So we’ve gone over the neurological, psychological, and social changes that characterize adolescence in Part 1 of this 2 part article, so now it’s time to approach the question: ‘What do I do about it?’ A step-by-step guide isn’t appropriate, as each family relationship is going to vary greatly, and require a tailored approach. That...
Parents with young teens understand better than anyone that adolescence is a period of substantial change for their children, but also their relationship with them. Our kids take their first steps into forging their own identities, deciding for themselves what they want out of life. Often, their decisions are bad ones. As parents, we want...
