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#1234 - Teens and Tech Pushback
What do you do when your teen pushes back on your tech boundaries—especially when they paid for the device themselves? In this episode, Dr. Justin and Kylie Coulson tackle two parent questions about teenage independence, screen use, and safety. They offer a practical, relationship-first strategy for navigating the tension between adolescent autonomy and parental responsibility, using their tried-and-tested "Three E's" framework to build connection and cooperation.
QUOTE OF THE EPISODE:
"Rules without relationship will lead to rebellion."
KEY INSIGHTS FOR PARENTS:
Adolescents Seek…
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