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Parenting Through the Emotional Rollercoaster of Raising Teens - Using Your Wise Mind

Parenting Through the Emotional Rollercoaster of Raising Teens - Using Your Wise Mind

This blog explores the application of the Wise Mind concept from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in parenting teenagers. It addresses the challenges of raising teens, such as intense mood swings and self-destructive behaviors, and presents the Wise Mind approach as a tool for navigating these challenges to foster a harmonious family environment.

Empowering Parents: Mastering DBT's PLEASE Skill for a Stronger Teen Connection

Empowering Parents: Mastering DBT's PLEASE Skill for a Stronger Teen Connection

Discover how the DBT PLEASE Skill can transform your parenting approach, enabling you to maintain calm and support for your teenager through the tumultuous years. Learn the importance of self-care in emotional regulation and how it leads to nonreactive, understanding interactions. This blog provides practical steps and a real-world case study to illustrate the positive impact on parent-teen dynamics.