Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam

How Parents Are Accidentally Damaging Their Teen's Mental Health

Are today’s teens experiencing a true mental health crisis—or are parents being encouraged to label normal adolescent struggles as disorders? In this thought-provoking episode of the Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast, adolescent psychologist sits down with renowned child and adolescent psychiatrist, author of Searching for Normal, to unpack the rising diagnoses of ADHD, anxiety, depression, and autism in teens.
Parents today are overwhelmed trying to determine when teenage mood swings, defiance, anxiety, and emotional outbursts are “normal” and when they signal something more serious. Dr. Timimi challenges the growing trend of pathologizing ordinary adolescent behavior and explains why over-labeling teens may actually hurt resilience, confidence, and emotional growth.
If you’re worried about your teen’s mental health, struggling with constant conflict, or wondering whether therapy, medication, or diagnosis is the right next step, this episode offers a refreshing and deeply practical perspective. Learn how to support your teen without overreacting, how to identify true mental health red flags, and why strengthening your relationship with your teen may be more powerful than trying to “fix” them.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
How to tell the difference between normal teenage behavior and serious mental health concerns
Why anxiety, moodiness, and teen defiance are often part of healthy adolescent development
The hidden dangers of over-diagnosing ADHD, anxiety, and depression in teenagers
How parents can build resilient, emotionally healthy teens without overprotecting or over-controlling
 
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Searching for Normal by Dr. Sami Timimi
 
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Dr. Sami Timimi
Website: samitamimi.co.uk 
Instagram: @samitamimi
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell
Website: AskDrCam.comInstagram: @DrCamCaswellTikTok: @the.teen.translatorYouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. CamFacebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS
00:00 — Understanding the Rise in Teen Mental Health Diagnoses
05:41 — Are Parents Over-Pathologizing Teen Behavior?
11:04 — Building Resilience Instead of “Fixing” Teens
16:25 — Why Modern Parenting Is Fueled by Fear
21:56 — How Clinical Labels Are Changing Teen Identity
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by , an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth.
Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior, communication issues, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm, each episode provides actionable parenting tools to make raising teens easier and more rewarding.
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The Real Reason Your Teen Pushes You Away — And Why It Has Nothing to Do With You

If your teenager suddenly seems distant, emotional, or wants nothing to do with you, you’re not failing as a parent — and you’re definitely not alone. In this eye-opening episode of the Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast, Dr. Cam Caswell sits down with Aliyah Singh, Hannah Ticajo, and Caitlin Severin from CultivaTeen Roots to unpack the real reason teens push parents away — and why it’s actually a normal part of adolescent development.
Together, they explore the science behind parenting teens, emotional safety, communication, self-regulation, and healthy family relationships. You’ll learn why controlling behavior often damages connection, how social media impacts parenting expectations, and why the key to raising confident, independent teens is shifting from managing them to supporting them. This conversation is packed with practical parenting strategies to help parents reduce conflict, strengthen trust, improve communication with teenagers, and rediscover joy in the teen years.
If you’re exhausted by constant power struggles, worried about losing connection with your child, or wondering how to support your teen without pushing them further away, this episode will give you hope, clarity, and actionable tools you can start using immediately.
 
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
Why teens naturally pull away from parents during adolescence — and what it actually means for your relationship
How emotional safety and nervous system regulation improve communication with teenagers
The parenting shift that helps teens become more independent, responsible, and emotionally resilient
Practical ways to build stronger family relationships without control, pressure, or constant conflict
 
5 KEY TAKEAWAYS FOR PARENTS OF TEENS
1. Connection Grows Through Presence, Not Pressure
Spending calm, low-pressure time together helps teens feel emotionally safe and more willing to connect naturally.
2. Teens Need Support More Than Control
Shifting from “manager” to “consultant” helps teenagers build confidence, independence, and problem-solving skills.
3. Regulated Parents Create Safer Relationships
Parents who practice self-regulation model emotional safety and help reduce tension and conflict at home.
4. Reflective Listening Builds Trust
Teens open up more when parents listen without interrogating, fixing, or immediately offering advice.
5. The Teen Years Shape Long-Term Family Relationships
How parents respond during adolescence strongly impacts future adult relationships with their children.
 
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Listeners can use the code CONNECT to get 20% off of our foundational online course, Making AdoleSense.
 
CONNECT WITH OUR GUESTS
Aliyah Singh, Hannah Ticajo & Caitlin Severin — Cultivate Teen Roots
Website: Cultivate Teen Roots
Instagram: @CultivateTeenRoots
 
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST
Dr. Cam Caswell
Website: AskDrCam.com
Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
TikTok: @the.teen.translator
YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
Facebook: @DrCamCaswell
 
EPISODE CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction to Joyful Parenting02:59 Understanding the Challenges of Parenting Teens05:50 Reframing Connection with Teens08:42 Shifting from Control to Support11:21 The Importance of Emotional Safety14:29 Finding Joy in the Teen Years17:07 The Role of Curiosity in Parenting19:56 Navigating Insecurities and Building Trust22:58 Creating a Safe Space for Communication25:45 Letting Go of Control and Embracing Change28:40 Finding Community and Support31:40 Conclusion and Resources
 
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build stronger family relationships and support your teen’s emotional growth.
Whether you’re struggling with communication, teenage behavior, emotional outbursts, or parenting stress, each episode provides actionable tools to help parenting teens feel more connected, calm, and rewarding.
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Simple Wisdom from Mothers Who Raised Extraordinary Humans with Sheinelle Jones

What does it actually take to raise a confident, resilient, successful teen?
In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, I sit down with Sheinelle Jones, co-host of Today with Jenna and Sheinelle and author of Through Mom's Eyes: Simple Wisdom From Mothers Who Raised Extraordinary Humans, to unpack what she learned from interviewing the moms behind some of the most extraordinary humans, including Lady Gaga, Serena and Venus Williams, Steph Curry, and the Jonas Brothers.
And here’s what stood out: it’s not about perfect parenting, strict rules, or doing everything “right.”
It’s about presence, trust, and knowing what actually matters in the moments that feel hardest.
We talk about what these moms did differently, the biggest regrets they shared (especially around screen time), and why your teen not appreciating you right now is not a sign you’re failing.
If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I doing this right?” this episode will give you clarity, perspective, and a whole lot of relief.
 
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
The surprising common traits mothers of highly successful people share.
Why presence matters more than anything else (and what that actually looks like with teens today)
The biggest parenting regrets —and how to course-correct now
Why your teen’s lack of appreciation is completely normal—and what it really means about your relationship
 
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
📘 Through Mom's Eyes: Simple Wisdom From Mothers Who Raised Extraordinary Humans
 
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Sheinelle Jones
Website/Profile: NBC Insider
Instagram: Sheinelle Jones
 
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell
Website: AskDrCam.com
Instagram: @DrCamCaswell
YouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
 
EPISODE CHAPTERS:
00:00 Why parents question themselves more than ever02:45 What moms of extraordinary humans did differently06:10 The power of presence over perfection09:00 Parenting regrets around screens and connection12:00 Why teens don’t show appreciation (and why that’s okay)15:00 Letting go of control and trusting your teen18:00 Building resilience and “fighting for your joy”
 
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, this podcast offers practical parenting strategies, expert advice, and real-world insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen and support their emotional growth. Whether you’re struggling with teenage behavior or looking to improve communication, each episode provides actionable tips to make parenting teens easier and more rewarding. Perfect for both new and seasoned parents, this podcast helps you build the confidence to handle teen challenges and thrive together.
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Teen Secrecy: Why Your Teen Isn’t Telling You Everything (And What to Do About It)

If your teen is hiding things or not telling you the full truth, it can feel like you’re losing them.
And your instinct?Tighten the rules. Ask more questions. Stay on top of everything.
But here’s the part most parents aren’t told:
Teen secrecy isn’t usually about rebellion or disrespect.It’s about development.
In this episode, I’m breaking down why teens keep secrets, what’s actually going on in their brain, and why common parenting reactions like punishment, pressure, or constant checking often make things worse. 
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
Why teen secrecy does not always mean what you think it means
The response that often makes teens hide even more
What parents miss when they focus only on getting the truth
How to become the person your teen comes to when it matters most
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
The COLLABORATE Method Parenting Program👉 https://www.askdrcam.com/collaboratemethod
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell
Website: AskDrCam.comInstagram: @DrCamCaswellTikTok: @the.teen.translatorYouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. CamFacebook: @DrCamCaswell
EPISODE CHAPTERS
00:00 Why Teen Secrecy Feels So Scary04:30 What’s Actually Going On in Your Teen’s Brain09:00 Why Punishment Backfires13:30 How to Make Honesty Feel Safer18:00 Shifting from Control to Connection
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Each episode gives you practical tools to reduce conflict, build connection, and help your teen grow into a capable, confident adult.
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What to Do If Your Teen Is In Crisis (Advice from a Sandy Hook Mom)

What would you do if your teen told you a classmate was making threats? Most parents freeze — unsure whether to panic, dismiss it, or act.
In this episode, Dr. Cam sits down with Nicole Hockley, co-founder of Sandy Hook Promise and mother who lost her six-year-old son Dylan in the 2012 Sandy Hook tragedy, to talk about one of the most important skills a parent can develop: knowing when something is wrong with your teen before it becomes a crisis.
Nicole has spent over a decade studying the warning signs that precede school violence and teen crisis — and what she shares might surprise you. The signs are rarely dramatic. They're quiet. Easy to explain away. And most parents miss them.
In this episode, you'll learn:
The difference between subtle and overt warning signs — and why the subtle ones are more dangerous
Why dismissing your teen's feelings ("you're overreacting") actually makes things worse
The single most powerful protective factor against teen crisis (hint: it's not monitoring)
What to do when a peer reports something concerning about your child
How to secure lethal means at home — and why this one step saves lives
The tiered response framework that helps you stay calm and act appropriately at every level of concern
A word from Nicole that every parent needs to hear:
"I would much rather be embarrassed by being wrong than be horrified by being right."
Connect with Nicole Hockley & Sandy Hook Promise:
🌐 sandyhookpromise.org
📘 facebook.com/SandyHookPromise
📸 instagram.com/sandyhookpromise
🐦 twitter.com/sandyhook
🎵 tiktok.com/@sandyhookpromise
▶️ youtube.com/channel/UCl5MxshIyRwoFNsFut6UZdA
Resources mentioned:
Sandy Hook Promise's UnTargeting initiative & latest report with Children and Screens: sandyhookpromise.org
If you or your teen is in crisis:
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: call or text 988
Crisis Text Line: text HOME to 741741
Emergency: 911
Your instinct to reach out for help is never an overreaction. This episode could change how you see your teen — and how they see you.
 

Why Consequences Stop Working with Teens (And What to Do Instead)

If consequences used to work… and now they just lead to more attitude, shutdowns, or the same fights on repeat—this episode will explain why.
If you’re parenting a teen and struggling with defiance, power struggles, or constant pushback… you’re not alone.
Because it’s not that your teen suddenly stopped caring.
It’s that their brain has changed—and the tools that worked before don’t work the same way anymore.
In this episode, Dr. Cam sits down with Charle Peck, LCSW, M.Ed., an international keynote speaker, clinical therapist, and former educator who specializes in helping people stay calm and effective under pressure. Charle works with parents, educators, and professionals to transform high-stress situations into opportunities for growth using practical, science-backed strategies.
Together, they unpack what’s really going on when consequences backfire—and the simple shift that can completely change how your teen responds.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
👉 Why teens push back harder the more you try to control them👉 What your teen actually needs in high-conflict moments👉 The hidden reason your reactions may be escalating things👉 A powerful question that instantly lowers defensiveness👉 What to do instead of consequences to get better behavior
If you’re tired of power struggles, walking on eggshells, or feeling like nothing is working anymore… this episode will give you a whole new way to understand—and respond to—your teen.
Because your teen isn’t broken.They’re developing. And they need a different approach.
 
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Connect with Charle Peck:
🌐 Website: https://www.thrivingeducator.org/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlepeck📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlepeck🐦 X: https://twitter.com/CharlePeck
 
🎁 Resource Mentioned:Rapid Resets: https://www.charlepeck.com/pl/2148694979
Connect with your host, Dr. Cam:
🌐 Website: www.askdrcam.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcamcaswell

Stop Punishing Your Teen’s Bad Choices What Actually Builds Better Decision-Making Skills

Are you constantly worried your teen is making bad choices—and feel like consequences are the only way to “teach them a lesson”?
You’re not alone. And you’re not wrong to care.
But what if the very thing you’re doing to prevent bad decisions is actually making them worse?
In this episode, we’re digging into one of the biggest parenting traps: punishing behavior instead of teaching the skills behind it. Because when your teen makes a risky, impulsive, or frustrating choice, it’s easy to assume they’re being careless, defiant, or just not thinking.
But there’s something much deeper going on—and once you see it, everything about how you respond will start to shift.
This isn’t about letting your teen “get away with it.”And it’s definitely not about lowering your standards.
It’s about understanding what your teen actually needs in those moments so they can learn to make better decisions without you hovering, nagging, or constantly stepping in.
Because the goal isn’t to control their choices forever…It’s to raise a teen who can think for themselves when you’re not there.
If you’ve ever:
Replayed a bad decision your teen made and wondered, “What were they thinking?”
Felt stuck between being too strict or too lenient
Worried that giving more freedom will just lead to worse choices
This episode is going to give you a completely different lens—and a better way forward.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE
Why teens make choices that don’t make sense to you (but make perfect sense to them)
The hidden reason punishment often leads to more lying, hiding, and disconnection
What your teen actually needs in the moment of a bad decision (hint: it’s not a lecture)
How to help your teen build real decision-making skills—without constant power struggles
A simple mindset shift that changes how you respond immediately
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RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
✨ The COLLABORATE Method™ Parenting ProgramA step-by-step system to help you stay calm, understand your teen, and guide better choices—without power struggles. www.askdrcam.com/collaboratemethod
CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST: Dr. Cam Caswell
Website: AskDrCam.comInstagram: @DrCamCaswellTikTok: @the.teen.translatorYouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. CamFacebook: @DrCamCaswell
ABOUT THE SHOW
The Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Each episode gives you practical strategies, real-life scripts, and expert insights to help you build a stronger relationship with your teen—without yelling, nagging, or walking on eggshells.
#parentingteens #teenbehavior #drcamcaswell

Teaching Your Teen to Drive: How to Help an Anxious Teen Driver Build Confidence

Teaching your teen to drive can feel terrifying.If your teen is nervous behind the wheel—or keeps delaying getting their license—you’re not alone.
Many teens today feel anxious about driving, and the way parents approach practice can either build confidence… or make that anxiety worse.
In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, Dr. Cam talks with Nigel Tunnacliffe, CEO and co-founder of Coastline Academy, the largest driving school in the country, about how parents can help anxious teen drivers feel more confident and capable behind the wheel.
Nigel shares what professional driving instructors know about teaching teens to drive safely—and why well-meaning parents sometimes make the process harder without realizing it.
If teaching your teen to drive has felt stressful, frustrating, or overwhelming, this episode will help you turn practice drives into confidence-building learning experiences instead of power struggles.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
Why many teens today delay getting their driver’s license
How parent anxiety can accidentally increase teen driving anxiety
The biggest mistake parents make when teaching teens to drive
How professional driving instructors build confidence in anxious teen drivers
When teens are truly ready to start driving independently
How to make practice drives calmer and more productive for both of you
Why Teaching Teens to Drive Feels So Stressful
Learning to drive is one of the biggest steps toward independence for teens—and one of the most anxiety-provoking moments for parents.
When parents shift their role from critic to coach, teens learn faster, build confidence, and develop safer habits on the road.
This conversation will help you approach this milestone with more calm, clarity, and confidence for both you and your teen.
About Our Guest
Nigel Tunnacliffe is the co-founder and CEO of Coastline Academy, the largest driving school in the United States. Coastline has helped more than 250,000 teens learn to drive safely across hundreds of cities.
Nigel founded Coastline with the mission of reducing car crashes through better driver education and safer driving habits.
Learn more:https://coastlineacademy.com
Follow Coastline Academy:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coastlineacademyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/coastlineacademy
Episode Chapters
00:00 Why Teaching Teens to Drive Feels So Stressful00:53 Why Many Teens Are Delaying Their Driver’s License03:41 Helping Anxious Teen Drivers Build Confidence05:23 Encouraging Teens Without Creating Resistance07:09 Managing Parent Anxiety During Practice Drives09:56 Creating a Supportive Learning Environment12:34 Celebrating Small Driving Wins15:25 Teaching Through Observation and Empathy19:02 Recognizing Responsibility in Teen Drivers21:29 Building Safe Driving Habits24:11 Helping Teens Gain Confidence Behind the Wheel27:32 Setting Boundaries for New Drivers29:19 Practical Tips for Safe Driving Practice
Connect with Dr. Cam
Website: https://www.askdrcam.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcamcaswellYouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam
 
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Why Is My Teen So Entitled? The Truth About Teaching Gratitude

Is your teen acting entitled, ungrateful, or selfish — no matter how much you do for them?
You’re not alone. And it may not mean what you think.
In this episode, Dr. Cam explains why teen entitlement is often a normal part of adolescent development — rooted in brain changes, identity formation, and intense self-focus — not bad character.
You’ll learn:
• Why lectures and guilt trips about gratitude backfire• The psychology behind teen self-centered behavior• How to teach gratitude without shame or comparison• Practical ways to build empathy, responsibility, and perspective
If you want to raise a grateful teen without damaging your relationship, this episode will give you a research-backed, connection-focused approach that actually works.
Hit play to understand what’s really behind teen entitlement — and how to respond in a way that builds character, not resentment.
 
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Teen Behavior and Entitlement
01:46 Understanding Self-Focus in Teens
04:27 The Role of Gratitude in Development
08:34 Building Perspective Through Experience
12:08 Teaching Gratitude as a Skill
13:33 Reframing Parental Responses to Teen Behavior
14:58 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser
 
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🔗 Resource Mentioned
The COLLABORATE Method™ Parenting ProgramA step-by-step system for building responsibility, gratitude, and maturity — without shame or power struggles.👉 AskDrCam.com/collaboratemethod
 
Previous Episodes in Series:
Episode 269: Attitude
Episode 271: Refusing to do chores
Episode 273: Arguing all the time about everything
Next Episode Preview: Episode 5 will cover "Making risky and bad choices" and how changing your approach can improve your teen's rational decision-making abilities.
 
About the Podcast
Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam blends brain science, practical tools, and real-life scripts so you can parent smarter — not harder.

Teen Son Won’t Talk? Why He Shuts Down—and How to Get Him to Open Up Again

Teen boys shutting down can feel like rejection, but it’s usually self-protection. If your teen son won’t talk, gives one-word answers, or avoids conversations completely, this episode will help you understand what’s going on—and what actually works.
Dr. Cam Caswell (adolescent psychologist + certified parenting coach) and licensed professional counselor Jarrod Hoffman break down teen communication, emotional withdrawal, and trust-building strategies that help parents reconnect with teen boys. You’ll learn how to stop the lecture cycle, use reflective listening, and create emotional safety so your teenage son opens up again.
What You’ll Learn:
Why teen boys shut down emotionally during puberty (and why it’s not rejection)
The #1 communication mistake parents make that pushes teen boys further away
How to use reflection instead of rapid-fire questions to build trust
The “10-Minute Play Rule” that strengthens parent-teen connection
What to say when your teen goes silent (without panicking or lecturing)
Why teens already know what they “should” be doing—and why more advice backfires
How to build trust with your teenage son so he talks to you again
Connect with Jarrod Hoffman:Website: jarrodhoffman.comNewsletter: Jarrod’s Monthly NewsletterBlog: jarrodhoffman.com/blogLinkedIn: Jarrod Hoffman
Connect with Dr. Cam Caswell:Website: AskDrCam.comInstagram: @DrCamCaswellYouTube: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam (search “Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam”)
Enjoying the show?Share your favorite episode and leave a rating and review so other parents can find the support they need.Hit SUBSCRIBE so you never miss a solution-packed episode.
About the show:The Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the challenges of raising teenagers. Hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach, each episode delivers practical parenting tools, expert insights, and real-world strategies to help you improve communication, reduce power struggles, and build a stronger relationship with your teen.
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