Have you ever looked at your teen scrolling on their phone and thought, “I’ve completely lost control of this?”
You’re not alone. Many parents feel overwhelmed trying to balance their teen’s screen time and social media use while keeping the peace at home.
In this episode, Cynthia Coufal, Teen Anxiety Coach and founder of The Anxiety Maze Navigator, shares how to:
✅ Set screen time limits without constant arguments
✅ Build a Family Media Plan that works for everyone
✅ Model healthy digital habits (even when you struggle too)
✅ Talk with your teen about online news, bias, and misinformation
✅ Strengthen your connection while navigating the digital world together
💡 This isn’t about control — it’s about communication, balance, and helping your teen use technology in ways that support their wellbeing.
📚 Explore resources mentioned:
HealthyChildren.org Family Media Plan:
https://www.healthychildren.org/English/fmp/Pages/MediaPlan.aspx
UNICEF Digital Parenting Toolkit https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kEAH5jgapeFVo6y2UJ4mIalDdEm2EEJU/view?usp=sharing
SAMHSA:
https://www.samhsa.gov/mental-health/children-and-families/online-health-and-safety-for-children-and-youth
All Sides
https://www.allsides.com/unbiased-balanced-news
Ground News
https://ground.news/
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Struggling with anxiety in your family? If anxiety is causing tension, fights, or disconnect in your home, you don’t have to face it alone. I help parents bring more peace, confidence, and connection to their families. Let’s talk—schedule a free consultation today or email me: ccoufal@cynthiacoufalcoaching.com
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