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As a parent, do you ever wish someone could just whisper some realistic and trustworthy support in your ear? And not make you feel awful for not having all the answers? Well, that’s what I’m here for.

I'm Dr. Aliza Pressman, developmental psychologist, parent educator, asst. clinical professor, and co-founder of both Mount Sinai Parenting Center and SeedlingsGroup. And I'm a mom... trying to raise two good humans myself, so I'm in this with you!

In each episode, we'll go deep (but brief) with both experts and parents to share the most effective approaches and tools and talk about the important bigger picture of raising good humans. My goal is to make your parenting journey less overwhelming and a lot more joyful!

Please join me every Friday for new episodes of Raising Good Humans.

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    • 4.7 • 1.6K Ratings

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As a parent, do you ever wish someone could just whisper some realistic and trustworthy support in your ear? And not make you feel awful for not having all the answers? Well, that’s what I’m here for.

I'm Dr. Aliza Pressman, developmental psychologist, parent educator, asst. clinical professor, and co-founder of both Mount Sinai Parenting Center and SeedlingsGroup. And I'm a mom... trying to raise two good humans myself, so I'm in this with you!

In each episode, we'll go deep (but brief) with both experts and parents to share the most effective approaches and tools and talk about the important bigger picture of raising good humans. My goal is to make your parenting journey less overwhelming and a lot more joyful!

Please join me every Friday for new episodes of Raising Good Humans.

Listen on Apple Podcasts
Requires subscription and macOS 11.4 or higher

    The Science of Motivating Young People w/ Dr. David Yeager

    The Science of Motivating Young People w/ Dr. David Yeager

    This week Dr. David Yeager- developmental psychologist and author of “10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People: A Groundbreaking Approach to Leading the Next Generation— And Making Your Own Life Easier” sits down with us to discuss how we can best motivate young people. We discuss the science of stress, what “grownsplaining” is and why to avoid it, and how the powerful “mentor mindset” approach can help us motivate our kids. 




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    • 1 hr 1 min
    Does my Child have ADHD? When & Why to Intervene

    Does my Child have ADHD? When & Why to Intervene

    This week, Dr. Dave Anderson- the lead psychologist at the Child Mind Institute and expert on ADHD sits down with us to help parents understand ADHD. We dive into key strategies for supporting children with ADHD, such as nurturing their strengths, managing parental expectations, and seeking help from supportive adults. Dr. Anderson also shares some amazing tips for creating effective routines and encouraging positive behavior.




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    • 45 min
    How to Use Stress to Your Advantage & Help Kids Perform Under Pressure

    How to Use Stress to Your Advantage & Help Kids Perform Under Pressure

    Why do we choke when we've rehearsed something a million times? How do we set our kids up for success in situations where performance anxiety can get the best of them? Join me in conversation with Dr. Sian Beilock, President of Dartmouth College and Cognitive Psychologist, about the surprising benefits of stress & how to help kids perform under pressure. 




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    • 36 min
    Why We Need to Find the Middle Ground in Parenting with Gary Vee

    Why We Need to Find the Middle Ground in Parenting with Gary Vee

    In today’s episode entrepreneur and father Gary Vaynerchuk (Gary Vee) sits down with us for a conversation on the intersection of parenting and balance. We deep dive into the importance of finding the middle ground in parenting, the challenges of raising resilient children in today's world, and the significance of boundaries and empathy in nurturing strong family connections.




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    • 58 min
    How to Foster Friendship Among Siblings & Resolve Sibling Rivalry

    How to Foster Friendship Among Siblings & Resolve Sibling Rivalry

    This week we sit down renowned child psychiatrist Dr. Joshua Sparrow to explore effective strategies for fostering harmony among siblings. We discuss how to navigate sibling rivalry, ensure fairness, and introduce new siblings without chaos. Dr. Sparrow shares expert advice on creating a supportive and balanced family environment where every child feels valued. Whether you're dealing with everyday squabbles or major conflicts, this episode provides practical tips to help your children build strong, loving relationships with each other.




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    How the Science of Spirituality can be the Antidote to Mental Health Struggles

    How the Science of Spirituality can be the Antidote to Mental Health Struggles

    Today Dr. Lisa Miller, professor, psychologist, researcher and author, sits down with us as we explore the profound connection between spirituality and mental well-being, particularly for teenagers. Amidst increasing feelings of disconnection and despair, the science is clear: a strong spiritual core can significantly reduce the risks of addiction, depression, and even suicide. We explore the compelling data showing that spirituality offers unparalleled protective benefits, and discuss practical ways for parents to nurture this in their children, including two amazing exercises you can bring home to your kids. 




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4.7 out of 5
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1.6K Ratings

TMarieDSch ,

Thank you!

These topics get right to the heart of what I’m experiencing as a parent of three adolescents. Thank you for sharing so many helpful insights. I listen to some episodes multiple times.

blmccull ,

Spot on!

Dr. Pressman is SO spot on with real life scenarios and logical reactions/interventions. She’s down to earth, honest, relatable, and easy to follow along. Love her podcast and book!

chriss3232 ,

Good Podcast Overall

I really like this podcast overall, it provides a far more balanced approach to parenting vs some other podcasts I’ve listened to that go way too far in the gentle/no discipline parenting direction. I enjoy listening and have heard some great takeaways. More what to do in real life scenarios would be great. I would also love it if there was less talk about politics, it comes up often and there is clearly a bias, I just want to listen to content about parenting! Overall, I absolutely recommend this podcast!

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