Healthy Academic Stress vs. Distress for Kids & Teens
October is when school starts to ramp up - tests and homework are in full swing. Parent teacher conferences are taking place. Parents might be noticing an uptick in their child’s stress level.
Stress tends to be seen as a negative, but certain stressors can be viewed as positives and it’s often in how we approach it.
In this most recent segment for Fox 8 Morning News (October 2025), Dr. Pucci discusses key steps for how parents can help kids and teens shift their mindset regarding academic stressors.
Benefits of Boredom
Fox 8 News: Let Your Kids Be Bored
Segment on Fox 8 Morning News (June 2025) discussing several benefits of boredom for children and adolescents.
Promoting Well-Being in a Digital World
Segment on Fox 8 Morning News (March 2025) discussing practical strategies for managing screen time, including modeling healthy tech boundaries, the value of open dialogue, and steps to take if you have concerns about your child/teen. The following trusted resources were highlighted to help families make informed, balanced choices:
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Peer Relationship Changes
Mom Squad: Peer Relationship Changes
Segment of Mom Squad (October 2024) in which Maureen Kyle and Nicole Pucci discuss navigating peer relationship transitions, adolescent romantic relationships, & teen heartbreak.
Adolescents and Sleep
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Setting Up Success For a New School Year
Listen here: Northeast Ohio Parent: aParently Speaking Podcast
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Enhancing Whole Child Development
Includes: Social media, overcoming adversity, and building resiliency in young people.
The Journey Podcast with Adam Bruderly, BCC
