My Son Won't Talk to Me Anymore: Why Teen Boys Shut Down

About this episode

Dr. Cam and teen counselor Jarrod Hoffman discuss why teen boys shut down and how parents can help them open up again.

Teen boys shutting down can feel like rejection, but it’s usually self-protection. Dr. Cam and teen counselor Jarrod Hoffman share what actually helps teen boys open up again, including reflective listening, trust-building shifts, and simple connection tools that stop the lecture cycle.

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Cam

Guest: Jarrod Hoffman

Topics covered

• teen communication
• parenting strategies
• emotional support
• trust building
• reflective listening

Keywords

• teen boys
• communication
• self-protection
• connection tools
• parenting advice

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