What happens when society changes faster than young people can adapt?

I’m joined by psychologist Jamie Maserow to explore the hidden impacts of lockdowns, remote learning and technology on young people’s wellbeing. We unpack how the disruptions of recent years have shaped mental health, learning, and relationships, and why connection needs to come before correction.

We also talk about why many traditional parenting approaches might not meet the needs of young people today, and what it looks like to build resilience through strong, consistent relationships.

Key takeaways:

• How early learning gaps during lockdowns created lasting impacts
• The rise of ADHD and autism diagnoses post-pandemic
• Why online connection doesn’t replace real-world relationships
• The risks of mislabelling distress as a mental illness
• Why healthy boundaries and parental consistency are critical
• How social media affects young people's sleep, stress and self-esteem
• When therapy helps and why forcing it can backfire
• Practical ways parents and carers can reconnect meaningfully

Resources:

• 📚10 Things I Wish You Knew About Your Child's Mental Health by Bill Garvey
• 🎧Pop Culture Parenting Podcast
• The Therapist in Therapy - Jamie Maserow

Contact Jamie Maserow, Psychologist, Author, Yoga Teacher

Website: jamiemaserow.com 

IG: @the.therapist.in.therapy

Email: [email protected]

If you’re a parent, educator, or anyone supporting young people and you're wondering why things feel harder than they used to, this episode is for you. It’s not about getting everything right, it’s about showing up, staying connected, and being willing to have the conversations that matter.

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