# TPP 425: How Can I “De-Motivate” My Teen From Engaging in Risky Behaviors?

An episode of [Full-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent Children](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778), 24 Jan 2025, 21 min.

Audio: https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/WFH5486786230.mp3?updated=1737716723

Zach Morris joins Debbie to answer a listener question on how to address a 17-year-old with ADHD and executive function challenges who is vaping, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing trust, open communication, education on risks, and understanding the motivations behind the behavior while fostering a strong parent-child connection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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