Parenting in the Age of Anxiety, AI & Overcorrection | Dr. Aliza Pressman

Dr. Will Cole sits down with developmental psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Aliza Pressman to explore what it really takes to raise resilient, emotionally intelligent kids in an anxious world. They discuss how overcorrection and rescuing can unintentionally undermine growth, and why true parenting strength comes from calm, not control. Dr. Pressman shares how to regulate your own nervous system, set healthy boundaries, and help kids build confidence and grit. They also dive into AI’s impact on attention, teenage brain health, and the balance between connection and independence. For all links mentioned in this episode, visit www.drwillcole.com/podcast . Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Sponsors: Visit fromourplace.com/WILLCOLE and use code WILLCOLE for 10% off site wide. Practice love every day with Paired, the #1 app for couples. Download the app at http://www.paired.com/beingwell . Save 30% off your first subscription order & receive a free six pack of Ketone-IQ with KETONE.com/WILLCOLE . Get better sleep, hair and skin with Blissy and use WILLCOLE to get an additional 30% off at blissy.com/WILLCOLE . Right now LMNT is offering a free Sample Pack with any purchase. Get yours at DrinkLMNT.com/artoeingwell . Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .