S3/Ep 17: How to Talk to Your Teen and Understand What They're Really Telling You
From Guardians of Hope: Empowering Child Advocacy by Cynthia Ramsaran
May 2, 2026 · 21 min · Season 3 · Episode 17
About this episode
Dr. Cam Caswell discusses how parents can better understand and communicate with their teenagers.
If you've ever grounded your teen, confiscated their phone, or enforced stricter rules — only to watch things spiral — this episode is for you. Dr. Cam Caswell, [https://www.askdrcam.com/]adolescent psychologist and host of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, breaks down the teenage behaviors parents most misunderstand, the strategies that quietly backfire, and the small language shifts that can completely change your relationship with your teenager.
People in this episode
Host: Cynthia Ramsaran
Guest: Dr. Cam Caswell
Topics covered
- teen communication
- parenting strategies
- adolescent psychology
- misunderstood behaviors
- relationship building
Keywords
- teen behavior
- parenting tips
- communication
- adolescent psychology
- relationship advice
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, askdrcam.com
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