Jo Phillips

When we see our kids struggling with anxiety, it’s natural to want to remove anything that might make it worse. For many parents, that means taking away the phone. It seems like a quick fix. Less exposure to pressure, fewer stressors, and hopefully less anxiety. But here’s the truth: removing the phone can actually increase the struggles we’re trying to ease.

Screentime. The worry about how much is too much, how soon is too soon, and being judged by others for what you allow, or don't allow....

The last 3 months have been a huge test of my ability to figure things out. That's what resilience is to me - being able to reach into my...