Helping Your Teen Navigate Behavior Changes and Loss
Parenting Today's Teens
10/16/24
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In this episode, Mark Gregston shares how to support teens through various forms of loss — from the death of a loved one to the impact of bullying. He emphasizes the need for parents to recognize these subtle emotional struggles and engage with their children by asking meaningful questions. Tune in for practical tips to help guide your teen through these emotional challenges.
For more ways to engage with your teen at a deeper level, check out the e-course, Five Ways to Stay Engaged With Your Teen, at parentingtodaysteens.thinkific.com/courses/five-ways-to-stay-engaged
Parenting Today's Teens is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit parentingtodayteens.org
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•22m
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For more on the Heartlight residential counseling program, go to heartlightministries.org
Parenting Today's Teens is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit parentingtodayteens.org.
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•16m
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For the book bundle mentioned in today’s episode, visit parentingtodaysteens.org/product/teen-struggle-bundle.
Parenting Today's Teens is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit parentingtodayteens.org.
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