On this episode of the PEP Talks Podcast, Ja’Neair and Erin welcome Dr. Carren Marvin and her lovable puppet, Merv, to talk all things Self-Control. Parents with elementary students may want to turn this episode on with their kiddos as Merv struggles with his self-control throughout the episode.
In this conversation, Erin and Ja’Neair explore self-control with Dr. Marvin, what she is seeing in the elementary school, and why it’s important for all ages. Dr. Marvin discusses the potential long-term implications of lack of impulse control on adolescents and adults, and the connection to later addiction. However, the group is quick to remind parents not to get discouraged, as they discuss it’s never too late to teach these life skills. Dr. Marvin encourages parents to support their children and gives practical ways to do so in whatever stage they are in.
Did you enjoy this episode? Let us know at peptalks@acsk-12.org
Resources from Dr. Marvin & Merv:
On this episode of the PEP Talks Podcast, Ja’Neair and Erin welcome Dr. Carren Marvin and her lovable puppet, Merv, to talk all things Self-Control. Parents with elementary students may want to turn this episode on with their kiddos as Merv struggles with his self-control throughout the episode.
In this conversation, Erin and Ja’Neair explore self-control with Dr. Marvin, what she is seeing in the elementary school, and why it’s important for all ages. Dr. Marvin discusses the potential long-term implications of lack of impulse control on adolescents and adults, and the connection to later addiction. However, the group is quick to remind parents not to get discouraged, as they discuss it’s never too late to teach these life skills. Dr. Marvin encourages parents to support their children and gives practical ways to do so in whatever stage they are in.
Did you enjoy this episode? Let us know at peptalks@acsk-12.org
Resources from Dr. Marvin & Merv: