Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Parenting

“Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Parenting” is the essential podcast for parents seeking expert guidance, tested strategies, and psychological insights on raising kids, especially tweens and teens. Join renowned clinical psychologist Dr. Lisa Damour and former journalist and mom of two Reena Ninan as they explore real-life parenting challenges.  

Looking to learn more about how to boost kids’ resilience, build their confidence, or support their emotional well-being? Dr. Lisa and Reena have got you covered! Together they address listener questions about stress, anxiety, social media concerns, school pressures, and challenges in peer relationships. Each episode provides practical advice and science-backed solutions to help parents raise resilient, confident, and emotionally healthy kids.

Tune in every week for the latest topics in parenting, child psychology, and family wellness. Get answers to your most pressing parenting questions. New episodes drop every Tuesday.


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Kids & Family
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109: Encore: Why Are Our Kids So Mean To Us?
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108: How Do I Help My Disorganized High School ...
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107: Lisa's New Book! The Emotional Lives of Te...
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106: Should I Give the Sex Talk if I Think I'm ...
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105: My Kid Complains Constantly. How Do I Get ...
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104: How Do I Support My LGBTQ+ Daughter?
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103: How Do I Talk My Teen Out of Vaping?
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102: Encore: My Son Messed Up. Can I Keep Him f...
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101: How Do I Get My Teen Sons to Talk to Me?
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100: How Can Parents Find Joy and Energy in th...
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99: Encore: How Do I Keep My Kids Grounded in a...
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98: My Friends' Kids Are Excluding My Kid. What...
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97: Should I Track My Teen's Location?
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96: How Do I Raise Financially Responsible Kids...
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95: Encore: Happy Holidays? Dealing with Diffic...
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94: My Clingy Teen Hates Going to School. How D...
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93: Should I Monitor My Kid’s Grades Online?
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92: I’m Not Ready for My Kid to Be in Love. Help!
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91: My Kid Hates Being A Late Bloomer. How Can ...
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90: Should My Kid Play Violent Video Games?
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87: Do I Really Have to Send My Tween to Sleepo...
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