Media Appearances
4 Things You Can Stop Worrying About If You Want Your Kids to Be Successful
It’s no secret that parents want their children to be successful. They’ve raised them and want to make sure they have the best opportunities in life. Different parents take this idea to different extremes, though.
Suicide Tips Hidden in Children’s Videos Alarming Parents
Dr. Jennifer Hartstein spoke with Daily Mail TV about some scary things that are happening with your child’s videos. Watch what she had to say.
How to manage family stress during the holidays
The holidays can be overwhelming enough, but mix in a little family, and you’ve got yourself a recipe for stress. Psychologist Jennifer Hartstein and family therapist George James sit down with Kathie Lee and Hoda
Signs of anxiety and depression you shouldn’t ignore
Psychologists Jennifer Hartstein and Jeff Gardere talk about the signs of anxiety and depression, from emotional to physical symptoms. The mental health experts also share ways to deal with mental health issues, including detaching from
KLG and Hoda learn how to be happy on and off social media
Everyone on social media looks so happy in posts about their amazing vacation or perfect family — but what you’re seeing isn’t always a reality. Jessica Abo, author of “Unfiltered: How to Be as
How Kate Spade’s tragic death is shedding light on depression, suicide
Kate Spade's father is speaking out about their family's tragic loss and new numbers out from the CDC show a dramatic increase in the number of Americans dying by suicide. ABC's Deborah Roberts is
Anthony Bourdain & Kate Spade have celebs sharing about mental illness
The shocking deaths of iconic designer Kate Spade and chef and author Anthony Bourdain have inspired a number of celebrities to share their battles with mental illness on social media, including Dwayne “The Rock”
Megyn Kelly Roundtable: Deaths of Anthony Bourdain, Kate Spade Still Send Shockwaves
Megyn Kelly TODAY welcomes Amy Holmes of PBS’ “In Principle,” MSNBC analyst Zerlina Maxwell and psychologist Jennifer Hartstein to discuss topics of the day, including the tragic deaths of Anthony Bourdain and Kate Spade.
Are we ever too old to fight with our friends?
Continuing the new series “I Thought I Was Too Old For…,” Megyn Kelly TODAY welcomes psychologist Jennifer Hartstein to talk about whether we’re ever too old to fight with our friends. “Life changes create
All teens should be screened for depression, new guidelines urge
With a growing number of young people reporting severe depression, parents and pediatricians are being encouraged to recognize the symptoms.
How to talk to your children about school shootings
Megyn Kelly talks to psychologist Jennifer Hartstein and school psychologist Tom Kersting about the Florida school shooting. Hartstein says “kids have gotten more anxious”.
Megyn Kelly opens up about her personal experience with body shaming
On Megyn Kelly TODAY, Megyn talks about her personal experience with body shaming, saying “I was chubby, by any standard” in middle school, and subject to humiliating pranks, before she briefly cut her intake to 500 calories a day. She is joined by personal trainer Bob Harper and psychologist Jennifer Hartstein for a candid discussion.
How to stress less (and enjoy more) this holiday season
The holidays can bring pressure to please everyone. Family therapist Jennifer Hartstein has suggestions for taking the stress out: Keep the peace, and communicate about how much you want to spend.
Kids who are addicted to smartphones may have an imbalance in the brain
Teens who can't put away their phones aren't just entranced: Their brains actually have a chemical imbalance, a small new study has found.
How to talk to your kids about the mass shooting in Las Vegas
In the wake of the mass shooting in Las Vegas, family psychologist Dr. Jennifer Hartstein joins TODAY to address how to talk to your children about the tragedy. She says that pointing out that
‘Is It Normal’ to keep secrets from your spouse?
In the latest edition of TODAY’s “Is It Normal?” series, family psychologist Dr. Jennifer Hartstein answers relationship questions you might never admit wondering about, including whether it’s normal to sometimes wish you were single instead of married, or to withhold information from your partner.
‘Open dialogue’ is key in preventing teen suicide
Jennifer Hartstein tells TODAY’s Matt Lauer that “open dialogue with your kids” is key in the wake of rising suicide rates among teenagers: “Don’t be afraid to ask them any questions.” She says that if you’re afraid that your teen’s smartphone could be contributing to a problem, take it away from them.
‘Is It Normal’ to monitor your spouse’s social media?
In the latest edition of TODAY’s “Is It Normal?” series, family psychologist Dr. Jennifer Hartstein answers relationship questions you might never admit wondering about, including whether it’s normal to monitor your spouse’s social media. It
Is it normal to have a favorite child (or dislike your spouse)?
As TODAY’s new “Is It Normal?” series continues, family psychologist Dr. Jennifer Hartstein answers relationship questions you might never admit wondering about, including whether it’s OK to have a favorite child (it’s normal, but you shouldn’t play favorites) or even dislike your spouse sometimes (it’s only natural, as long as you still love them).
How to keep your kids from forgetting what they learned in school
It’s natural for kids to want to relax during summer vacation, but how do you avoid them forgetting what they’ve learned during the school year? Psychologist Jennifer Hartstein and teacher Nicholas Ferroni have sound advice on how to avoid the dreaded “summer slide.”