219: My Kid is a Hypochondriac. What Can I Do?

219: My Kid is a Hypochondriac. What Can I Do?

Is your child constantly worried about their health, thinking that every minor ache or pain could be a potential medical crisis? Dr. Lisa and Reena dive deep into the world of illness anxiety disorder (aka "hypochondria"), revealing why teens obsess over health symptoms and how parents can compassionately support their anxious kids. Learn expert strategies to distinguish between real medical concerns and anxiety-driven health fears, understand the psychological roots of health obsessions, and discover practical tools to help your child break free from constant worry. From social media's impact on body image to the hidden emotional triggers behind health anxieties, this episode is a must-listen for parents navigating the complex landscape of teen mental health. We want to hear from you! Share in the comments: Has your child ever struggled with health anxiety, and how did you handle it? Online illness anxiety course with downloadable workbook. ________________ Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Raising Tweens & Teens is the essential podcast for parents seeking expert guidance, tested strategies, and psychological insights on raising kids, especially tweens and teens. Join renowned clinical psychologist Dr. Lisa Damour and former journalist and mom of two Reena Ninan as they explore real-life parenting challenges. Looking to learn more about how to boost kids’ resilience, build their confidence, or support their emotional well-being? Dr. Lisa and Reena have got you covered! Together they address listener questions about stress, anxiety, social media concerns, school pressures, and challenges in peer relationships. Each episode provides practical advice and science-backed solutions to help parents raise resilient, confident, and emotionally healthy kids. Tune in every week for the latest topics in parenting, child psychology, and family wellness. Get answers to your most pressing parenting questions. New episodes drop every Tuesday. Check out our Ask Lisa Podcast Playlists. Binge specific topics like Raising Sons, Staying Connected to Your Teen: https://www.youtube.com/@asklisapodcast/playlists ________________ Episode Keywords: hypochondria, illness anxiety disorder, health anxiety, body image, teenage stress, medical fears Show Keywords: ask lisa podcast, dr lisa damour, reena ninan, psychology, parenting, podcast, teens, tweens, parenting teens, parenting tweens, teen parenting, tween parenting, parenting tips, parenting advice, positive parenting, parenting podcast, teen behavior, tween challenges, raising tweens, raising teens, parenting hacks, parenting help, family dynamics, kids podcast, mental health, teen mental health, attachment styles, emotional intelligence

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90: Should My Kid Play Violent Video Games?

90: Should My Kid Play Violent Video Games?

Do violent video games normalize violence? A parent whose son becomes more aggressive with his sisters after playing certain games writes in asking for advice. Is it best to pull the plug on games lik...

18 Loka 202230min

89: How Do I Get My Teen To Take Charge of Her Life?

89: How Do I Get My Teen To Take Charge of Her Life?

How do we help teens take ownership of their lives, especially if they are feeling overwhelmed by all that adults are asking of them? Dr. Lisa explains how parents can move from nagging teens to seein...

11 Loka 202229min

88: How Do I Get My Son to Give Up Pot?

88: How Do I Get My Son to Give Up Pot?

How do you help a teen who won't stop smoking marijuana? When does a family need to step in? A mom writes in asking for help for her son who has been caught smoking marijuana both at school and at hom...

4 Loka 202229min

87: Do I Really Have to Send My Tween to Sleepovers?

87: Do I Really Have to Send My Tween to Sleepovers?

A parent who hates sleepovers writes in to ask if they are really necessary. Dr. Lisa and Reena weigh the social costs of not allowing kids to host or attend sleepovers and what parents can do instead...

27 Syys 202231min

86: How Do I Pay For College Without Going Broke? Special Guest: Author Ron Lieber

86: How Do I Pay For College Without Going Broke? Special Guest: Author Ron Lieber

College can be incredibly expensive, so how should parents think about covering the cost? What do we say to our kids about what we can, or are willing, to pay? How do you make the most of 529 plans? D...

20 Syys 202247min

85: My Kids Lose it When They Make Sports Mistakes. How Can I Help?

85: My Kids Lose it When They Make Sports Mistakes. How Can I Help?

When kids get stuck or fall apart while playing sports, what should parents do? Dr. Lisa offers strategies for when kids lose their cool, and explains a key change in thinking can help kids manage whe...

13 Syys 202230min

84: How Do I Encourage My Tween to Drop a Bad Friendship?

84: How Do I Encourage My Tween to Drop a Bad Friendship?

Friends are supposed to make you feel better, but what about when kids have "friends" who leave them feeling awful? How do you help tweens and teens identify when a friendship has become toxic and gra...

6 Syys 202228min

83: How Do I Get My Teen to Take School Seriously?

83: How Do I Get My Teen to Take School Seriously?

After more than two years of pandemic-related disruption, there's a lot riding on this school year. But what do you do if your kid doesn't seem to care about grades or how things are going academicall...

30 Elo 202230min

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