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Sounds,07 Apr 2026,34 mins

5. Coping with teenage hormones and helping teens handle their friendships

Bitesize Parenting Teens

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Host Kerry Godliman is joined by celebrity parents and psychologists to discuss the wonders and woes of raising teenagers, and soon-to-be teenagers. In this fifth episode, Kerry is joined by guest Bridget Christie (comedian) and clinical psychologist Dr Martha Deiros-Collado. We hear from a Mum who is concerned her teen is struggling to make friends. The panel offer advice on this and also discuss dealing with children heading off to university or leaving home. Bridget also talks about her experience dealing with hormonal teenagers when menopausal and they discuss coping strategies. For more information and advice on parenting please head to https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/parents

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