teens
A turbulent re-entry: Helping your child through reverse culture shock
Written by Catherine Wilson
The silence down the hall was Heather’s* first clue that something was wrong. With her daughter recently returned from short-term studies in Africa, Heather had looked forward to hearing praise music from Jessica’s room once again. But Jessica’s much-loved guitar remained locked in its travel case.Read more: A turbulent re-entry: Helping your child through reverse culture shock
Building a more respectful relationship with your teen
Our teen says that we don't treat him with respect, but from my perspective the shoe is actually on the other foot – his behaviour towards us is extremely dismissive, immodest and smart-alecky. How do we resolve this conflict?Read more: Building a more respectful relationship with your teen
Deeper conversations with your teen: The questions you need to ask
Written by Gwen Edwards
It seems crazy to have to admit this. It’s such a ridiculous thing to face up to, but here’s the truth of it: I don’t know how to talk to my son. You’d think, after parenting him for the past 16 years, I’d have a few ideas. But engaging Ethan in conversation just seems to get harder, not easier.Read more: Deeper conversations with your teen: The questions you need to ask
Helping your teen stay sexually pure
What can we do as parents to help our teenager remain sexually pure?Talking with teens about the risks of premarital sex and substance abuse
How can we help our adolescent avoid the pitfalls of substance abuse and premarital sexual activity? What’s the best way to make him aware of the risks?Read more: Talking with teens about the risks of premarital sex and substance abuse
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