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In this episode, hosts Will and Zach delve into the pressing issue of teenage anxiety, a struggle that many parents are seeking to understand and address. They explore the concept of 'Hikikomori,' a term born in Japan that encapsulates the all-too-common response to fear: avoidance.
Will, drawing on his unique experience as a college president in Japan in the late 90s, shares insights into how this concept of Hikikomori can be applied to today's youth in the United States. He reflects on his learnings about fear and how they can help us comprehend the growing trend of anxiety-induced withdrawal among teenagers in the increasingly intimidating world we live in today.
Not to miss out, Zach promises to reveal one of his effective anxiety hacks - a tool that could be transformative in addressing fear. So, tune in for an enlightening conversation that promises to equip you better in supporting your anxious teen or yourself.
Fear Less is sponsored by Mountain Valley Treatment Center.
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In this episode, hosts Will and Zach delve into the pressing issue of teenage anxiety, a struggle that many parents are seeking to understand and address. They explore the concept of 'Hikikomori,' a term born in Japan that encapsulates the all-too-common response to fear: avoidance.
Will, drawing on his unique experience as a college president in Japan in the late 90s, shares insights into how this concept of Hikikomori can be applied to today's youth in the United States. He reflects on his learnings about fear and how they can help us comprehend the growing trend of anxiety-induced withdrawal among teenagers in the increasingly intimidating world we live in today.
Not to miss out, Zach promises to reveal one of his effective anxiety hacks - a tool that could be transformative in addressing fear. So, tune in for an enlightening conversation that promises to equip you better in supporting your anxious teen or yourself.
Fear Less is sponsored by Mountain Valley Treatment Center.

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