Conquering Teen Anxiety: A Four-Step Guide for Parents

Kids These Days need us to Make Words Matter for good - A podcast by Dr. Beth Trammell, PhD, HSPP - Mondays

Struggling to navigate the stormy seas of your teenager's anxiety? Picture this: you're equipped with a practical four-step guide to better understand and handle these emotional waves, opening up channels of communication rather than shutting them down. I'm Dr. Beth Trammell, a licensed psychologist and your guide on this journey, urging you to suppress the immediate desire to 'fix' things and instead encourage your teen to vocalize their fears. This replay from season 4 will be one you don't want to miss!  Starting with mastering your immediate reactions, the process unfolds into learning how not to impose your solutions, but rather seeking permission to solve problems together. The importance of follow-ups is emphasized to ensure the anxiety isn't bottled up, with tips to execute these casually. Prepare to transcend from being just a parent to becoming your teen's emotional ally as we navigate through their world of anxiety. Let's step into their shoes, comprehend their fears, and work together to conquer anxiety. The road to understanding your teen's emotions starts here. Let's walk it together.www.makewordsmatterforgood.com