12. How Understanding the Brain Can Help Single Parents Manage Screen Time & Behavior Problems

This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior.

What if the secret to fewer behavior problems and better communication with your teen was hiding inside their brain?

In this episode, Tess Connolly talks with Dr. Sarah Allen about the science of parenting tweens and teens—and how simple, playful brain-based strategies can help with everything from screen time struggles to emotional meltdowns. Whether you’re a single parent or just want to better understand your child’s development, Dr. Allen’s approach makes neuroscience fun and practical.

• Discover three powerful strategies to help your teen manage emotions and build self-control
• Learn how “Amy G,” “Fronnie,” and “Hippo” can make brain science relatable for kids
• Find out how to use mindful meddling and clear boundaries to guide better behavior and communication

Press play now to unlock brain-based parenting tools that can transform your relationship with your tween or teen.

You can find out more about Dr. Sarah Allen here; www.brainbehaviorbridge.com

And click her to watch my free webinar!

📧Connect with Therese (Tess) Connolly, LCSW, CCC here👇: [email protected]  Website: www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com

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The Single Parenting Reset Show supports single moms, working moms, and all parents with practical parenting tips on screen time, emotional regulation, co-parenting, stress relief, setting boundaries, building trust, and raising confident tweens and teens, while tackling tech addiction, behavior problems, and parent burnout with conscious parenting strategies for stronger family connection.

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