Eden Pontz

Eden Pontz is Executive Producer and Director of Digital Content for CPTC. She oversees digital media content development and production for Parentandteen.com. She also writes, copyedits, and produces articles, podcasts, and videos for the site. Her pieces cover a range of topics including teen development, peer pressure, and mentoring. Eden brings years of experience as a former Executive Producer of Newsgathering at CNN, as well as a field producer, writer, and reporter for CNN and other news organizations.

The Parenting Style That Works

Nov 01, 2026

Let decades of research inform your parenting style.

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Is it Real or AI-Generated? How Parents and Teens Can Check Content Together

Oct 23, 2026

Learn how to determine if something is real or AI-generated.

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How to Improve Hard Conversations With Your Teen

Oct 08, 2026

Improve your chances of having successful outcomes when you have challenging conversations with your teen.

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The Importance of Mentors for Teens

Oct 04, 2026

Uncover the benefits of adult mentors and how to set your teen up with a positive role model.

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Category: Role Modeling

3 Reasons Why Not to Make Assumptions About Your Teen

Sep 30, 2026

A few reasons why you shouldn't make assumptions about teens.

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