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/

• Why teenage boys experience self-doubt
• How parents can address low self-esteem in their sons
• Practical tips to boost confidence in your teen
• The role of mental health in overcoming self-doubt
• Empowering your son to succeed

Does your teenage son struggle with confidence, resilience, or facing life's challenges head-on? In this episode of the Challenging Teenage Sons Podcast, Dr. Mark Schillinger, founder of The Young Men's Ultimate Weekend, challenges the idea that some teens are "special cases" who can't handle real-world stressors.

Dr. Schillinger shares powerful insights on why treating your son as a "special case" may be holding him back and how the right experiences can help him build resilience, self-confidence, and independence. Discover practical advice on how to support your son through his neurodivergent challenges, emotional traumas, or everyday struggles without coddling or overprotecting him.

What You'll Learn:

• Why no young man is a "special case"
• The importance of rites of passage like The Young Men's Ultimate Weekend
• How to help your son build resilience and adapt to life's challenges
• The benefits of letting your son face discomfort and grow from it
• Real stories of teens overcoming trauma and thriving

Watch now to learn how to empower your son to become a strong, independent young man! If you’re ready to challenge the way you parent and support your son’s growth, hit play.

Keywords: teenage sons, parenting tips, resilience in teens, challenging teenagers, raising boys, Dr. Mark Schillinger, Young Men's Ultimate Weekend, rites of passage, overcoming trauma, teenage resilience, parenting neurodivergent kids, how to raise resilient kids, parenting advice, teen confidence, mental health in teens.

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, Dr. Mark Schillinger shares the two words parents can say to understand and support their teen son while setting clear boundaries.

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/

Are you struggling with a son who seems disinterested, isolated, and resistant to responsibility?

Through his 25 years of mentoring parents and their sons, Dr. Mark Schillinger has witnessed the pervasive influence of digital addiction, leading young men into a state of extended childhood.

But there's hope. Dr. Schillinger offers practical insights and actionable strategies to empower parents to become effective mentors, guiding their sons towards independence and maturity.

Discover how to transition from the old ways of parenting to the new ways parents must adapt in order to navigate their son through the transition into this era of technological dominance.

Don't let time slip away. Join Dr. Mark Schillinger on this transformative journey and take the first step towards reclaiming your son's future. Sign up for a complimentary consultation at https://cts.drmarkmentor.com/

How can parents effectively motivate and guide their teenage sons in today's digital era? Discover the importance of modeling healthy and happy lifestyles to inspire teens to find deep contentment in life. As a parent you have a critical role in demonstrating life's worth, even in adversity, through your actions and attitudes.

Questions? 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/

For more information about Young Men's Ultimate Weekend, visit https://www.ymuw.org.

*** 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