Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam

How to Diffuse Teen Meltdowns: Expert Secrets from a Hostage Negotiator


Listen Later

Is your teen's emotional meltdown leaving you feeling overwhelmed and powerless? You're not alone—73% of parents face this challenge. But what if you could learn how to de-escalate these situations and strengthen your bond with your teen?

In this episode, I’m joined by Karleen Savage, a former hostage negotiator and conflict resolution expert. Karleen now helps parents like you master the art of diffusing teen meltdowns and creating calm, cooperative interactions.

She shares proven strategies to navigate your teen's intense emotions with confidence, build trust, and create a positive environment that helps your teen thrive.

 

4 KEY TAKEWAYS FOR PARENTS:

  1. Learn how to de-escalate conflicts by understanding your teen's perspective and avoiding assumptions.
  2. Use open-ended questions and active listening to connect with your teen’s needs and emotions.
  3. Build a stronger relationship with your teen by showing empathy, owning up to mistakes, and fostering trust.
  4. Discover how parents can handle challenging moments with confidence, creating a respectful and supportive relationship.
  5.  

    ENJOYING THE SHOW?

    Help others discover this episode by leaving a rating and review! Your feedback means the world to me and allows us to bring even more valuable insights to parents like you.

    Don’t forget to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode. Thanks so much for your support! 🙏💫 

     

    RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

    • FREE digital download of Karleen’s book, The Confident Teen Blueprint
    •  

      Connect with Karleen:

      • Facebook: @KarleenSavage
      • Instagram: @KarleenSavage
      • LinkedIn: Karleen Savage

         

        Connect with Dr. Cam:

        • Website: AskDrCam.com
        • Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
        • TikTok: @the.teen.translator
        • YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
        • Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
        •  

          ABOUT THE SHOW

          The Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your essential guide to navigating the complexities of adolescence with clarity and confidence. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist, the podcast provides practical strategies and expert insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional development. Whether you're an experienced parent or just starting your journey with teens, this podcast is packed with valuable information to help you thrive.

           

          #TeenParenting #TeenConflictResolution #ParentingTips #TeenEmotions #ParentingTeenagers #DeescalatingTeenAnger #ParentingExpert #FamilyDynamics #TeenMeltdowns #ConflictManagement

          ...more
          View all episodesView all episodes
          Download on the App Store

          Parenting Teens with Dr. CamBy Dr. Cam

          • 4.6
          • 4.6
          • 4.6
          • 4.6
          • 4.6

          4.6

          52 ratings


          More shows like Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam

          View all
          Emotionally Uncomfortable by Hosted by Heather Chauvin | Insights inspired by Mel Robbins, Bréne Brown,

          Emotionally Uncomfortable

          584 Listeners

          The Lazy Genius Podcast by Kendra, The Lazy Genius

          The Lazy Genius Podcast

          6,506 Listeners

          Change Your Brain Every Day by Dr Daniel & Tana Amen

          Change Your Brain Every Day

          1,954 Listeners

          Calm Parenting Podcast by Kirk Martin

          Calm Parenting Podcast

          1,384 Listeners

          Talking To Teens: Expert Tips for Parenting Teenagers by talkingtoteens.com

          Talking To Teens: Expert Tips for Parenting Teenagers

          200 Listeners

          Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee by Dr Rangan Chatterjee: GP & Author

          Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee

          4,030 Listeners

          The Peter Attia Drive by Peter Attia, MD

          The Peter Attia Drive

          7,964 Listeners

          On Purpose with Jay Shetty by iHeartPodcasts

          On Purpose with Jay Shetty

          27,094 Listeners

          Raising Good Humans by Dear Media, Aliza Pressman

          Raising Good Humans

          1,864 Listeners

          Parenting Today's Teens by Mark Gregston

          Parenting Today's Teens

          320 Listeners

          Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Parenting by Dr. Lisa Damour/Good Trouble Productions

          Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Parenting

          822 Listeners

          Huberman Lab by Scicomm Media

          Huberman Lab

          28,343 Listeners

          Good Inside with Dr. Becky by Dr. Becky Kennedy

          Good Inside with Dr. Becky

          4,348 Listeners

          The Mel Robbins Podcast by Mel Robbins

          The Mel Robbins Podcast

          20,981 Listeners

          Parenting & You With Dr. Shefali by Dr. Shefali / Maia Wisdom

          Parenting & You With Dr. Shefali

          161 Listeners