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The ten key strategies good parents of
teenagers
need to remind themselves:
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Know that raising a teen can be a
challenging job.
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Teen behavior is an attempt to communicate. The magic is when you
translate that behavior into words to help them be safe.
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Know that sometimes being angry with your teenager is normal.
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It's normal for your teen to want
to spend time with friends rather than family. It doesn't mean
she/he doesn't love you, it is his/her job to become more
independent. Congratulate yourself for letting go and not being
afraid you have lost your precious child.
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If your teenager is rebelling, it may mean you are on the
right track.
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Doing it alone can be tough. Talking about it with someone you
trust and respect can help.
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Know at any given moment, we all do the best that we can.
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If it feels like you are on a roller coaster with your teens,
understand that their unpredictable waves of hormones may lead
to unpredictable mood swings. It's not always you!
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On an inevitable day, when you think you are going to lose it,
hold an ice cube in each hand to give yourself a moment to "chill".
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Hang in there! This too shall pass. One day, they will be adults
and actually hug you back!
For more information please call Suzan Aldimassi today for
additional information and/or complementary consultation
949.235.7606
Suzan Aldimassi,
MS., MFT
Suzan@parenting-teenagers.com
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