Saturday, June 13, 2026
Special Edition: The Summer Kids Actually Need
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Summer is supposed to feel fun and relaxed, but for many parents, it can also feel like a lot to figure out.
Renowned clinical psychologist Dr. Lisa Damour — bestselling author and a leading voice on child and teen development — shares what kids actually need most this summer.
She explains what parents can worry about less, how to think about structure, screens, camps, costs, and the “summer slide,” and simple ways to make summer meaningful, without the stress or overwhelm.
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Guest: Dr. Lisa Damour
Dr. Lisa Damour is the author of three New York Times best sellers: Untangled, Under Pressure, and The Emotional Lives of Teenagers, which have been translated into twenty-three languages. She co-hosts the Ask Lisa** podcast**, works in collaboration with UNICEF, and is recognized as a thought leader by the American Psychological Association. Dr. Damour authored the monthly Adolescence column for The New York Times, is a regular contributor to CBS News, and created Untangling 10to20, a digital library of premium content to support teens and those who care for them.
Dr. Damour serves as a Senior Advisor to the Schubert Center for Child Studies at Case Western Reserve University and has written numerous academic papers, chapters, and books related to education and child development. She maintains a clinical practice and also speaks to schools, professional organizations, and corporate groups around the world on the topics of child and adolescent development, family mental health, and adult well-being. Dr. Damour also works with industry leaders on topics related to adolescent mental health and was a consultant to Pixar on the film Inside Out 2.
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