There isn't a hard and fast rule around curfews. Every family has to figure out what works for them. The key to setting realistic curfews that both parents and teens can abide by is clear and consistent communication.

As teens start to go out independently with friends in the evenings and on weekends, parents can begin to feel like they are losing control. They might not know who their child is spending time with or what they are doing.

Remember, it is OKAY to ask your teen questions. They may not like it, but it is important to establish trust with your teen as they transition to young adults. Who they are hanging out with? Where are they going? Will there be a parent or a chaperone at house parties? What are the consequences for not returning at the established time?

Your teen may resist answering but they need to understand that building trust around curfews requires open lines of communication and responsible behavior on their end.

Do you struggle to communicate with your teen? Are they constantly tuning you out, ignoring you or giving you push back?

Join Ian Hoge and Shira Myrow as we offer you some easy, clear ways to crack the code and talk to your teen so that they will not only feel heard but so that they will actually listen.

Did you know....

That anorexia nervosa is the third most common chronic illness among adolescent and teenage girls?

That anorexia also has the highest mortality rate of any psychiatric disorder?

And 50% of teenage girls and 30% of teenage boys use unhealthy weight control behaviors?

These are terrifying statistics.

If you are worried about your teenager's unhealthy habits with food, you are not alone. But what should you look for and how do you know when it is time to intervene?

Please join us today for a conversation with Eating Disorder Specialist Crystal Bicego to discuss this complex subject and learn what you can do as a parent to become more aware of the signs.

Raising teenagers has never been easy, but it's also probably never been this hard. And why does it seem like there are so many groups for new parents and parents of younger children, but far less support for older children? Well we are here for you!

Join Shira Myrow and Ian Hoge every other Tuesday for a new episode of Raising Gen Z, the essential guide to raising today's teens.

Many teens struggle to make the transition from living at home to going to college or getting a job and living on their own. Experts call this Failure to Launch. What does it take to successfully prepare your teens for adulthood? If you're struggling with a teen who lacks motivation and direction, isn't taking responsibility or moving towards independence, we have some tips for you.

Join Shira Myrow and Ian Hoge to discuss things that you can be doing now to avoid this impasse in the future.

Dr. Brad Reedy, author of The Journey of the Heroic Parent, joins us this week on Raising GenZ for a special conversation about raising troubled teens. His book has been a lifesaver for parents of teens struggling with mental illness, addiction, eating disorders and teenage angst. Reedy's process teaches parents how to find peace and security in their skills as a parent, even if they've made mistakes, or think they have failed.

Dr. Reedy is also the co-founder and clinical director Evoke Therapy Programs for teens and their parents and hosts his own podcast, Finding You.

On this episode we talk about his unique approach to parenting as well as some of the programs he offers for teens struggling with a variety of issues.

When your teen starts to push back, and exhibit defiant behavior, it can be a defining moment in your relationship. This behavior is a real challenge for parents and can create real anxiety for the both parent and child. Teen and family expert Ian Hoge shares how the opportunity in defiance is to re-evaulate our parenting styles and discover what areas of strength we bring to our parenting and what areas we need to work in order to deal more mindfully and effectively with our teens.

Hook-up culture seems to have surpassed traditional dating among young adults. But is that also the case for our teens? What is your teen telling you about their relationships? Or is it impossible to even find out what a "relationship" looks like for GenZ? Join us today for a conversation with dating and relationship coach Kim Seltzer.

Hey Everyone! RGZ is back with Season 2.

The LGBQT + Spectrum is incredibly complex to navigate.

In the first episode of the season we'll be talking to Dr. Ali Dubin about gender and sexuality. She walks us through the basics and will also help us navigate how to talk to your teens about this complex subject. You won't want to miss it.

Join Shira Myrow on Raising Gen Z, the essential guide to raising today's teens.