Gender Issues

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Episode Summary 10: Burnout vs Depression: The Mental Load of Mothers

By Jen Lumanlan | Jun 14, 2026

Your exhaustion isn’t a brain problem. Learn what research actually says about mothers’ distress – and what would genuinely help.

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249: The Anxious Generation Review (Part 3): Should we ban cell phones in school?

By Jen Lumanlan | Jul 13, 2025

Phone bans are sweeping schools nationwide, but the research reveals surprising truths about their effectiveness—and what students actually need to thrive academically.

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245: Does praise help or hurt your child? What research actually shows

By Jen Lumanlan | May 11, 2025

Is praise helping or harming your child? Discover how praise shapes behavior, motivation, and self-worth—and learn powerful alternatives that foster true connection and autonomy.

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243: Parent Conflict Over Discipline: How to Get on the Same Page

By Jen Lumanlan | Apr 20, 2025

Struggling to get on the same page with your partner about discipline? Tune in to learn strategies to de-escalate conflict in the moment and have non-judgmental, compassionate conversations to build a consistent approach that honors both parenting styles.

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240: How to prepare your kids for the real world

By Jen Lumanlan | Mar 16, 2025

Learn evidence-based strategies for helping children navigate food choices, screen time, and social pressures while preserving their authentic selves and developing critical thinking skills.

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