Australia’s under-16 social media ban has arrived and many teenagers are struggling.
In this timely episode of What We Teach Our Children, somatic psychotherapist Suzy (Suzanne) Butz explains what’s really happening beneath the surface for young people – and how parents can support them using neuroscience-backed, trauma-informed strategies.
We discuss:
- Why teens are experiencing grief, anger, and identity loss
- What nervous system dysregulation looks like in young people
- Why parents must regulate themselves first
- The framework: Regulate → Relate → Rationalise
- How our amygdala is being hijacked and what you can do
- Why this moment can become a masterclass in resilience
🎧 Virtual Disconnection is essential listening for parents, carers, educators, and anyone supporting young people through change.
Suzy reminds us that this moment isn’t just about screens or platforms, it’s about how we, as adults, show up when our children are overwhelmed by change, they didn’t choose and can’t control.
Websites:
https://www.suzannebutz.com.au/about/
https://fromsurviving2thriving.com.au/
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https://www.facebook.com/suzanne.butz/
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