felsher, founder and director of the REACH Lab at Stanford University. As a developmental psychologist and […]

College Bound: A Parent’s Guide to the Journey Ahead is a must-listen for parents preparing to send their teens off to college—emotionally, practically, and safely. […]