Want to create an interactive transcript for this episode?
Podcast: Parenting Today's Teens
Episode: Behind the Filter
Description: Teens long to be validated, but today's social media environment often leaves them seeking that validation by comparing themselves to others. It's a vicious cycle that will never leave them fulfilled. In today's episode, Mark revisits some examples and insights that will help parents better understand why teens are so susceptible to comparison and creating unhealthy expectations for themselves due to social media. This is an important topic for all parents to consider, so listen in! For more on helping your teens make wise choices, check out Mark's book, "Raising Teens in a Contrary Culture." Order your...