Questioning authority can be a positive indicator of growth and development in teens, but it can also be a challenge for parents. Fortunately, there are strategies parents can use in dealing with this period of burgeoning independence. In this recent segment from KTVI-TV in St. Louis, Dr. Hyken shares tips for effectively managing the parent-child relationship in the midst of those trying teenage years.
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How to Parent Rebellious Adolescents
Thursday, February 23rd, 2012Defiant Teens
Wednesday, December 15th, 2010My teenager has been breaking a lot of house rules lately. Some of the things she is doing feel like normal teenage behavior, but other times it feels excessive. How do I know when my daughter has crossed the line?
As teenagers enter the driving years, their behavior often changes. This is usually related to an adolescent’s desire to develop her own identity as well as her own independence. Peers start to become more important than parents, and the ability to drive creates a new found freedom and opportunity to push the boundaries of household rules. When gauging
the seriousness of your rule breaking teen’s behavior consider the following guidelines to help you determine when your child has crossed the line.
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