Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam

Dr. Cam

Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam is THE podcast for determined yet frustrated parents who struggle with connecting and communicating with their teenagers. If you’ve tried everything you can think of, but you still feel like you’re floundering; if you want to parent with confidence, but secretly worry that people are judging you and your kids; if want to set your teen up for success but fear you’re failing them...this podcast is for you. In each episode Adolescent Psychologist and Certified Family Success Coach, Cameron (Dr. Cam) Caswell, PhD guides you around the teenage land minds with practical tips, simple solutions, and words of encouragement. Listen in every week as Dr. Cam chats with different experts and to learn their best kept secrets and insights. Why just try to survive the teen years, when your whole family can thrive? Download Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets to Raising Teens at www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips read less

Helping teens deal with the uncertainty with Dr. Juliana Negreiros + Dr. Katherine Martinez
03-02-2023
Helping teens deal with the uncertainty with Dr. Juliana Negreiros + Dr. Katherine Martinez
If your teen gets easily overwhelmed or freezes when they need to make a decision, this episode is for you. In this episode I’m joined by Dr. Juliana Negreiros and Dr. Katherine Martinez, psychologists and co-authors of Your anxious mind: A teen’s guide to anxiety and panic and Getting uncomfortable with uncertainty for Teens. We’re going to discuss how we can help our teens learn to manage their anxiety and stress through coping, problem-solving, and focusing on where they want to go.      3 Big Takeaways: Understanding that uncertainty takes the central stage of a teen’s life is key to helping them make room for and cope with it. Teens need validation before we start problem-solving. When our kids understand their passions, being brave and facing their fears becomes a lot easierEffective parenting starts with the end: we need to take the time to understand where we want our kids to end up so we can know where to begin. Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others would appreciate the guidance and encouragement, please take a quick moment to rate and review. Reviews from my listeners are extremely valuable and greatly appreciated. Review on iTunes.   Subscribe to the Podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, YouTube, Google, Spotify. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device or listen LIVE in my Private Facebook Group.
Advocating for Classroom Inclusion with Olivier Bernier
31-01-2023
Advocating for Classroom Inclusion with Olivier Bernier
In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, I’m joined by father and filmmaker Olivier Bernier. Olivier and his wife Hilde created the award-winning documentary, “Forget Me Not: Inclusion in the Classroom,” which follows their journey as their son Emilio with down syndrome prepares to start school. The film aims to break down the social and systemic barriers that routinely segregate and hide children with intellectual disabilities from society. Olivier shares his story and provides guidance on how we can address the inequities in the education system for our own children.    3 Big Takeaways: Children with disabilities are being systematically segregated.Classrooms should mirror the society we want to live in and we all have a part to play.Everyone benefits from inclusive education- both neurotypical children and children with challenges.  Resources Mentioned in This Episode Watch the Film: Forget Me Not: Inclusion in the ClassroomResources about Classroom InclusionDr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens   Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others would appreciate the guidance and encouragement, please take a quick moment to rate and review. Reviews from my listeners are extremely valuable and greatly appreciated. Review on iTunes.   Subscribe to the Podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, YouTube, Google, Spotify. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device or listen LIVE in my Private Facebook Group.
Raising Teens in a Hypercompetitive Culture with Cindy Muchnick
02-01-2023
Raising Teens in a Hypercompetitive Culture with Cindy Muchnick
If you want your teen to thrive within our current hypercompetitive culture and uncertain landscape, this episode is for you.    In this episode  I’m joined by Cindy Muchnick, Educational Consultant and author of The Parent Compass: Navigating Your Teen's Wellness and Academic Journey in Today's Competitive World, which Katie Couric selected as one of the top 11 fall parenting reads.  Cindy shows us how we can best support our teens without having to frantically tutor, manage, and helicopter them.   7 points to the Parent Compass Intact relationshipsLiving a life with purposeBeing confident and secure in one's capabilitiesAttending a "right fit" collegeHaving a zest for exploration and developing insatiable curiosityBeing able to self-advocateEmbracing new challenges and the mistakes/failures/faltering that come along the way.Resources Mentioned in This Episode Buy the Parent Compass on AmazonDr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens   Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others would appreciate the guidance and encouragement, please take a quick moment to rate and review. Reviews from my listeners are extremely valuable and greatly appreciated. Review on iTunes.   Subscribe to the Podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, YouTube, Google, Spotify. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device or listen LIVE in my Private Facebook Group.
9 Tips to Improve Teen Mental Health with Jamie Edelbrock
08-12-2022
9 Tips to Improve Teen Mental Health with Jamie Edelbrock
This is my 3rd anniversary episode with Jamie Edelbrock. Jamie was my very first podcast guest back in 2019. Pre-Pandemic! We were both just starting a new chapter in our life story and scared!  Since then, Jamie has become a prolific advocate for children's mental health. She’s published two award-winning children’s books: Tangled Up and Be the Sparkle, which shine a positive, hopeful light on mental health and therapy. She’s also raising 3 teen girls of her own. Jamie and I talk about what she’s been up to, lessons learned, and 9 powerful ways parents can Be the Sparkle for their teenagers. Be calm Believe them  Ask if and how you can help them  Leave them alone if they want to be left alone  Do not take their words personally  Validate their feelings  Have patience  Listen to connect with them  Talk to a professional if needed   Resources Mentioned in This Episode Buy Tangled UpBuy Be the SparkleDr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens   Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others would appreciate the guidance and encouragement, please take a quick moment to rate and review. Reviews from my listeners are extremely valuable and greatly appreciated. Review on iTunes.   Subscribe to the Podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, YouTube, Google, Spotify. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device or listen LIVE in my Private Facebook Group.
Managing Teen Emotions with Gina Nelson
26-10-2022
Managing Teen Emotions with Gina Nelson
Do your teen’s erratic mood swings and emotional outbursts make you feel like you’re on a never-ending rollercoaster ride? Then this episode is for you. The challenge of dealing with teen emotions is difficult for parents and teens alike. Parents feel like they’re walking on eggshells unsure of what will set their teen off or what to do about it when they do. Teen’s feel overwhelmed by growing demands around school, grades, performance, and behavior and the expectation that they should be able to handle it all and still be pleasant to be around. Although it may seem like a lose-lose situation at times, there are things we can do to change the dynamic. In this episode, I’m joined by Gina Nelson a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the creator of the 10-step method to Combating Teen Anxiety.   Gina teaches us how to help our teens manage their big emotions and have conversations about tough topics in a way that makes them feel safe and calm.   Resources Mentioned in This Episode Combating Teen Anxiety free mini courseCombating Teen Anxiety Teen-Parent Journal on pre-order at Amazon Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens   Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others would appreciate the guidance and encouragement, please take a quick moment to rate and review. Reviews from my listeners are extremely valuable and greatly appreciated. Review on iTunes.   Subscribe to the Podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, YouTube, Google, Spotify. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device or listen LIVE in my Private Facebook Group.
Helping Teenagers’ Tame Anxiety
24-10-2022
Helping Teenagers’ Tame Anxiety
Are you baffled about why your teen is so anxious? Do you want to know how to help them? If so, this episode is for you. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, 32% of teens suffered from an anxiety disorder in the last year compared to just 19% of adults, and the numbers keep growing.  What’s going on?! In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Loretta Breuning, author of many personal development books, including Habits of a Happy Brain: Retrain Your Brain to Boost Your Serotonin, Dopamine, Oxytocin and Endorphin Levels. She is also the Founder of the Inner Mammal Institute which helps thousands of people make peace with their inner mammal. Dr. Breuning teaches us how anxiety shows up in the brain and how we can use that information to help our teens (and ourselves) manage anxiety more effectively.   Resources Mentioned in This Episode Books by Dr. Loretta BreuningHabits of a Happy Brain: Retrain Your Brain to Boost Your Serotonin, Dopamine, Oxytocin, and Endorphin LevelsStatus GamesTame Your Anxiety: Rewiring Your Brain for HappinessThe Science of Positivity Inner Mammal Institute Video SeriesDr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens   Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others would appreciate the guidance and encouragement, please take a quick moment to rate and review. Reviews from my listeners are extremely valuable and greatly appreciated. Review on iTunes.   Subscribe to the Podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, YouTube, Google, Spotify. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device or listen LIVE in my Private Facebook Group.
Building Up Your Teen’s Self-Confidence with Kate Lund
10-10-2022
Building Up Your Teen’s Self-Confidence with Kate Lund
If your teenager has low self-confidence or is anxious about being picked on, this episode is for you. 7 in 10 girls believe that they are not good enough or don’t measure up in some way, including their looks, performance in school, and friendships.  Boys struggle with self-esteem almost as much. When teens feel bad about themselves, they may try to avoid normal daily activities like going to school, or often engage in unhealthy activities like cutting, bullying, disordered eating, and even losing themselves in video games.  What can we do? In this episode, I’m joined by Clinical Psychologist, Kate Lund, who has worked with major hospitals, schools, and hundreds of parents. Her international bestselling book Bounce is the ultimate guide to helping children build resilience and thrive in all areas of life.     Kate and I discuss: How to help your teens build resilienceCommon mistakes parents make trying to build their teen’s confidenceThe #1 thing parents can do to build their child’s self-esteem   Resources Mentioned in This Episode Kate Lund’s WebsiteBounce Help Your Child Build Resilience and Thrive in School, Sports and LifeThe Seven Pillars of a Resilient Child parenting courseDr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens   Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others would appreciate the guidance and encouragement, please take a quick moment to rate and review. Reviews from my listeners are extremely valuable and greatly appreciated. Review on iTunes.   Subscribe to the Podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, YouTube, Google, Spotify. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device or listen LIVE in my Private Facebook Group.
Teenage Suicide & Depression with Elliot Kallen
24-08-2022
Teenage Suicide & Depression with Elliot Kallen
The American Academy of Pediatrics recently declared adolescent mental health a national emergency, as rates of depression, anxiety, self-harm and suicidal thoughts continue to skyrocket. The pandemic brought this serious issue to the forefront, but this uptick started years before COVID arrived on the scene.   Sadly, and too often, the parents of these teens are the last to learn about their child's mental health struggles—and often too late to take action. In this episode, I’m joined by Elliot Kallen, the Co-Founder and President of A Brighter Day, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing suicide by helping teens manage their depression and stress. Elliot is going to teach us what warning signs to look for and what we can do to protect our teens from the number one preventable cause of death.   Key Takeaways Warning signs: drastic change in behavior patterns (sleep habits, eating, socializing) Redefine what failure means to remove implicit stressWhat we want for our child may not align with who they are and what they need.What parents can do: Listen!Cell phones create a highlight reel of everyone else’s life. Makes it seem like everyone else has a better life than they do. They feel like a victimMake dinner a cell phone free environment - for EVERYONE -- and talk.Ask questions: What are their favorite classes and why? Favorite activity and why?To make room for all the things we pack into our child’s life to ensure they succeed is often at the expense of the most important thing - time to build a connection with us.You can’t depend on the schools to care for your child’s mental health. They don’t have the training or the bandwidth. You need to take it into your own hands.   Resources Mentioned in This Episode Text "BRIGHTER" to 741741 for 24/7 mental health supportParent Survival Toolkit and a Teen Survival ToolkitDr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens   Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it with a friend.   Subscribe to the Podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast right here on YouTube!
Ending Child Abuse in Youth Sports with Dr. Amy Saltzman
18-07-2022
Ending Child Abuse in Youth Sports with Dr. Amy Saltzman
If your teen is involved in sports, this episode is for you. We encourage our children to get involved in sports for many reasons: have fun, meet friends, get exercise, and learn valuable skills like teamwork, perseverance, and sportsmanship. Unfortunately, there is also an epidemic of abuse as well—not just at the Olympic and college level, but in our middle and high schools too. In this episode Dr. Amy Saltzman shares tips on how to spot and stop our own children from being abused and what we can do to create a safety net of prevention, healing, and protection to end this epidemic.  Key Takeaways Overt emotional abuse involves yelling and screaming and is easy to detect. Covert emotional abuse is subtle and often extremely hard to detect. Often looks like generosity at first with love bombs (special treatment, praise, gifts, and friendship). Builds trust.   The four primary patterns that covert emotionally abusive coaches weave together to create the web of covert emotional abuse: tangling feelings of specialness and fear, controlling the environment, isolating victims, and distorting the truth.  If child resists going to practice, get curious.  To keep our children safe, we must not only dismantle the spider’s web (the abuser), but also create a safety net of prevention, healing, and protection. Enacting policies that protect children on a national level is crucial to ending the epidemic of abuse and beginning cycles of healing.  If coach is abusive, report them. May also consider pulling child from team.   Resources Mentioned in This Episode Dr. Saltzman’s article See It. Stop It. Heal It:  Ending Cycles of Abuse in Sports and SocietySpot a Spider videosDr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips   Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others would appreciate the guidance and encouragement, please take a quick moment to rate and review. Reviews from my listeners are extremely valuable and greatly appreciated. Review on iTunes.   Subscribe to the Podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, YouTube, Google, Spotify. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device or listen LIVE in my Private Facebook Group.
How to connect with teens with Elise Knox
13-06-2022
How to connect with teens with Elise Knox
If you’re frustrated because your teen refuses to talk to you, wants little to do with you or the rest of family, or snaps at you when you provide guidance, this episode is for you. I’m joined by former middle school teacher turned coach Elise Knox. She shares tips on how to connect with our teens with her three steps to listening without judgment.  Key Takeaways If we haven't healed our past traumas or relationship issues, we project that onto our kids. Be aware of your face, body language, and energy. They pick up on that.If you shut them down and judge them enough times, they will stop coming to you.CBA of listeningClarity:  What do they need from you? Advice or empathy.Breathe: Open your body language, open your mind, and calm your nervous system, so that you can be that open space for them to come and shareAccept: Understand that they're learning how to process things in different ways. If you’re shocked by what they say or don’t’ know what to say, ask, “tell me more.” This puts the ball back in their court and gives you time to compose yourself to process whatever they've said.Beware of futurecasting, which is thinking if they’re doing this now, they’ll always do it. They're never going to get a job. They’re never going to talk to me again.Parenting teens can feel isolating. See outside support and help. You’re not alone.   Resources Mentioned in This Episode Elise’s free communication guide: https://www.eliseknox.com/communication Dr. Cam’s Top 10 Secrets for Raising Teens: www.askdrcam.com/parentingtips   Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others would appreciate the guidance and encouragement, please take a quick moment to rate and review. Reviews from my listeners are extremely valuable and greatly appreciated. Review on iTunes.   Subscribe to the Podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, YouTube, Google, Spotify. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device or listen LIVE in my Private Facebook Group.