Mental Health Podcast Raising Resilient Sons: Practical Advice for Supporting Teenage Boys as They Navigate Mental Health Crises
In this podcast, we delve into the unique mental health challenges that teenage boys face in today's world and provide actionable strategies for parents and caregivers to help cultivate resilience in their sons. From societal pressures to academic stressors, adolescence can be a turbulent time, particularly for young men who may feel societal expectations to suppress emotions and tough it out alone. However, we believe that with the right support and guidance, every teenage boy has the potential to develop the resilience needed to thrive in the face of adversity. Join us as we explore a range of topics, which include understanding highly sensitive teens, fostering self-esteem, experiential therapy, creating a safe and supportive environment within the family, and residential treatment programs. Our expert guests share their insights and experiences, offering practical advice and evidence-based strategies for nurturing the mental well-being of teenage boys. Whether you're a parent, educator, mentor, or anyone invested in the well-being of young men, this podcast is for you. Together, let's empower our sons to navigate life's challenges with strength, courage, and resilience.
Ep. 1: Understanding the Unique Needs of Highly Sensitive Teens: A Comprehensive Guide for Parents
This episode explores raising highly sensitive teenage boys, offering guidance on navigating social challenges, understanding the effects of sensitivity, and equipping parents with strategies to foster emotional growth and resilience.
Ep. 3: Cultivating Resilience in Teens With an Anxious Attachment Style
Explore teen attachment styles: secure, avoidant, ambivalent, and disorganized. Learn how you can help your son overcome anxious patterns, build resilience, and create a secure emotional foundation for positive self-development.
Ep. 4: How Residential Treatment Can Prepare Highly Sensitive Teens to Thrive in a World That is Unkind to Sensitive People
Discover when residential treatment is necessary and how it can provide the structure and accountability many teens need. Learn how experiential therapies, such as equine therapy, can help teens build confidence and resilience.
Ep. 5: Recognizing the Signs of Autism in Teen Boys: A Guide for Parents
Unpack ASD and neurodiversity in teen boys. Learn characteristics, challenges, and effective strategies to support your son. Explore emotional regulation, social awareness, life skills development, and the importance of encouraging self-acceptance.
Ep. 7: The Emotional Toll on Parents of Teens With Autism: Practical Advice and Strategies for Parents
This episode explores the challenges of raising a son with ASD, offering parents advice on supporting him and themselves. Therapists address burnout, and guilt, and highlight self-care, communication, and family therapy.
