Last Updated: October 4, References. She provides therapy to people who struggle with addictions, mental health, and trauma in community health settings and private practice. There are 21 references cited in this article, which can be found at the bottom of the page. This article has been viewed 58, times. Being a teenager is tough, and parenting a teen is no easier. Respecting their independence might be tough, but your child needs some space to explore their identity.
Teen Driving
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21 Strong Yet Smooth House Rules For Teenagers
Parenting a teenager is often considered a challenging task. As your innocent and obedient children start developing ideas and thoughts of their own, it is your responsibility as a parent to steer them in the right direction. And for that, you need to have some house rules in place. Teenage is the tender as well as the right age to teach your children discipline, compassion, and integrity.
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After spending years protecting your children from all sorts of dangers on the road and off, you now face the prospect of handing them the keys to the family car. It's time for them to learn how to drive. Are you prepared? We can help you mold your teen into a safe and capable driver. Educate yourself about the consequences of illegal alcohol use by minors, the benefits of seat belt use, the growing epidemic of distracted driving, and much more.
The teen years are a time when independence looms large, but the battle to achieve much-wanted freedom rages on. This is also around the time that parents are striving to teach teens responsibility so they can grow into mature, trustworthy adults who are accountable for their actions. To get the ball rolling, parents should prepare a set of rules or guidelines, tasks and commitments, and they should be age-appropriate with clear expectations. Regardless of the family dynamics and home structure, parents desire to help teens become mature adults, but expect resistance and be prepared to explain your case. Allow your teen to voice his or her opinion whenever possible, which will encourage open communication.
