How to Talk to Your Kids About Drinking with Jessica LaheyHow to Talk to Your Kids About Drinking with Jessica Lahey
Alcohol Tipping Point
Today’s episode is all about our kids and how to best talk to them about drinking and other substances. I’m honored to have Jessica Lahey on the show to guide the conversation. Jessica Lahey is the author of the New York Times bestselling book, The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents Learn to Let Go So Their Children Can Succeed and The Addiction Inoculation: Raising Healthy Kids in a Culture of Dependence. Jess has taught every grade from sixth to twelfth in both public and private schools and spent five years teaching in a drug and alcohol rehab for adolescents in Vermont and serves as a prevention and recovery coach at Sana, a medical detox and recovery center in Stowe, Vermont. She has written about education, parenting, and child welfare for The Washington Post, The Atlantic, and the New York Times. She co-hosts the #AmWriting podcast from her empty nest in Vermont. She is also celebrating 10 years of sobriety. We cover: How Jessica became interested in this topic Common mistakes parents make when talking to their kids about drinking and how to avoid them How substance prevention school programs have changed (for the better)
56:52•23 Aug 2023
Jessica Lahey on Talking to Kids About Alcohol: Practical Tips for Parents
Episode Overview
- Jessica Lahey shares insights on discussing drinking with kids at different stages of their lives
- The episode covers the importance of open and ongoing conversations, emotional management, and understanding brain development
- Listeners gain practical advice and thought-provoking discussions for navigating the challenges of parenting in a culture where alcohol consumption is normalized
“The more we talk about it, the more normalized the conversation becomes.”
Ever wondered how to have those tough conversations with your kids about drinking? This episode of 'Alcohol Tipping Point' has you covered. Host Deb Mazenor is joined by Jessica Lahey, an educator and bestselling author of 'The Gift of Failure' and 'The Addiction Inoculation'. With her wealth of experience, including teaching in a rehab center and writing for major publications, Jessica offers a treasure trove of advice on navigating these crucial discussions.
Jessica dives into common pitfalls parents face and how to sidestep them, emphasizing the importance of open, ongoing dialogue. She also sheds light on how substance prevention programs in schools have evolved, providing a more supportive environment for kids. Whether you're dealing with teenagers or younger children, Jessica's insights on emotional management and brain development are invaluable. But it's not just about talking—Jessica stresses the need for parents to model healthy behaviors and involve kids in decision-making.
This episode is packed with practical tips and heartfelt advice, making it a must-listen for anyone raising kids in today's alcohol-saturated culture. Tune in to learn how to foster a healthier, more informed approach to drinking with your children.
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