Student Story: Alex You may look fondly on “the good ole days” of high school, remembering academic achievements or accolades in athletics. But many teens today are struggling under the immense pressure to perform well at school. This weekend on Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston gives parents practical ways to relieve the stress and help teens feel loved and accepted, no matter what! https://heartlightftp.com/radio/Web/PTT/ptt20231007.mp3 The post Anxiety, School and Your Teen appeared first on Parenting Today's Teens | Radio Show & Podcast | Mark Gregston ..read more

Student Story: Camille Cell phones have become our teens’ primary connection to friends and family. But every parent knows that these mobile devices are both a blessing—and a curse! This weekend on Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston shares his views on cell phones and coaches parents on how to set up house rules to safeguard their teen. https://heartlightftp.com/radio/Web/PTT/ptt20230930.mp3 The post Healthy Boundaries for Teens With Phones appeared first on Parenting Today's Teens | Radio Show & Podcast | Mark Gregston ..read more

 Student Story: Rachel Teenagers with unexplained marks and cuts on their bodies are crying out for help. And while it’s hard to imagine why anyone might want to cause themselves pain, parents need to recognize the signs of self-harm. This weekend on Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston coaches parents on how to get help for teens involved in self harm. https://heartlightftp.com/radio/Web/PTT/ptt20230923.mp3 The post What is Self-Harm and Why Do Teens Do It? appeared first on Parenting Today's Teens | Radio Show & Podcast | Mark Gregston ..read more

 Student Story: Jackie The popular view of marijuana is changing and the stigmas surrounding pot are falling away. Parents need to come to grips with the reality that pot is more permissible, accessible, and available to teens today. This weekend on Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston shares the top reasons teens are smoking pot and how to respond. https://heartlightftp.com/radio/Web/PTT/ptt20230916.mp3 The post Why is Your Teen Smoking Pot? appeared first on Parenting Today's Teens | Radio Show & Podcast | Mark Gregston ..read more

Student Story: Joey Is your teen uninterested in the things he used to love? Does he make up excuses to avoid going places and doing just about anything? If your teen just doesn’t care, then there’s something else going on! This weekend on Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston helps parents understand what’s behind their teen’s apathetic attitude. https://heartlightftp.com/radio/Web/PTT/ptt20230909.mp3 The post When Teens Don’t Care About Anything appeared first on Parenting Today's Teens | Radio Show & Podcast | Mark Gregston ..read more

Student Story: Caleb Whether they’re pushing back against house rules, avoiding tension with Mom and Dad, or seeking freedom elsewhere, some teens avoid being at home. This weekend on Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston gives parents helpful ways to make home a place your teen wants to be! https://heartlightftp.com/radio/Web/PTT/ptt20230902.mp3 The post Does Your Teen Hate Being Home? appeared first on Parenting Today's Teens | Radio Show & Podcast | Mark Gregston ..read more

 Student Story: Cydney Today’s teens are growing up in a sex-saturated society. And it’s imperative for all parents to understand why some teens become sexually active. This weekend on Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston coaches parents about what to do and what not to do if they find out their teen is sexually active. https://heartlightftp.com/radio/Web/PTT/ptt20230826.mp3 The post Teen Promiscuity appeared first on Parenting Today's Teens | Radio Show & Podcast | Mark Gregston ..read more

 Student Story: Brendan Everyone “oohs and aah’s” over grandbabies. But these precious little ones can be more challenging during the teen years. And yet this can be the time when grandparents make the most significant impact. This weekend on Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston shares practical ways grandparents can stay connected and make a difference in the lives of their teenaged grandchildren. https://heartlightftp.com/radio/Web/PTT/ptt20230819.mp3 The post Grandparents Who Make a Difference for Teens appeared first on Parenting Today's Teens | Radio Show & Podcast | Mark Greg ..read more

Student Story: Ethan Teenaged anger can explode like a bomb in a family. And the fallout hurts everyone in the home. This weekend on Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston helps parents understand what’s motivating their teen’s outbursts—and what they can do to defuse their anger and restore peace at home. https://heartlightftp.com/radio/Web/PTT/ptt20230812.mp3 The post When Teen Anger Hurts the Family appeared first on Parenting Today's Teens | Radio Show & Podcast | Mark Gregston ..read more

Student Story: Katie Parents have a lifetime of experience and wisdom to share with their teens. Sometimes it’s tempting to say everything that comes to mind! But that’s not always helpful. This weekend on Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston cautions parents that if your child rolls her eyes when you open your mouth, you may be talking too much! https://heartlightftp.com/radio/Web/PTT/ptt20230805.mp3 The post Learning to Listen When All You Want to Do is Talk appeared first on Parenting Today's Teens | Radio Show & Podcast | Mark Gregston ..read more