In this episode of the LifeSpeak Podcast, Marianne Wisenthal talks with Dr. Christopher Willard — clinical psychologist, Harvard Medical School educator, author, and LifeSpeak advisory board member — about the neuroscience of negotiating with kids. From toddler power struggles to teen boundary-setting, they explore how parents can help children regulate emotions, advocate for themselves, and develop the negotiation skills they need to handle conflict, build confidence, and strengthen relationships for life.

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Dr. Christopher Willard

Jessica Lahey

Dr. Ross Greene, Collaborative Problem-Solving

Managing the Mental Health of Students on Campus: A Conversation with Psychologist Dr. Christopher Willard

Self-Compassion Practices for Managing Post-Traumatic Stress: A Conversation with Dr. Christopher Willard