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Beyond Screen Time: Understanding Risky Digital Use in Teens
What the science says about compulsive tech habits and how to support healthy use at every stage of adolescence.
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Brains Under Construction: Why Teens Take Risks
Understanding the brain science and behavior patterns behind teens' risky decisions.
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Laura Dimler, PhD
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When Something Scary Happens
How talking about stressful events helps kids + age-by-age tips for what to say
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Laura Dimler, PhD
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How Exercise Supports Pre-Teen Mental Health
New research shows physical activity can reduce aggression, boost mood, and build resilience in pre-teens and teens.
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Laura Dimler, PhD
The Parenting Style That Actually Works (And Why)
Why warmth + structure is the sweet spot for raising confident, resilient kids.
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Laura Dimler, PhD
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Why Do Kids Ask "Why" So Much?
And why it's worth answering the questions.
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Laura Dimler, PhD
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Growing Up Earlier: What’s Going On With Puberty?
What the latest research says about puberty’s shift and its impact on kids’ mental health.
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Development Decoded
Development Decoded
Welcome! I decode the science of child development so you don’t have to.
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