Q&A with Dr. Dave | When Teenagers Pull Away - How to Stay Connected Without Power Struggles
Update: 2026-01-08
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Parenting teens can feel confusing, hurtful, and exhausting — especially when connection starts to slip.
In this Thriving Kids Q&A episode from the Child Mind Institute, Dr. Dave Anderson answers real questions from parents about staying connected to teenagers during adolescence.
He covers:
- Why teens can be warm and talkative with other adults but distant at home
- How memes, TikToks, and inside jokes still count as real connection
- How to prepare teens for college and independence without constant conflict
- What to do when defiance and power struggles escalate
- How to respond when teens self-diagnose ADHD or other mental health conditions online
This episode focuses on relationship-first parenting, clear boundaries, and helping teens feel understood — so they’re more likely to come to you when it really matters.
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