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3. Translating Teen Language and Behavior

Episode #3

Tess Connolly and Dr. Cam Caswell discuss how to translate teens language and behaviors in this episode; 

  • Dr cam talks about her struggle as a teen and that she is still grounded
  • So much of the conflict with teens is our misunderstood communication
  • Why she calls herself “The Teen Translator”
  • Why teens get a bad rap and why we have information bias that is negative re: teens
  • Dr Cam believes the teen years can be some of the best years for you as a parent, when we understand their behavior
  • Teens have a natural curiosity and they challenge us and the world 
  • Our reactions as parents contribute to some of the our teens behaviors
  • How  “eye-rolling” is like an “unfollow” with our teens
  • Teens really don’t want to disappoint us and trying to voice their feelings 
  • How important it is for teens to be able to express themselves and communicate how they feel about something
  • Teens need to learn a better way to communicate by us parents teaching them
  • Teen having an ‘attitude’ = teen not being heard most of the time and wanting parents to  listen to me
  • The more anger and ‘meaner’ the teens behavior is the more hurt and pain they are feeling
  • What lazy behavior and lack of motivation means with teens
  • Give praise and acknowledgement when they follow through with expectations
  • Why teens don’t tell us things...and it’s not what you think

 

You can find more about Dr. Cameron Caswell, The Teen Translator here: https://www.askdrcam.com/

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