EPISODE · Aug 13, 2025 · 31 MIN
How Can Parents Raise Resilient Kids in a World of Stress and Social Media? With Dr. Michele Borba
from The Hanley Effect Podcast - Addiction and Mental Health
In this inspiring episode of The Hanley Effect, Dr. Michele Borba joins hosts Dr. John Dyben and Dr. Rachel Docekal for a heartfelt and practical conversation about how to raise kids who thrive, not just survive. Dr. Borba is an educational psychologist, is a best-selling author who has authored 27 books, and Today Show contributor. Drawing on 40 years of experience and decades of research, Dr. Borba breaks down what children truly need to build resilience, regulate emotions, and navigate a fast-changing world.The conversation covers:Why prevention and protective factors matter more than everThe three “P’s” every child needs: a person, a place, and a protective bufferThe top seven character strengths that correlate with resilienceWhat parents can do, just one to three minutes at a time, to model emotional regulationSocial media's impact on empathy, sleep, and self-controlReal-world parenting strategies that help foster independence and self-confidenceHow to build a family culture that supports growth and mental wellnessDr. Borba also shares stories from her books, discusses the science behind raising emotionally strong children, and offers immediately actionable tips for parents and caregivers who want to build connections and character in their kids.Learn more about Dr. Michele Borba and download free parenting resources at www.micheleborba.comLearn more about Hanley Foundation's prevention programs at www.hanleyfoundation.orgListen now and discover how we can all raise a generation that thrives, even in the face of adversity.
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