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Dr. James Dobson's Family Talk

Navigating Your Teen's Emotional Storms - Part 1

Dr. James Dobson's Family Talk

Dr. James Dobson

James, Kids &Amp; Family, Dr, Marriage, Christian, Christianity, Dobson, Parenting

4.41.2K Ratings

🗓️ 21 July 2025

⏱️ 26 minutes

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Summary

Parenting teenagers can feel like navigating an emotional hurricane. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson sits down with counselor Sharon Hersh to explore how biblical principles can transform the most challenging season of parenting. They discuss powerful insights about “hand-in-hand mothering,” and share how to create a safe haven for your struggling teen. Discover how you can become your daughter’s ally through the storm of adolescence.

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0:00.0

Hello, everyone. You're listening to Family Talk, a radio broadcasting ministry of the James Dobson Family Institute.

0:06.8

I'm Dr. James Dobson, and thank you for joining us for this program.

0:18.3

Well, welcome to Family Talk, the broadcast division of the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute.

0:23.8

I'm Roger Marsh.

0:25.1

You know, for many parents, the teenage years bring unexpected challenges that can leave even the most prepared families feeling overwhelmed.

0:32.9

Today's young people face pressures that previous generations never experienced.

0:37.0

From social media bullying

0:38.7

to unrealistic body image standards that seem impossible to achieve.

0:43.6

When your once happy child suddenly becomes moody, withdrawn, or even hostile, it's natural

0:48.8

to wonder what went wrong.

0:51.1

But the truth is, even loving, dedicated parents can find themselves navigating stormy

0:56.3

emotional waters with their teenagers. And if you're feeling lost in the chaos of adolescent drama,

1:02.0

you are not alone. On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson speaks with licensed

1:07.9

professional counselor Sharon Hirsch, author of the book,

1:11.1

Mom, I Hate My Life.

1:13.0

Sharon brings decades of counseling experience along with her own journey through the teenage

1:16.9

years with her children to her ministry.

1:19.5

She offers practical wisdom for parents who want to stay connected with their kids during

1:23.6

these turbulent years.

1:25.1

So let's get into it now with part one of this fascinating conversation

1:28.7

on today's edition of Dr. James Dombson's Family Talk.

1:35.4

We're going to talk today about one of the most difficult circumstances that can come along,

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