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Sp681-X-Communicating With Your Teen, The University Of Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service Oct 2006

Sp681-X-Communicating With Your Teen, The University Of Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service

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Sometimes the gulf between adults and teens seems huge and communication s seems impossible. Yet good communication with your teenage children is key to helping them make good decisions and lead healthy lives. Luckily there are ways to make communication with teens more effective. Here are some guidelines that can help parents and other adults communicate successfully with the teens they care about.


Sp681-Y-Communicating With Your Parents, The University Of Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service Oct 2006

Sp681-Y-Communicating With Your Parents, The University Of Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service

Family

You may just need a little help relating to your parents, or you may need to talk to them about something difficult. Either way, read on!

Opening a dialogue is not as frightening as it may seem, and it doesn’t have to be the adult who starts the discussion. Teens can open the lines of communication, too. As the saying goes, “talking is a two way street.” If there is something on your mind, if you are feeling confused or if you just need to talk, there is always some trustworthy adult willing to listen. Your parents, your aunts and …