Growth & Development

A young child lies on their side on an orange shag carpet, looking at a tablet or phone screen with a focused expression

250: The Anxious Generation Review (Part 4): Should we ban cell phones at home?

By Jen Lumanlan | Jul 20, 2025

Why rigid phone rules backfire and what builds trust while keeping teens safe online instead.

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248: The Anxious Generation Review (Part 2): Does Social Media Actually Cause Kids’ Depression and Anxiety?

By Jen Lumanlan | Jul 6, 2025

Social media’s link to teen depression isn’t as clear cut as you think; discover what research actually shows.

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247: The Anxious Generation Review (Part 1): Is There Really a Mental Health Crisis in the U.S.?

By Jen Lumanlan | Jun 29, 2025

Are the teen depression increases real, or are we misreading the research behind youth mental health trends?

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246: My Parenting Feels Off Track: Reparenting Helps You Find Your Way Back

By Jen Lumanlan | May 25, 2025

Heal your parenting triggers through reparenting techniques that break intergenerational trauma patterns and deepen connection.

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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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