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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36: Helping Kids Manage Grief and Loss

36: Helping Kids Manage Grief and Loss

"If the pandemic is about anything, it's about loss,” says Dr. Lisa Damour. Grief can come in different forms - from losing a loved one, to mourning the loss of senior year in high school, to not gett...

20 Huhti 202131min

35: Sexy Social Media. Where Should Parents Draw the Line?

35: Sexy Social Media. Where Should Parents Draw the Line?

How do you talk to kids about social media postings that might cross a line? What's the best way to start a conversation with your sons and daughters about what's too sexy for public consumption? A pa...

13 Huhti 202130min

34: How to Raise an Adult

34: How to Raise an Adult

How do you prepare kids for life in the real world? Author Julie Lythcott-Haims joins Lisa and Reena for a conversation on the non-academic skills your children need to succeed as they move into young...

6 Huhti 202132min

33: Encore Podcast: Toolbox for Terrible Times

33: Encore Podcast: Toolbox for Terrible Times

As we move into the next phase of this pandemic we take listeners back to an encore presentation of "Toolbox for Terrible Times: How to Manage Hopelessness and Helplessness." Lisa offers specific tool...

30 Maalis 202130min

32: Lying, Sneaking, Cheating. What Keeps Kids From Being Honest?

32: Lying, Sneaking, Cheating. What Keeps Kids From Being Honest?

There are many reasons why kids lie to parents. Dr. Lisa gives several explanations for why kids sometimes don’t tell the truth and shares stories from her practice of the difficult scenarios she's he...

23 Maalis 202132min

31: My Kid Looked at Porn. What Should I Do?

31: My Kid Looked at Porn. What Should I Do?

Talking to a child about pornography might not be a conversation most parents think of having. However, by the age of sixteen, 90% of kids have looked at porn. Dr. Lisa Damour explains that kids' inte...

16 Maalis 202130min

30: My Kids & I Have Hit a Wall. How Do We Keep Going?

30: My Kids & I Have Hit a Wall. How Do We Keep Going?

With the one year anniversary of the pandemic approaching there are reasons to be hopeful. The infection rates are dropping and more vaccines are being distributed. So why do so many people still feel...

9 Maalis 202130min

29: How Do I Get My Kid Into Mindfulness?

29: How Do I Get My Kid Into Mindfulness?

Finding time to quiet your mind can have real benefits for you and your child. Author, instructor, mom, and entrepreneur Mallika Chopra is our special guest. She says that meditation isn’t just repeat...

2 Maalis 202132min

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