In this powerful episode of Challenging Teenage Sons, Dr. Mark Schillinger reveals how artificial intelligence (AI) is changing family dynamics — and what parents must do now to prevent technology from dividing their family.

Are your teens more connected to their devices than to you?

Are arguments about screen time, gaming, or social media pulling your family apart?

Discover practical strategies for parents to strengthen family unity, improve communication, and raise resilient young men in the age of AI.

In this episode:

• Why AI is a threat to family connection
• How testosterone and dopamine make your son defiant
• The forgotten ancient practices that will unite your family
• How healthy families can change the world

Don't let technology raise your kids for you!

** Resources for Parents and Young Men **
On-demand and live, online workshops for teenagers and young men are available here: https://cts.drmarkmentor.com/workshops

For a complimentary 20-minute consultation with Dr. Mark or for more information about his parent coaching and mentoring young men, go to https://cts.drmarkmentor.com/

*** About Dr. Mark Schillinger ***
Dr. Mark Schillinger’s work has been featured on the CNN show “This is Life with Lisa Ling.” These videos are designed to help parents more effectively “challenge” or motivate their teenage sons to become more responsible and resilient. This podcast offers straightforward advice so parents can minimize conflict and maximize cooperation with their sons – especially those young men who are distracted by their digital devices.

For more information, visit https://www.challengingteenagesons.com

*** Connect with Dr. Mark ***
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-mark-schillinger-family-mentor-and-community-leader-735585a/

Discover expert strategies to help your teenage son overcome distractions and boost his focus.

Dr. Mark Schillinger—founder of Challenging Teenage Sons and the Young Men's Ultimate Weekend—shares his personal journey and decades of experience mentoring young men to turn their short attention span into a strength, and to become skillful at focusing their attention.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How a short attention span can be an asset in a neurodivergent brain
• Why mindfulness techniques help regulate your son’s emotions
• Practical tips for creating a distraction-free environment and achieving flow state
• Strategies for building executive functioning skills, discipline, and time management
• Ways to empower your son to take charge of his productivity and self-respect

Whether your son struggles with schoolwork, feels anxious about falling behind, or simply needs help mastering his focus, Dr. Schillinger’s insights in this podcast offer parents actionable advice that will help their son transform challenges into opportunities.

His approach emphasizes the importance of structure, self-reliance, and mindset shifts that are key to adapting to today’s fast-paced world.

For a complimentary 20-minute consultation with Dr. Mark or for more information about his parent coaching and mentoring young men, go to https://cts.drmarkmentor.com.

*** About Dr. Mark Schillinger ***

Dr. Mark Schillinger’s work has been featured on the CNN show “This is Life with Lisa Ling.” These videos are designed to help parents more effectively “challenge” or motivate their teenage sons to become more responsible and resilient. These videos offer straightforward advice so parents can minimize conflict and maximize cooperation with their sons – especially those young men who are distracted by their digital devices.

For more information, visit https://www.challengingteenagesons.com

*** Connect with Dr. Mark ***

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/challenging.teenage.sons
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/challengingteenagesons/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-mark-schillinger-family-mentor-and-community-leader-735585a/

In this episode of the Challenging Teenage Sons podcast, Dr. Mark Schillinger shares actionable strategies for parents to help their sons develop the three essential traits every young man needs: respect, responsibility, and resilience.

Whether your teenage son is struggling with defiance, lack of motivation, or poor decision-making, Dr. Schillinger offers practical advice to guide him towards success and positive change.

Dr. Schillinger, a family mentor and founder of The Young Men's Ultimate Weekend, brings decades of experience in helping parents foster better communication and understanding with their sons.

Learn how to teach your teen to respect himself and others, take responsibility for his actions, and build the resilience needed to overcome life's challenges. If you're a parent looking for proven ways to raise a confident, responsible young man, this episode is for you.

For a complimentary 20-minute consultation with Dr. Mark or for more information about his parent coaching and mentoring young men, go to https://cts.drmarkmentor.com .

*** About Dr. Mark Schillinger ***

Dr. Mark Schillinger’s work has been featured on the CNN show “This is Life with Lisa Ling.” These videos are designed to help parents more effectively “challenge” or motivate their teenage sons to become more responsible and resilient. These videos offer straightforward advice so parents can minimize conflict and maximize cooperation with their sons – especially those young men who are distracted by their digital devices.

For more information, visit https://www.challengingteenagesons.com

*** Connect with Dr. Mark ***

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/challenging.teenage.sons
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/challengingteenagesons/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-mark-schillinger-family-mentor-and-community-leader-735585a/