Tess Connolly and Dr. Cam Caswell discuss how to translate teens language and behaviors in this episode; 

• Dr cam talks about her struggle as a teen and that she is still grounded
• So much of the conflict with teens is our misunderstood communication
• Why she calls herself “The Teen Translator”
• Why teens get a bad rap and why we have information bias that is negative re: teens
• Dr Cam believes the teen years can be some of the best years for you as a parent, when we understand their behavior
• Teens have a natural curiosity and they challenge us and the world 
• Our reactions as parents contribute to some of the our teens behaviors
• How  “eye-rolling” is like an “unfollow” with our teens
• Teens really don’t want to disappoint us and trying to voice their feelings 
• How important it is for teens to be able to express themselves and communicate how they feel about something
• Teens need to learn a better way to communicate by us parents teaching them
• Teen having an ‘attitude’ = teen not being heard most of the time and wanting parents to  listen to me
• The more anger and ‘meaner’ the teens behavior is the more hurt and pain they are feeling
• What lazy behavior and lack of motivation means with teens
• Give praise and acknowledgement when they follow through with expectations
• Why teens don’t tell us things...and it’s not what you think

 

You can find more about Dr. Cameron Caswell, The Teen Translator here: https://www.askdrcam.com/

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