For Teens

This section is just for teens! It includes thoughts from other young people as well as tips from experts. You’ll find easy strategies for communicating more effectively with parents and ideas for managing stress and staying healthy.

Essential Reads

Help Parents Know What You Can Handle

May 01, 2019

Teens -- partner with your parents to work towards the privileges you want.

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Move Tough Conversations Forward

Sep 04, 2018

Teens can move tough conversations forward by coming prepared with solutions.

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Talk to Parents About Something Important

Sep 04, 2018

Learn communication tricks to get hard conversations going.

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How to Really be a Good Listener

Sep 04, 2018

Listening is a skill that takes practice.

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Pushing Boundaries Within Reason

Sep 04, 2018

Learn to work together with your parents to increase your growing independence.

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Handle Misunderstandings with Parents

Sep 04, 2018

How to deal with miscommunication.

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Fix Conflict with Parents

Sep 04, 2018

Focus on the issue at hand to improve communication with parents.

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