Be a Problem Solver Podcast
171 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsOn this episode of the Be a Problem Solver podcast, we are tackling the first of the top five common challenges that parents ask us about - helping your child make friends! To get the FREE e-WORKBOOK that accompanies this episode head to:
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We provide parents and clinicians with information about social skill building and character development, using online materials and our podcast.
Be a Problem Solver Services are Kate (M.Ed., CCC-SLP) and Cory (Ph.D., LPCA, NCC) - a wife speech pathologist and husband mental mental health counselor who focus on bringing you information about social skill development and character building. We both practice independently, and then come together to collaborate on important social skills issues that we hear from our clients over and over again!
We love social skill building and character development, and we created this podcast so we could talk about it all the time! Whether your a parent or clinician, we know that you'll get a lot out of listening because we give quick tips with examples of how to handle social skill challenges, emotion regulation, and build character along the way. Let's help to raise our kids to be kind, good, humans.
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Ep 169 Mental Health Before Everything Else
March 19, 2024 16:39 - 16 minutes - 22.6 MBIn this episode, we discuss why seeking mental health support should be the #1 thing you do before anything else! This type of support is so critical for making all the parts of your life work in your favor...find out why in this episode, and what you can do about it. Grab our $7 e-book to help you get started on practicing for tech wellness! We'd love it if you help us grow our social following and recommend our podcast! You can follow along on: TikTok Instagram Facebook Pin...
Ep. 168 Relationship-based Executive Functioning in Therapy
March 05, 2024 10:00 - 23 minutes - 31.9 MBWhat we do in our therapy practice is Relationship-based Model of Executive Functioning. In this episode, we are taking a look at what this model is, and how you can practice some of the elements of this model at home! Grab our $7 e-book to help you get started on practicing for tech wellness! We'd love it if you help us grow our social following and recommend our podcast! You can follow along on: TikTok Instagram Facebook Pinterest Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the ...
Ep. 167 Should you be your kid's friend?
February 20, 2024 10:00 - 13 minutes - 18.9 MBWe are tackling the controversial issue - should you be your kid's friend? We tend to disagree about this topic quite a bit in our household and this will probably be a source of debate in a lot of houses! Let us know your thoughts! Grab our $7 e-book to help you get started on practicing for tech wellness! We'd love it if you help us grow our social following and recommend our podcast! You can follow along on: TikTok Instagram Facebook Pinterest Is your tween ready for a ph...
Ep. 166 Loving Someone with Neurodiversity
February 13, 2024 17:16 - 18 minutes - 25.7 MBIt's love week! And loving someone with neurodiversity is what we're all about on this podcast! We know that that can be a challenging and rewarding endeavor, but like everything in life, we are all about it! Tune in to find out our thoughts about the more you know about neurodiversity and how we love each other! Grab our $7 e-book to help you get started on practicing for tech wellness! We'd love it if you help us grow our social following and recommend our podcast! You can follow al...
Ep. 165 Raising kids with honesty and integrity shouldn't be this hard
February 06, 2024 10:00 - 25 minutes - 35.9 MBRaising kids with values is something that most parents want to do. But in recent years, and with social media being such a big part of kids' lives, it has become tricky to override some tricky behaviors. In this episode, we are exploring what it means to raise kids with honesty and integrity. Grab our $7 e-book to help you get started on practicing for tech wellness! We'd love it if you help us grow our social following and recommend our podcast! You can follow along on: TikTok ...
EP 164. How your kids should actually be studying for tests and quizzes
January 31, 2024 22:42 - 21 minutes - 29.3 MBDid you know that there are actually better ways to study? When we say "study" most people actually thinking about "reviewing" for tests. But we should really be trying to use better methods that help us with working memory, and truly understanding content. Listen in to this episode to find out more about these tried and true methods! Grab our $7 e-book to help you get started on practicing for tech wellness! We'd love it if you help us grow our social following and recommend our podcast...
Helping your tween and teen with anxiety
January 16, 2024 23:34 - 17 minutes - 24.3 MBAs parents, we want to step in and help our kids process and work through anxiety as quickly and smoothly as possible. Unforunately, this looks differently for all kids. It's not all bad, there are strategies that you can implement to help your kids process. In this episode, we are talking about ways that you can talk about anxiety, common anxiety triggers, and how to navigate in the modern world! Grab our $7 e-book to help you get started on practicing for tech wellness! We'd love it if...
Things parents are doing right
January 09, 2024 10:00 - 17 minutes - 24.5 MBBeing a parent is full of responsibilities and we could all use a reminder about the things we are doing right, instead of a list things we need to better at. In this episode, we are talking about the things we've seen lately that have shown parents are trying their best and doing all the right things! Grab our $7 e-book to help you get started on practicing for tech wellness! We'd love it if you help us grow our social following and recommend our podcast! You can follow along on: T...
What types of therapy does your child need?
December 19, 2023 10:00 - 13 minutes - 19.3 MBIf you're a parent seeking counseling for your child, you know that the options can be overwhelming. In this episode, we discuss the multiple types of therapies available to help you figure out what your child might really need - and when! Grab our $7 e-book to help you get started on practicing for tech wellness! We'd love it if you help us grow our social following and recommend our podcast! You can follow along on: TikTok Instagram Facebook Pinterest Is your tween ready f...
Tech Time: Getting on the same page as your partner
December 12, 2023 10:00 - 12 minutes - 17.6 MBOne of the hardest things to agree on in a family is how much tech and screen time each person should get. And what if you're not on the same page as your parenting partner? Then it becomes a point of argument or contention. In this episode, we talk about how to navigate this discussion and tips for getting on the same page! Grab our $7 e-book to help you get started on practicing for tech wellness! We'd love it if you help us grow our social following and recommend our podcast! You c...
Calm conversations or screamfest?
December 05, 2023 10:00 - 19 minutes - 26.4 MBWhich team are you on? Calm conversations or screamfest? We can be easily triggered by our kids because they know how to push our buttons. In this episode, we are talking about what to do to when we get triggered and how to keep the conversations cool and calm. Grab our $7 e-book to help you get started on practicing for tech wellness! We'd love it if you help us grow our social following and recommend our podcast! You can follow along on: TikTok Instagram Facebook Pinterest ...
Who even cares about screen time
November 28, 2023 10:00 - 17 minutes - 24.6 MBScreen time is a buzz phrase that makes some people cringe. In this episode we are talking about why you should care about screen time, and why it matters to the way that we raise our kids. We are the first group of parents to raise kids with screens, and there is still a lot to learn! Grab our $7 e-book to help you get started on practicing for tech wellness! We'd love it if you help us grow our social following and recommend our podcast! You can follow along on: TikTok Instagram...
Why you should care about adolescent brain development
November 14, 2023 10:00 - 15 minutes - 21.3 MBReminders about adolescent development are critical to understanding our kids. We know that brains don't develop until at least 25 years old, and they are fastest at age 35. In this episode, we are talking about all the reasons that pre-adolescent and adolescent brain develop matter to how we raise our kids! Grab our $7 e-book to help you get started on practicing for tech wellness! We'd love it if you help us grow our social following and recommend our podcast! You can follow along o...
Ep 156. Why not try a family phone?
November 07, 2023 09:00 - 23 minutes - 32.1 MBIf you're starting on a tech journey and thinking about getting your child a phone...why not try a family phone? In this episode, we are debating the concept of a family phone and the pros and cons. Grab our $7 e-book to help you get started on practicing for tech wellness! We'd love it if you help us grow our social following and recommend our podcast! You can follow along on: TikTok Instagram Facebook Pinterest Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://bea...
Ep. 155 Tales from the dark web - spooky things we see all the time as clinicians
October 31, 2023 09:00 - 24 minutes - 34.3 MBWe try not to scare you too often - but this week we are diving into the creepy and spooky of the internet! We're sharing what we see most often in our practice as a problem, and what you can do about it. A haunted house but it's just your kid watching absolute garbage on YouTube and spending more time on the phone than hanging out with family. Grab our $7 e-book to help you get started on practicing for tech wellness! We'd love it if you help us grow our social following and recommend ...
Ep 154. Stop being the executive functioning brain for your child
October 24, 2023 14:00 - 25 minutes - 35.4 MBExecutive functioning is a buzz word. But is it really that easy to just start teaching your child executive functioning skills? In this episode, we talk about how to stop being the executive functioning brain for your child, ways to use language in a more powerful way, and what that might mean for the way you interact with your child. Want to get our Executive Functioning freebie? Grab it here. We'd love it if you help us grow our social following and recommend our podcast! You can...
Ep 153. Better ways to talk to your kid about tech usage
October 17, 2023 09:00 - 16 minutes - 22.5 MBWe know tech isn't always the bad guy. But the way we talk about it to our kids can sometimes make or break the way our kids use technology. In this episode, we have some ways that you can talk to your kids about the way they use technology. We'd love it if you help us grow our social following and recommend our podcast! You can follow along on: TikTok Instagram Facebook Pinterest Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblem...
151. 3 tried and true strategies for positive mental health
October 10, 2023 09:00 - 25 minutes - 35.9 MBWe're back! And we're having a discussion on what the phrase mental illness and mental health really mean these days. What do you picture when you think of mental illness and mental health and what impact does it have on you when diagnosed when mental illness? We're tackling these questions this week! We'd love it if you help us grow our social following and recommend our podcast! You can follow along on: TikTok Instagram Facebook Pinterest Is your tween ready for a phone? Tak...
150. What does mental illness mean to you?
October 03, 2023 09:00 - 23 minutes - 32.1 MBWe're back! And we're having a discussion on what the phrase mental illness and mental health really mean these days. What do you picture when you think of mental illness and mental health and what impact does it have on you when diagnosed when mental illness? We're tackling these questions this week! We'd love it if you help us grow our social following and recommend our podcast! You can follow along on: TikTok Instagram Facebook Pinterest Is your tween ready for a phone? Tak...
What is communication repair and why does it matter?
March 07, 2023 10:00 - 26 minutes - 37.3 MBHave you ever cringed when your child has said something inappropriate? And then you are profusely apologizing and then you're not sure if the person in question is still offended? This would be a time to help your child practice communication repair. In this episode, we're exploring how communication repair works and why it's so important! Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af)...
The #1 thing I tell all my clients
February 28, 2023 10:00 - 15 minutes - 20.9 MBWhen people come for therapy, there are several common threads to the process. Tune in to fing out the #1 thing I tell all my clients about the process! Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more ...
Why middle school friendships are hard
February 21, 2023 10:00 - 22 minutes - 30.8 MBIf you are in a stage of helping your middle schooler navigate some friendship drama, this episode is for you. Middle school friendships are critical to social and emotional development, and sometimes, drama is part of the process. Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services...
Is your kid's anxiety genetic?
February 14, 2023 16:23 - 23 minutes - 32.6 MBAnxiety in children and teens is a hot button issue since the pandemic. We have seen an increase in anxiety in many of our clients, and even the news has picked up on the global increase for kids and teens! In this episode, we are discussing the origins of anxiety, where it comes from, and what we see if kids and teens. Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: http...
Should you interfere in your middle schooler's friendships?
February 07, 2023 10:00 - 20 minutes - 29 MBYou, parent, often tell us that your child is involved in some sort of social drama, but they won't share what it is. You observe that your child is upset about a social interaction, something that happpend at school, something that happened on SnapChat...but what do you do about it? In this episode, we are discussing if and how you should get involved in helping your middle schooler navigate friendships! Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow....
Should you give your middle schooler a phone?
January 31, 2023 10:00 - 21 minutes - 29.6 MBShould you give your middle schooler a phone? Probably not. But will you? Probably yes. So now what? Today we are tackling the questions around preparing for your middle schooler to get a phone and what your role as a parent is for tween and teen phone use~ Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be ...
Does YOUR baggage interfere in your parenting?
November 08, 2022 10:00 - 5 minutes - 11.1 MBWe are constantly evolving in our parenting. Sometimes some old wounds may boil up from our baggage and make it difficult to parse out what's really happening with our kids. Does that happen to you? Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents rais...
How to vet legit resources for our LGBTQIA+ youth
November 01, 2022 09:00 - 33 minutes - 45.9 MBFor families and LGBTQIA+ youth, finding resources that are a good fit can be a challenge. We always encourage clients to find the counselor or resource that is the right fit, but this is especially true for the LGBTQIA+ where suicide prevention is key. Find out more about our guest, Brittany Bate from Be Bold Psych: https://beboldpsychnc.com/ Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Pho...
Prepping for the college essay process can be easier than you think
October 25, 2022 09:00 - 37 minutes - 52.2 MBOur guest, Sadie Harper of Southern Ambition, is sharing her talent and knowledge of college essay writing. We know that it can be a stressful time when your kids start applying to college, so take a listen if you'd like some insight into the process! https://southernambition-nc.com/ Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We ar...
Your kids need a trusted mentor.
October 18, 2022 09:00 - 28 minutes - 39.9 MBWe are always talking about how important it is for your kids to find their "thing." But what comes along with that is a trusted adult that can help guide them along the way. Oftentimes, this isn't a parent, but instead a coach, teacher, or leader. Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Proble...
Our ideal choice for new tween and teen phone users. Hint: it's not an iPhone
October 11, 2022 09:00 - 25 minutes - 35.9 MBThis episode is all about why we love the Pinwheel phone for a beginner user over an iphone! Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or es...
The story of Dr. Cory's trauma and how it shaped his life - PART II
October 04, 2022 09:00 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MBLast week Dr. Cory told us about his childhood and how that impacted him. This week we are learning how his healing journey has progressed and why it's been so influential on his life. Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent huma...
The story of Dr. Cory's trauma and how it shaped his life - PART I
September 20, 2022 09:00 - 26 minutes - 36.7 MBThis is a heavy episode. If you're not in a good place, we don't suggest you listen. Today Dr. Cory is sharing his childhood trauma and how it shaped his life. Stay tuned for the inspiring Part II! Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise...
Who's the bad guy? Is it the tech?
September 13, 2022 09:00 - 13 minutes - 18.8 MBIn this episode, we are clarifying our message about technology. Spoiler alert: technology isn't the bad guy! In fact, there is no bad guy. So how do you be more intentional with tech? Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent human...
Is your tween starting to be a jerk? Here are some typical tween milestones to put your mind at ease
August 23, 2022 09:00 - 22 minutes - 31.1 MBIt's true that transition from cute kiddo to tween to teen can be kind of rough. The truth is, it's very common and totally developmentally appropriate for your tween to act kind of like a PITA! In this episode, Dr. Cory shares some memories of his time as a jerk during that period. Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are ...
The age of parent education - are you in or out?
August 16, 2022 10:51 - 17 minutes - 24.7 MBIs parent education for you? or nah? Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our ...
Are you using technology with intention?
August 09, 2022 11:04 - 20 minutes - 28.9 MBGetting stuck in the scroll? Don't want to your kid to end up doing the same? Here are some tips for introducing a phone to your child with intention. Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more h...
What is Media Mindfulness? And why is it THE MOST IMPORTANT skill you can teach your kid?
August 02, 2022 09:00 - 30 minutes - 42.2 MBIs your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: www.beaproblemso...
Our kids are experiencing shame online. We can help!
July 19, 2022 09:00 - 27 minutes - 37.7 MBThe dreaded "s" word...SHAME! Our kids are experiencing shame online, and though we can't always prevent it, we can certainly be proactive about how we handle it! Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. ...
Your kids are being bullied in their own room.
July 12, 2022 09:00 - 18 minutes - 25 MBHow can we prevent our kids from being bullied in their own room? With the age of digital media becoming pervasive, bullies can reach our kids anytime, whenever they want. We can learn new skills as parents on how to talk to our kids about this, and prevent damage! Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here...
Ugh. Online predators exists. Here's what to do about it.
July 05, 2022 09:00 - 22 minutes - 31.2 MBUgh. Online predators exist. It's gross, sad, inconvenient, and damaging to victims. In this episode, we talk about where these predators may hang out and how to prepare against them. Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent human...
Is your tween ready for a phone?
June 28, 2022 09:00 - 19 minutes - 26.3 MBWhat are the things that make your tween ready for a phone? Most of the time they are actually soft skills that we judge as a parent. They aren't totally tangible. Listen in to see what we think about the top skills for judging if your tween is ready for a phone or click below to take the quiz! Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kat...
Should we be trying to raise our kids like it's the 90s?
June 21, 2022 09:00 - 19 minutes - 26.9 MBSimpler times. There are so many things about raising a 90's kid that seem appealing. There was so much less disruption, distraction, and confusion about how to navigate the real world vs. the "online world" because it just didn't exist. In this episode, we talk about what things about being a 90's kid would help us out today! Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: ...
Our recommendations for introducing personal devices to your kids and tweens
June 14, 2022 09:00 - 21 minutes - 30.1 MBIntroducing personal devices is a hefty consideration in parenting these days. It's easy to get your kid that phone they've been asking for on their birthday - but are you prepared? In this episode we talk recommendations for safely and responsibly introducing personal devices like phones, tablets, and gaming systems! To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to hel...
What is "parallel energy?" And why it's the greatest parenting hack ever!
June 07, 2022 09:00 - 16 minutes - 22.3 MBWe are coining the term "parallel energy" to denote how we talk to our kids and teens. Similar to co-regulation, we want to be on the same "page" but we also want to bring a calm parallel energy. Dr. Cory explains more in this episode. To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social ...
Traveling Different, an interview with Dawn Barclay, author of Traveling Different: Vacation Strategies for Parents of the Anxious, the Inflexible, and the Neurodiverse
May 31, 2022 15:20 - 30 minutes - 42.6 MBDawn Barclay gives us beginning tips on traveling with neurodiverse individuals. We LOVE this topic because we believe these strategies can apply to any family! Learn more about her upcoming book here: https://rowman.com/ISBN/9781538168660/Traveling-Different-Vacation-Strategies-for-Parents-of-the-Anxious-the-Inflexible-and-the-Neurodiverse To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Servi...
Is it possible to "live alongside the cringe?"
May 24, 2022 09:00 - 14 minutes - 20.5 MBLast week, Taylor Swift gave a pretty decent commencement speech at NYU. She talked about getting used to cringe, living alongside it, accepting it as part of life. In this episode, let's figure out what that means for our teens. To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media us...
Video game and screen time rage is real - here's how we combat it.
May 17, 2022 10:40 - 25 minutes - 35.5 MBWhat do you do if your child throws a video game controller across the room? What do you do to curb screen melt-downs? Raging is real, and in this episode, we're going to tell you how we handle it. To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essen...
Self-esteem, prosocial behavior, and family connectedness - how we boost these skills in our kids
May 10, 2022 09:00 - 24 minutes - 33.4 MBWe are exploring an article by Preston & Rew that discusses how we can boost self-esteem in our adolescents. Preston, & Rew, L. (2022). Connectedness, Self-Esteem, and Prosocial Behaviors Protect Adolescent Mental Health Following Social Isolation: A Systematic Review. Issues in Mental Health Nursing, 43(1), 32–41. https://doi.org/10.1080/01612840.2021.1948642 Preston, & Rew, L. (2022). Connectedness, Self-Esteem, and Prosocial Behaviors Protect Adolescent Mental Health Following Social I...
Everyone lies - let's explore how this affects our tweens and teens!
April 26, 2022 09:00 - 19 minutes - 26.9 MBLying is a common issue among tweens and teens, due to constant demands and pressures from the world around them. Even the most straight-edge teen may tell a fib here and there. In this episode, we explore why this is, and what we can do about it. To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addres...
Why your kids need a summer routine
April 19, 2022 09:00 - 21 minutes - 29.4 MBAhhh, summer. The time to sleep in, do nothing, then stay up playing video games until 3am every night. Well, this is a cycle that we recommend breaking, and in this episode, we'll talk about the importance of doing so! To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenag...