DiscoverTeen Life PodcastNavigating Difficult Conversations with Brenda McAdoo | Ep. 174
Navigating Difficult Conversations with Brenda McAdoo | Ep. 174

Navigating Difficult Conversations with Brenda McAdoo | Ep. 174

Update: 2025-04-08
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Have you ever found yourself in a conversation with a teen that suddenly turns defensive or shuts down?


As caring adults, we want to keep the lines of communication open, but it’s not always easy.


We sit down with former FBI negotiator, mediator, and Abilene Christian University faculty member Brenda McAdoo to talk about navigating tough conversations with teens.


Brenda shares expert insights on keeping discussions open, recognizing emotional cues, and using de-escalation strategies that actually work.

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In this episode, we mentioned the following resources:

- Forbes: A Psychologist Shares The ‘90-Second Rule’ To Survive Emotional Waves

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Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com

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Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges

Hosted by: Karlie Duke, Nino Elliott, and Brenda McAdoo

Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann

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Navigating Difficult Conversations with Brenda McAdoo | Ep. 174

Navigating Difficult Conversations with Brenda McAdoo | Ep. 174

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