3. Why Misunderstanding Teen “Attitude” Hurts Parenting Tweens & Teens — And How To Fix It

"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."

Do you know what your teen’s eye roll really means — and how it could be the key to fixing behavior problems?

In this powerful episode of The Parenting Reset Show, Tess Connolly sits down with Dr. Cam Caswell — “The Teen Translator” — to reveal how much of the conflict with tweens and teens comes down to misunderstood communication. Drawing from her own teenage struggles (and the fact she’s still technically “grounded”), Dr. Cam shares why teens get a bad rap, what their body language is really saying, and how our parental reactions can unintentionally fuel behavior issues. Whether you’re a single parent, co-parent, or navigating screen time battles, you’ll learn exactly how to listen in a way that builds trust and respect.

• Discover how to turn “attitude” into honest conversations that strengthen relationships.
• Learn the hidden meaning behind common teen behaviors — from laziness to lack of motivation.
• Gain proven strategies to improve communication and reduce behavior problems with tweens and teens.

Press play to learn how decoding your teen’s language can transform your parenting — and create the connection you’ve been missing.

You can find more about Dr. Cameron Caswell, The Teen Translator here: https://www.askdrcam.com/

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