134. The New Rules for Teen Phone Use

In this episode, I’m discussing one of the most pressing issues facing parents today: managing teen phone use and social media and provide you with a practical guide for navigating this challenging terrain. Whether you’re considering new phone rules or managing existing habits, this episode will provide you with the strategies and insights you need to maintain a healthy, communicative relationship with your teen. In this episode, I cover: The Evolution of Teen Phone Use: How smartphones and social media have transformed over the years and the implications for today’s teens. Current Challenges: Issues related to constant connectivity, including exposure to inappropriate content, frequent distractions, and the distorted reality created by social media. Updated Guidelines: Practical, stage-based guidelines for managing phone use from early childhood to late adolescence, including recommended practices for different age groups. Handling Existing Phone Habits: Actionable advice on conducting the essential "oops conversation," negotiating new phone boundaries with your teen, and fostering a collaborative approach. For more tools and tips, be sure to register for my upcoming workshop How to Talk So Your Teen Will Listen.  Reserve your spot today! Sources mentioned in this episode: Screen Sanity Wait Until 8th Phone Free Schools The Anxious Generation -- ⁠⁠Join my free parent group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply to work with me⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram