Some teens start out defying early, some develop their insolence later, and others never seem to need to rebel. Teens often desire a sense of autonomy and control. If it is not given to them, then they may seek to usurp it by defiance. Many teens see their parents’ rules as robbing them of autonomy […]
Read More »Why are some teenagers so dead set on doing things their own way?
February 01, 2012 | For parents of teenagers | Click on title to comment!
On teen drinking
February 01, 2012 | For parents of teenagers | Click on title to comment!
An article on how police are trying to deal with teen alcohol use in Boston suburbs: http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2012/01/29/in_bostons_southern_suburbs_curbing_underage_drinking_a_tall_order_for_police/
Read More »The tug of war over technology
February 01, 2012 | For parents of children,For parents of teenagers | Click on title to comment!
This article offers tips on how to set limits regarding kids; and teens’ use of technology (computer, cell phone, etc.) http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/businesstechnology/2017355750_ptteenandtween28.html
Read More »Social media
February 01, 2012 | For parents of teenagers | Click on title to comment!
A look at how social media is effecting teen’s real life social skills and relationships: http://www.apa.org/monitor/2012/02/friends.aspx
Read More »Helping at-risk kids
February 01, 2012 | For parents of children | Click on title to comment!
Some new programs to help kids identified as at risk: http://www.apa.org/monitor/2012/02/at-risk-students.aspx
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