It’s Not Your Fault

It’s Not Your Fault Podcast is for parents, caregivers, and youth all navigating the world and its challenges.

It’s Not Your Fault is a health podcast hosted by Sheletta Makes Me Laugh, with 100 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Sheletta Makes Me Laugh hosts It’s Not Your Fault, a health show with 100 episodes published.

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  Episode #163

  The Whole Teen: Why Mental Health Isn't Just About Symptoms

  Sep 3, 202618 min

  s your teen's mental health only about therapy and medication? Brandon Jones says it's time to widen the lens. In this episode of It's Not Your Fault, Brandon breaks down why mental health experts are moving toward a more holistic view of teens, one that looks at sleep, relationships, identity, school, technology use, and community, not just symptoms. He walks through why the old question ("How do I make sure my teen never has problems?") needs to become a new one: "How do I help my teen build the skills and support to navigate life's difficulties?" Brandon also gets personal, sharing exactly how he handles devices and sleep routines with his own kids at home, and previews an upcoming episode on school-based mental health services. This isn't about eliminating every hard thing your teen will face; it's about helping them move through it without being consumed by it. Come think this through with Brandon. #ItsNotYourFaultPodcast #BrandonJones #TeenMentalHealth #Parenting #HolisticHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #TeenParenting

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  Episode #162

  When Teen’s Brains Work Differently:Supporting Neurodivergent Youth Through Mental Health Challenges

  Aug 25, 202621 min

  Neurodivergence in teens does not look the same from one kid to the next, and that is exactly the problem when schools, parents, and even therapists expect it to. In this episode of It's Not Your Fault, host Brandon Jones sits down to unpack what it really means to support a neurodivergent teen through mental health challenges. From misread behaviors to missed diagnoses, this conversation gets into why so many young people are struggling in silence and what caregivers can do differently. This isn't just about understanding a diagnosis; it's about understanding a whole young person. Brandon brings the same honest, no judgment approach that makes this podcast a safe space for real conversations about parenting, mental health, and raising kids who feel truly seen. #ItsNotYourFaultPodcast #BrandonJones #Neurodivergence #TeenMentalHealth #NeurodivergentYouth #ParentingTeens

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  Episode #161

  When Your Child’s Brain Won’t Slow Down: Understanding “Popcorn Brain” and Protecting Youth Wellbeing

  Aug 18, 202619 min

  In this episode of It's Not Your Fault Podcast, Brandon Jones dives into "popcorn brain": the constant pinging, scrolling, and switching that's rewiring how kids' minds work, making it harder for them to focus, sit still, or even feel bored without reaching for a screen. What does this constant stimulation actually do to a developing brain, and what can parents do to help protect their child's attention and wellbeing in a world that never stops buzzing? #ItsNotYourFault #PopcornBrain #TeenMentalHealth #ScreenTime #ParentingTeens #DigitalWellbeing #KidsMentalHealth #ParentSupport

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  Episode #160

  When “Whatever” Means More: Understanding the Teen Who Seems Not to Care

  Aug 11, 202620 min

  In this episode of It's Not Your Fault Podcast, Brandon Jones unpacks what's really behind a teen's "whatever": the eye rolls, the shrugs, the walls that go up the moment you ask what's wrong. For parents, it can feel like indifference, but it's often something much deeper. What does "whatever" actually mean, and how can parents respond in a way that opens the door instead of closing it further?

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  Episode #159

  Helping Young People Navigate Gambling Culture & Mental Health | It's Not Your Fault Podcast

  Aug 4, 202619 min

  On this episode of It's Not Your Fault Podcast, host Brandon Jones explores the connection between gambling culture and teen mental health. Learn how this growing trend is influencing young people, the warning signs families should recognize, and how parents and caregivers can have supportive conversations that encourage healthy decision-making. #ItsNotYourFaultPodcast #TeenMentalHealth #YouthMentalHealth #ParentingTeens ------------------------------------------------ This show is part of the ShelettaMakesMeLaugh.com podcasting network, a group of shows that celebrate Black culture and creativity. Find MORE entertaining and enlightening podcasts hosted by Black folks for Black folks at shelettamakesmelaugh.com

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