269: Why Is Basic Hygiene Such a Battle With My Tween?

Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Parenting by Dr. Lisa Damour/Reena Ninan

Apr 28, 202630:22Kids & family

Your tween won't shower, won't change their clothes, or lies about having brushed their teeth or washed their face...Sound familiar? If you're in the middle of a hygiene battle with your tween or young teen, you're not a...

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