Does your teenage boy seem entitled dismissive, and lacking empathy? Understand the "why" so you can help your teen contribute in a way that works for your family - without needing to read the riot act!

In this episode:
Egocentric life of a teen
Affective empathy
Cognitive empathy
Developmental reality of teenagers
Gender differences in teenagers
Relationship bucket analogy
Connection vs correction
Family meetings
Discipline 
The Teenage Brain - Happy Families
Developmental Milestones [Part 5: Adolescence] - Happy Families

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Does your teenage boy seem entitled dismissive, and lacking empathy? Understand the "why" so you can help your teen contribute in a way that works for your family - without needing to read the riot act!
In this episode:
<ul>
<li>Egocentric life of a teen</li>
<li>Affective empathy</li>
<li>Cognitive empathy</li>
<li>Developmental reality of teenagers</li>
<li>Gender differences in teenagers</li>
<li>Relationship bucket analogy</li>
<li>Connection vs correction</li>
<li>Family meetings</li>
<li>Discipline </li>
<li><a href="https://www.happyfamilies.com.au/articles/the-teenage-brain">The Teenage Brain - Happy Families</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.happyfamilies.com.au/articles/developmental-milestones-part-5">Developmental Milestones [Part 5: Adolescence] - Happy Families</a></li>
</ul>
Find us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/happyfamilies.au/">Facebook</a> or <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@happyfamiliesau">TikTok</a>
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Email your questions and comments to <a href="mailto:podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au">podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au</a>
Learn more about joining <a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/the-quest">THE QUEST</a>

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The Happy Families Podcast with Dr. Justin Coulson is designed for the time poor parent who just wants answers now. Every day Justin and his wife Kylie provide practical tips and a common sense approach to parenting that Mums and Dads all over the world are connecting with. Justin and Kylie have 6 daughters and they regularly share their experiences of managing a busy household filled with lots of challenges and plenty of happiness. For real and practicable advice from people who understand and appreciate the challenges of a time poor parent, listen to Justin and Kylie and help make your family happier.

The Happy families podcast with Dr. Justin Coulson is designed for the time poor parent who just wants answers now.

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#931 Inside the Brain of Your Teenage Boy

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