Thriving Kids: A Parenting Podcast From the Child Mind Institute
Thriving Kids is a podcast for parents and caregivers who want clear, honest answers about child and adolescent mental health. Hosted by Dr. Dave Anderson, clinical psychologist at the Child Mind Institute, each episode tackles a common parenting challenge — from anxiety to tantrums to school struggles — with practical strategies backed by science.
You’ll hear real talk, expert advice, and compassionate guidance from clinicians who work with kids every day.
New episodes every other week, with companion newsletters for easy reference.
Latest Episode
Your Holiday Survival Q&A: Emotional Self-Regulation for the Whole Family (27.11.2025)
Previous Episodes
- Making the Holidays Less Stressful for You and Your Kids
- Your Questions about Talking to Kids About Sex, Consent, and Safety, Answered
- How (and When) to Talk to Your Kids About Sex, Consent, and Safety
- Your Questions About Building a Healthy Parent-Teen Relationship, Answered
- Staying Connected With Your Teen
- Your Questions About Children and Sleep, Answered
- Helping Kids Build Healthy Habits for Better Sleep
- Your Questions About Death and Grief, Answered
- How to Talk to Kids About Death and Grief
- Your Questions About School Success, Answered
- How do I help my child do well in school?
- Your Questions About Parenting Teens, Answered
- Bonus Podcast: Jonathan Haidt and Dr. Dave Anderson on Kids, Tech, & Mental Health
- How to Support Your Teen Through the Tough Years
- Your Questions About Self-Esteem, Answered
- How to Help Children Build Healthy Self-Esteem
- Your Questions About Positive Relationships, Answered
- How to Help Kids Build Positive, Healthy Friendships
- Your Questions About Challenging Behavior, Answered
- How to Promote Good Behavior in Kids
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