This article discusses how an open communication style can foster independence, and thoughtful judgment: http://www.mentalhelp.net/poc/view_doc.php?type=doc&id=38371&cn=1262
Read More »The dangers of texting too much
June 30, 2010 | For parents of teenagers,For teens | Click on title to comment!
A study suggests a variety of physical and mental risks associated with texting excessively. Anxiety, insecurity, depression and low self-esteem have all been identified by researchers as symptoms common among text-addicted teenagers. physical difficulties, including enlarged thumbs, were also discovered. http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/teen-texting-taking-toll/story-e6frf7jo-1225885933252
Read More »Why do teens get high?
June 30, 2010 | For parents of teenagers | Click on title to comment!
New research has found an increases in alcohol and drug consumption among teenagers, especially girls. The study also provides information as to why they drink and do drugs. According to the responses, teenagers, specifically teen girls, are drinking and getting high to deal with problems at home, academic pressure and general stress. http://www.newbritainherald.com/articles/2010/06/29/life/doc4c2a1847ce72a358545479.txt
Read More »Talking to teens about alcohol
June 30, 2010 | For parents of teenagers | Click on title to comment!
This article offers some ideas of how to discuss alcohol and drinking (or not drinking) http://local.psychcentral.com/Teen_Drinking_Limits_vs_Punishment_Bellefontaine_OH-r1365741-Bellefontaine_OH.html
Read More »Managing teenage defiance
June 30, 2010 | For parents of teenagers | Click on title to comment!
These articles provide some tips for dealing with defiant behavior: http://gomestic.com/family/can-you-discipline-teen-rebellion/ http://dating.over-blog.net/article-defiant-teenagers-53351950.html
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