Expect them to test you otherwise they wouldn't be thinking for themselves. Some of your teen’s values will be different from yours. Guide your teens as they develop their own personal value systems.
Show your interest by being ready to listen without prying for personal details. Help your teens to feel good about themselves, their changing bodies and their emotions.īe a good role model. Respect your teens' need for privacy and their space.īe encouraging. When they demonstrate good judgement they’re ready for greater independence. Recognize when your teens need clear rules and supervision. As your children grow into teenagers, you’ll keep the lines of communication open when you recognize, respect, encourage, show and guide. The truth is that your teenager needs to be informed and have the necessary skills and information to act responsibly and safely. Others parents believe that talking to teens about sex will encourage sexual experimentation. Some prefer to stay silent and assume their teens will pick up what they need to know from school and the media. Talking with your teen about sex can be challenging for even the most easygoing parents.
