Some parents are resistant to providing structure for their teens. Some may believe that setting limits and providing consequences will turn them into police officers in their own home. Some feel like they are being too harsh on their teens, others may believe that providing limits will create resentment or drive a wedge in their […]
Healthy structure is one of the most important gifts parents can provide for their teens. Growing up in a house with structure will help teens to predict consequences, learn from their mistakes and improve healthy relationships between parents and teens. Many adolescents will act as if they don’t like limits being placed on them; however, […]
Excerpt from “99 Tips for Talking with Your Teenager:” Tip #18: Share current news stories as an entry into discussions about relevant teen topics such as good driving, safety issues, substance abuse, etc. Teens are more receptive to information that comes from the news than to lectures from you. Commentary from ACS Executive Director, Dr.Philippe […]
Excerpt from “99 Tips for Talking with Your Teenager:” Tip #37: Remember you love your child even if you do not always like or approve of his or her behavior. Commentary from ACS Executive Director, Dr.Philippe Rey: Continue to provide all of your children with positive feedback and opportunities to grow. Reflect on what you […]
Excerpt from “99 Tips for Talking with Your Teenager:” Tip #79- Watch for any danger signs such as alcohol on your child’s breath, the smell of marijuana, paraphernalia, severe drop in grades, extreme friendship changes. Commentary from ACS Executive Director, Dr.Philippe Rey: Seek support and guidance for yourself in dealing with the changes in a […]
Commentary from ACS Executive Director Dr.Philippe Rey: Teach your adolescent about the joys and troubles of life and ways to revel in the good times and cope with the bad. The myths that life is always easy or fair or that one should always be happy can lead to frustration for young people dealing with […]
