Support vs Smothering: How to Support Anxious Teens Without Overstepping

Support vs Smothering: How to Support Anxious Teens Without Overstepping

Support vs Smothering: How to Support Anxious Teens Without OversteppingDr. James Thatcher

Learn the difference between support and smothering. Discover how to support anxious teens with care, boundaries, and confidence—without taking over.

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Support Anxious Teens: 5 Words to Avoid and What to Say Instead

Support Anxious Teens: 5 Words to Avoid and What to Say Instead

Support Anxious Teens: 5 Words to Avoid and What to Say InsteadDr. James Thatcher

Discover 5 common phrases that make teen anxiety worse—and what to say instead. Support anxious teens with validating, calming language that builds trust.

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How to Support Teen Anxiety When They Say “I Can’t Handle This”

How to Support Teen Anxiety When They Say “I Can’t Handle This”

How to Support Teen Anxiety When They Say “I Can’t Handle This”Dr. James Thatcher

Discover how to support teen anxiety when your teen says, “I can’t handle this.” Learn what to say, what not to say, and how to build emotional resilience together.

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