60: How Do We Help Kids Through Divorce?
As divorce numbers rise in the pandemic, we take a closer look at how divorce affects children. Dr. Lisa walks us through how children at different ages process their parents' separation. How can pare...
14 Des 202131min
59: My Daughter Is the Mean Girl. What Do I Do?
What if your child is the one who is hurting other kids feelings at school? A concerned mom discovers that her daughter, who has been struggling socially, is pushing peers away by being too critical. ...
7 Des 202129min
58: Does My Child Have OCD?
How do you know if your child has Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)? A parent writes in worried about her daughter’s compulsive behavior and anxiety around germs. Dr. Lisa describes OCD, how it take...
30 Nov 202129min
57: Happy Holidays? Dealing with Difficult Relatives.
As we reconnect with family over the holidays how do we deal with difficult relatives? Dr. Lisa explains the importance of crafting a plan that can help navigate what should be a happy time of year. W...
23 Nov 202126min
56: Encore: My Child is Turning Into a Teenager. How Do I Handle It?
Managing the teenage years can be overwhelming. Dr. Lisa explains what the toughest year is for teens and why. When kids hit thirteen they often become highly emotional. What happens in the brain and ...
16 Nov 202129min
55: How Do I Keep My Kids Grounded in a Materialistic World?
What should parents do when their kids want to own the same luxury goods that belong to some of their friends and classmates? Dr. Lisa explains how we can respond to requests for expensive gifts, and ...
9 Nov 202126min
54: How and When Do I Give My Kid a Phone?
What’s the right age to get your kid a cell phone? Dr. Lisa and Reena look at the research on both sides of the debate. When a parent writes in asking if thirteen might be the right age, Lisa shares w...
2 Nov 202126min
53: Should I Comment on My Child’s Weight?
How do we teach kids healthy eating habits without focusing on calories or portion size? A parent writes in asking for advice about whether she should say something about her daughter's increasing wei...
26 Okt 202128min
