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
Q&A with Dr. Dave | When Teenagers Pull Away - How to Stay Connected Without Power Struggles (08.01.2026)
Previous Episodes
- How to Build a Better Relationship With Your Teen with Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart
- How to Talk to Kids About Scary Topics — A Parenting Q&A
- Raising Kids Who Can Handle the Real World
- Big Emotions, Meltdowns, and “I Can’t Do It”: Thriving Kids Q&A
- Mastering Emotional Intelligence for Kids with Dr. Marc Brackett
- Your Holiday Survival Q&A: Emotional Self-Regulation for the Whole Family
- 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
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