Center for Parent and Teen Communication

CPTC is fortunate to receive editorial contributions from a range of multi-disciplinary experts, journalists, youth, and more.

Put Yourself in Your Parents’ Shoes

Sep 28, 2023

You messed up, and you're trying to regain your parents' trust. Think about it from your parents' perspective.

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Be Your Own Champion

Sep 21, 2023

Teens: Part of growing up means learning how to advocate for yourself.

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Getting Parents To Trust You After a Mistake

Sep 14, 2023

Teens: You messed up, so now what?

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TikTok and Mental Health: A Youth Perspective

Aug 08, 2023

Learn about the benefits and setbacks of TikTok.

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Your Parents Want To Hear Your Feelings

Jul 25, 2023

Sometimes teens don’t loop their parents into their feelings because they don’t want to be a burden.

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Communication is a Lifelong Skill

Jul 20, 2023

Communication is easy when you practice first. 

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