The rising threat that many parents are dangerously unaware of: kratom, a plant-based substance often sold right in gas stations and vape shops, is secretly addicting and deadly. Its presence…

Childhood trauma is more common than many parents realize—and its effects can show up in ways we don’t always expect. In this important conversation, psychotherapist and author Beth Tyson joins…

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 and boundaries. In this episode,…

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, and what prevention really looks…

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 with Laura Stack of *Johnny’s…

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 are facing a world that…

Across the Forest Hills community, more parents are rethinking when — and why — kids get smartphones. In this episode, we talk with local families about the “wait” movement, how…

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 “One Chance to Grow Up…

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 the definitions, prevalence, and types…

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. Hear how she turned concern…