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How to Raise Teenagers

What are the challenges involved in raising teenagers? What works, and what doesn't?



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by beckish
Jan 25 '03 Teens and Sexual Activity
Keep those lines of communication open.... read full review
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by Mimi369
Jun 30 '01 Mental Illness and Chemically Dependent Teens...There is Help and Hope!
Raising teens is a great and difficult challenge but the rewards are definitely worth it!... read full review
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by MsHooterville
Dec 06 '05 Kids Just Don't Understand! Or Do Parents Just Suck?
Is Will Smith right with "Parents Just Don't Understand" or has he changed his tune now that he's got three kids?... read full review
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by 1truluv
Mar 03 '01 " Who Do You Think You're Talking To?!....
Start early, and you will reap the rewards of having a well rounded, normal teenager.... read full review
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by BryRrose
Dec 13 '00 One Mom of a Teenager Trusting Another
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by cntaur5
Jul 09 '02 Raising teenagers that have been sexually abused!
Remember recovery from child sexual abuse is an on-going process.... read full review
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by beckish
Jul 15 '02 When Trust is Violated
Trust is a fragile thing easily broken, but it doesn't have to be permanently broken.... read full review
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by BryRrose
Oct 06 '00 Mom, I Have Something to Tell You!
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by MsHooterville
Sep 28 '01 "Those SEXIST PIGS!" Passed Over MY BABY!
As a parent, when do you speak up if you feel your child has been unfairly passed over by a teacher? I guess you let the child decide.... read full review
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by jo.com
Apr 25 '02 Teenagers: Our Philosophy on Rearing Them - Sex Under Our Roof?
Have few rules, but be firm on those few. Pick your battles - let go of what won't be important in 5 years. ... read full review
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by MsHooterville
Apr 24 '03 My Baby Reached Her Goal: JROTC Battalion Commander!
My daughter has taught me a great deal about perseverance and sticking to a goal -- no matter how long it takes!... read full review
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by BryRrose
Oct 18 '00 When a Mom isn't a Mom.......WATCH OUT!
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by Greatpilgrim
Mar 25 '01 I'm thankful for Unconditional Love: the most important advice parents of teens can ever read
I was there; I know what it’s like. Unconditional love is the key to raising teens, but there are some other things you should know about it too.... read full review
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by beckish
Oct 05 '06 Raising Teenagers: Encourage Them to Take It Slowly
Teenagers need to develop their own sense of the world, but parents should encourage them to take it one step at a time. ... read full review
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by MsHooterville
Jul 12 '05 My Teenage Daughter: My Job is Nearly Complete
Living with a responsible young adult -- even the very best of them -- doesn't exempt a mother from asking them "Where are you? Who are you with?"... read full review
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by beckish
Sep 13 '02 Staying Close equates to Open Communication
Parenting teens is much easier if communication occurs.... read full review
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by Dr_Steph
Apr 26 '01 Adolescence: A Perilous Journey for Girls
Love them, educate them, respect them, set firm expectations, and LISTEN to what they have to say.... read full review
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by dearladyb
Sep 05 '01 When the Past Comes Back .. to Bite You in the Butt
It is hard, tough love is hard. ... read full review
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by SMITHSWOODSIDE
Mar 21 '01 EDUCATION is up to me - MONEY to US
Never risk causing social inequality on the one hand, and falling behind the rest of the world on the other.... read full review
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by SMITHSWOODSIDE
Mar 29 '02 Ya GOTTA LAUGH at DEATH
I am a fifty one year old Australian, one of the rare one's incapable of winning gold at the Olympics.... read full review
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by BryRrose
Sep 20 '00 Have You Ever???
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by SMITHSWOODSIDE
Feb 28 '02 Hey, GUESS who's coming to DINNER!
A huge free flowing trade system that will eventually involve the whole world... read full review
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by AliventiAsylum
Mar 06 '01 How Many More Times Will This Happen??
Parents are the ones ultimately in charge of their children. Do not trust your schools to take care of the problems.... read full review
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by lovetodraw
Jun 12 '01 Talk and Listen, that's the best advice I can give.
Talk and listen to your teenagers.... read full review
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by driver4t5
Sep 03 '00 One Rubicon that MUST be crossed - sexual discussion
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by TheBaba
May 24 '01 EVERY BODIES DOING IT...NO NOT QUITE!
Be honest with them from the get-go! Put yourself in their shoes...and share with them how you would feel. THEN LISTEN WHEN THEY TELL YOU HOW THEY FEEL! ... read full review
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by flamepillar
Aug 30 '01 I guess I got a little carried away...
This is more what I was aiming for last time.... read full review
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by beckish
Feb 08 '02 When the Peer Group Gets Scary: Keeping the Teenager Safe
Peer groups carry a lot of influence over a teenager. What is a parent to do?... read full review
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by conraddad
Jun 15 '01 Memories from a 41 year old mom
More than anything, teenagers need time from us...it is one of the most important things we must give to them as they are raised.... read full review
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by SMITHSWOODSIDE
Apr 17 '02 Keep an ACTIVE brain - the BIG Picture and TEENAGERS
They can see that they matter and therefore are much less likely to get involved with drugs and other of societies unpleasantness and tragedies.... read full review
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by Kassie
Jan 07 '01 Her First Love = My Worst Nightmare
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by SMITHSWOODSIDE
Jan 31 '02 POLITICS and DEMOCRACY
We must never confuse freedom with democracy.... read full review
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by beckish
Apr 21 '01 Surviving the Milestones
Teens hit milestones day after day. Some are scarier than others for the parents!... read full review
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by tbrown
Aug 10 '00 SURVIVING THE TEEN YEARS
To help make it through the teen years, parents should treat their teens with respect and love.... read full review
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by missy32
Oct 17 '00 How strict should we be?????????
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by sweetcece
Aug 24 '01 At Seventeen Years Of Age, My Son Has Encountered Lots Of Issues and Prevailed
Teenagers face serious issues in life, but it is the parents' responsibility for giving them wisdom to face peer pressure and develop into mature adults.... read full review
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by beckish
Nov 26 '00 Plain Talk About Sex
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by BryRrose
Sep 23 '00 Teenagers = Money
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by KCFemme
Jul 31 '00 I trust my teen, but am scared to death because I can't find her!
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by jeanniekerns
Dec 18 '00 It is SOOOOO Much Fun !
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by flamepillar
Aug 28 '01 Cry For Help
Fighting is the answer to everything now. Just don't tell that to your kids. ... read full review
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by gamblinfamily
Apr 04 '01 Being A Teenager Is Confusing - Suicide Is NOT a solution!
The focus should not only be on teen violence against others, but also against themselves.... read full review
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by meleahk
Jul 30 '01 Where did that cute, wonderful baby go? Oh yeah, it turned into a teenager!
Love them, treat them with respect and they will treat you the same.... read full review
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by cntaur5
Dec 11 '00 I am 13 years old and I want to .....?
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by fjbpab
Nov 14 '00 When my teenager came to me for help
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by Sneil_IV
Jun 18 '00 Yes, I Have a Pager. No, I'm Not a Drug Dealer. Yeesh.
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by SMITHSWOODSIDE
May 19 '02 It’s that Silly old Goat Again!
Everything was different and the same.... read full review
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by annecal
Jul 10 '02 R-E-S-P-E-C-T. Because I said so.
Here is my advice. Take it or leave it, and feel free to leave comments. ... read full review
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by suzig
Sep 06 '00 Twelve going on Twenty......
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by SMITHSWOODSIDE
Jan 01 '02 BEWARE of Uncle BUG
we all have one but............... read full review
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by Naomi7835
Jan 07 '01 Are Your Teens Smoking?
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by SMITHSWOODSIDE
Jul 19 '00 I HATE RACISTS
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by cntaur5
Nov 20 '00 10 Ways to Raise your Teenagers to Use Drugs
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by jeanniekerns
Oct 31 '00 Raising Teenage Girls. Is It As Difficult As They Say?
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by SMITHSWOODSIDE
Feb 15 '02 WHO's anomalous - or it’s NORMAL to be a bit devious
On to more devious things.... read full review
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by Sharkie
Apr 01 '01 How to enhance your child's education
Overall, Kumon is a great school for your children. They do not only teach mathematics but the added an English class just recently. ... read full review
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by Bryan_Carey
Apr 16 '01 Teaching Kids to be Tolerant
Teenagers need to realize that other people have different opinions and lifestyles, and these ideas are just as valid as their own.... read full review
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by SMITHSWOODSIDE
Feb 17 '02 We CHOOSE who LIVES and who DIES
Live and let die?... read full review
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by Bruguru
Feb 27 '02 Is Your Child at Risk for Type II Diabetes? The Answer May Surprise You
Type II diabetes is now appearing in American teens and children. As a parent, you have the ability to fight back.... read full review
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by copernicus
Dec 04 '01 Adolescence: An Unabridged And Complete Guide
recognising and diagnosing signs of Ordinary Adolescent Syndrome - from one in the know!... read full review
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by cntaur5
Mar 05 '01 Risk Reduction and Teenagers
If you are someone needs help call 1(800) 252-6465 Alcohol, Cocaine & Drug Abuse Hotline. ... read full review
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by dearladyb
Jan 05 '02 I felt left out!!
Remember it may not seem like they hear you, but they are listening even if they are rolling their eyes.... read full review
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by SMITHSWOODSIDE
Jan 04 '02 We’ll be handing over SOONER than we think
Preparing for the future... read full review
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by smile2k1
Nov 24 '01 Surviving the Cocoon
It's a difficult time, but look at it like a cocoon experience. Your child will enter as a kid and emerge as an adult, grateful for what you did.... read full review
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by cntaur5
Nov 26 '00 Project Safe Place for "teenagers" in Crisis!
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by Greatpilgrim
Apr 03 '01 "I'm thankful they taught me that"; Raising Teenagers ; Part II
When your kids leave the nest, do they have the skills they’ll need to make it as adults? ... read full review
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by FFerret
Dec 01 '00 My Olive Garden Story
When the time comes you've got to let go!... read full review
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by SMITHSWOODSIDE
Jan 27 '02 A BIT of TRUTH, a BIT of LOGIC, a BIT of KNOWLEDGE and a bit!
I'm full of it!... read full review
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by cntaur5
Nov 27 '00 The challenges of "Raising Teenagers" in State Custody.
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by whitty
May 30 '01 This is what your teenager wants and needs
Practice tolerance, understanding and trust in your relationship with your teenager.... read full review
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by spodgorski
Sep 11 '00 TEENS TURN MOM PREMATURELY GRAY!
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by BrendaMetcalf
Dec 01 '00 Want To Make $100,000.00/ Find A Teenager And Sue Him/Her!
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by kristinafh
Oct 25 '00 Tell Me Again Why You Act So Cheap?
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by pisces61
Oct 20 '00 Sexually Transmitted Diseases - what you need to know (part 2)
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by spodgorski
Oct 09 '00 RANTING and RAVING, me?!? on starting school times...
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by kuuleimomi
Mar 20 '01 Hate Crimes Start With the Word "Hate"
Make the difference and stop the hate. It can be handled through each others support. http://www.mtv.com/nav/intro_ffyr.html... read full review
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by amysmum
Apr 06 '01 In reply to Jeanniekern's opinion on raising teenagers
I was disturbed by the idea that a mother could accept another's daughter call her, "Mommy" and take her to be evaluated for birth control.... read full review
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by g0ld
Jun 07 '01 Teenage Years Are The Worst!
If you are having a frustrating time raising your teen, just stick with it because there is a light at the end of the tunnel.... read full review
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by Natasha37
Jun 11 '01 Don't Make Life Too Easy for Your Teen
By doing too much for our children, we won't allow them the chance to succeed and fail on their own and become confident in their abilities.... read full review
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by newswriter001
Apr 04 '01 A parent's guide to drugs and STREET slang
Be aware of all the drugs that are available on our streets.... read full review
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by vemartin
Sep 03 '01 There can be no greater compliment paid:
Set an example for your children, they will listen, learn, and emulate...... read full review
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by Jev04again
Jun 07 '01 Teenagers and Teachers
I would very much like it if teachers could support their students. They have too much to deal with as it is, let alone being belittled by their teachers.... read full review
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by lsebastan35
Feb 28 '02 I Know How To Raise A Teenager....NOT!!!!
I don't have a recommendation on how to raise teenagers. Just show your child your true self. They need to see you are human, too.... read full review
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by jeanniekerns
Apr 04 '01 When Parents Forget That Teenagers Are Kids Too!
Just be there.... ... read full review
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by kuuleimomi
Mar 09 '01 Homosexuality: The Idea Is To Teach Respect! Aug. 3, 2001 Update
It's not a taboo topic, don't raise a phobia in your child, just teach him/her how to respect diversity... read full review
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by doehlberg
May 05 '01 Teaching Teens Via the Internet
The Internet can be a fun way to keep in touch with your teen, as well as express emotions in a positive way.... read full review
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by Mark_A.
Aug 23 '00 Junior is joining the military
Our strength lies firmly in the hands of our youth... read full review
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by Thorbjore
Sep 24 '01 Coping With Anorexia and/or Bulimia
Pay attention for signs. Take them seriously if signs are present. Act quickly. Get help: the sooner the better.... read full review
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by ned1
May 17 '01 Open your Yearbook and relive the horror!!
Remember your teen years honestly. Don't dismiss the problems your child has. Remember how you felt and help them get through it.... read full review
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by flamepillar
Nov 15 '00 I will delete this Epinion if I'm really wrong about this (See Comments for more)
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by manbar
Jun 23 '00 Monitoring Teen Drivers
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by NascarTigger
Aug 07 '01 Beat The Trouble Before It Starts!
Be consistent in your rules!... read full review
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by rich2003dm
Nov 10 '00 Coming of age in America
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by 3Boys1Girl
Dec 30 '01 Two teens are better than one?
A LOT of love and understanding. We need to remember that we have two ears and only one mouth. That should tell us something. Listen more than we talk. :)... read full review
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by sweetcece
Aug 27 '00 My 16 Year Son: I Have To Realize That He & I Are Different
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by emeleel
Oct 17 '01 Empower your teen before they seize power for themselves
Take the time to know and understand your teen's feelings and you may save them from a world of hurt - of their own making.... read full review
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by sadgit
Jul 16 '03 Youth of Hate and Hated Youth
This could get doubly out of control... read full review
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by Qiy
May 21 '01 The TV Dilemma: what to do when you don't know what to do
We never condemned it as an evil invader, nor do we embrace it as a member of our family with the authority to make demands on our time. ... read full review
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by Lobstergirl
Sep 20 '00 Raising Your Pubescent Daughter: Some Foolproof Tips
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by susidee34
Aug 13 '00 What they don't say can tell you more
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by dejata
Apr 04 '01 TEEN MADNESS!!!
We have to bring back morals and not for granted the loves of our lives.... read full review
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by jankp
Dec 30 '00 Discussing Sexual Intimacy: Beyond Bill Clinton
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by jsmorris
Nov 01 '00 More on "Winning At All Costs"
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by juliannestrack
Oct 04 '01 Self Respect and Self Esteem are Essential!!!
Reality, self-respect, self-esteem, trust, and independence; these things have got to be taught and encouraged!!!... read full review
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by catzmit
Aug 30 '02 When it goes beyond being sad
Please listen to your teen when they say they think they're depressed, it could save their life.... read full review
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by rjc
Mar 02 '02 Parenting 101: Did I Pass?
Communicate.....Communicate......and Communicate.... read full review
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by Anniemal
Jan 02 '01 Teen Smoking - GET A LIFE and a carton of cancer!
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by ten_angel
Mar 22 '01 Dear Santa......part III
NA... read full review
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by piglet2061
Sep 05 '00 Oh come on Mom!
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by vandalz
May 15 '01 Are you Respectful or Respectable?
Children deserve respect just as much as parents do!... read full review
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by soupcraze
Jul 19 '01 Drugs... A Hard Battle That Most Parents Must Face... One That May Be Lost Too...
This is one hell of a battle for some people... Some teens know not to do drugs, but others don't know any better. ... read full review
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by Tigerlily137
Aug 15 '00 What Questions Never To Ask Your Teen
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by jsmorris
May 04 '01 A Glimpse of My Daughter As An Adult
Encourage your child, show by example, be involved in their life, set boundaries, set goals, but most of all love them and be proud of them! ... read full review
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by crb1487
Aug 19 '01 Reality Hits
Parents, realize your precious moments for what they are, because before you know it you’ll look back and see, "time went way too fast..."... read full review
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by MsHooterville
Jul 06 '00 "My Parents Will KILL Me!" Still Works With Peer Pressure
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by curen
Nov 23 '01 Teenage depression isn't easy to suppress
I hope this review helps you to manage your depressed teenagers life!!... read full review
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by blueworld52
Nov 06 '01 We're all teenagers at heart....remember what it was like to be a kid?
The bottom line is that teenagers are going to raise heck...so let them, it's just what they're meant to do!... read full review
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by soupcraze
Jul 28 '01 SEX
SEX... Think about it. Read my review about SEX.... read full review
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by cosmogirl
Sep 29 '00 Curfew? What's that?
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by rhizu
Jun 14 '03 I ink, therefore I am?
When did identity become such an issue? ... read full review
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by ronikaye
Sep 17 '00 Why are our little girls being pushed to grow up?
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by jennster36
Apr 10 '01 What to Do About it.
Parents need to know that, Monkey see Monkey do, and if Little Monkey did what Big Monkey did, we can only hope that Big Monkey did the right thing. ... read full review
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by mommyknowsbest
Apr 13 '08 No one said it would hurt like this...
Enjoy them they grow up too fast!... read full review
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by ned1
Sep 07 '00 Mom, Did you ever smoke Pot?
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by TimeForMom
Sep 30 '00 HELP! My son is a high school senior!!!
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by Chriss1977
Aug 13 '00 Thank You, Young Consumers
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by Anniemal
Dec 12 '00 "Wired" Teens: The Cellular Craze Is Here to Stay?
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by terrid
May 27 '01 The hardest part....
It's not an easy job but someone has to do it.... read full review
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by shekinah
Jan 06 '06 Those Terrible TEENS!
Hold on to your sanity!... read full review
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by Singforeva
Jul 05 '01 My $1200+ Ex-Boyfriend...My Story
Girls don't sell yourself short or give up your dreams for any guy. Never let him do what my ex did to me. ... read full review
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by blueworld52
Jul 03 '01 I'm a teenager, maybe I could help...
Raising teenagers can be fun, and it can be hell...when we're gone you'll miss us - but then again you won't.... read full review
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by SMITHSWOODSIDE
Nov 14 '00 They are bone LAZY, disrespectful and SPOILT
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by ned1
Aug 27 '00 On becoming a 35 year old grandma
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by sweetaber
Feb 26 '01 Been There, Seen That
Educate and form a relationship with your kids at a young age. It's the key to making it through teenage years.... read full review
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by charlenep
Jan 08 '01 Not the Nose !!!
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by lonelyladyk
Nov 25 '00 ~Raising teens can be tough but it doesn't have to be~
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by Lajeaca
Oct 19 '00 Knocking on Mother's Door
The door is always open... read full review
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by soupcraze
Jun 15 '01 Times Have Changed...Today Life Is Different.
The world doesn't revolve around you. Listen to your teens, just because you have a philosophy doesn't mean that it's fact.... read full review
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by zeecee
Jun 19 '01 Be there but know when to back off; be trustworthy & straight forward
React, but don't overreact. Read books that seem relevant and get therapy for the family if that might help. Communication is probably limited, but be around.... read full review
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by charlenep
Feb 07 '01 The Biggest Hug
Make sure you use your feelings when talking and discussing a subject with your teenager. Show them you really do care.... read full review
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by maddi
Sep 18 '00 TEENAGER CHECK LIST WITH LOVE
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by groverchick
Sep 29 '00 Finally Realizing Why My Mom Was So Strict...
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by FlowrChild
Nov 01 '00 Teenagers- Stop Complaining and Start Voting!
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by dearladyb
Aug 07 '01 Terrible Two's- Revisited in Teen Years
We all learn by making mistakes. Your teen will make mistakes and will learn from them. Never compare children!... read full review
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by JaDaRu
Jul 13 '00 To work, or not to work...
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by Margaret1220
Feb 24 '01 Children vs the world as they know it
Give your child a belief, morals and values, listen to your child,get to know them, be supportive in school, sports and social activities. Love them.... read full review
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by WendyD3520
Jun 05 '01 Have a Problem Teenager? I Don’t Know How to Help You.
With kids, you get what you pay for.... read full review
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by mandhir
Mar 26 '01 Teens World!!
Always try to buddy to your teenage son and daughter... read full review
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by Singforeva
Jul 17 '01 Teenage Sexuality
Be careful of who you meet and express yourself and really know anyone you're involved with, their past, and STD tests. ... read full review
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by trphilip
Dec 03 '00 Raising Teenagers: Are You Parentally Disabled?
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by Absinthe
Oct 25 '01 Kids and Drugs Today
America's Youth is being swept away in drug use, and why?... read full review
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by Writerip
Nov 10 '00 Back in the Old Days
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by amerpie
Sep 19 '00 Would Your Kids Vote For You If You Ran for President?
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by jeanniekerns
May 27 '01 We are doing something wrong ~.
Unconditional love means, there are no conditions. ... read full review
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by bwyckoff1
Oct 31 '01 It's Hard To Say You Are Sorry When A Child is Dead
My advice is bite the bullet and do what is right-it may be the only chance you get.... read full review
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by MsHooterville
Apr 06 '01 The Boys Don't Know She's Beautiful - Yet
My teenage daughter doesn't care about fashion, makeup, pierced ears or dresses. The boys don't know she's a knockout yet. I'm in no rush for that!... read full review
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by amerpie
Aug 26 '00 A Home WIthout a TV is a Happy Home
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by terrid
Jan 07 '01 City vs Country
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by TheBaba
Jul 25 '00 Take a walk down "MY DIRT ROAD"!
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by porcelina22
Mar 26 '01 From a teenager...
Listen now, later may be too late.... read full review
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by amerpie
Aug 16 '00 Walking Uphill in the Snow to School, Both Ways
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by SMITHSWOODSIDE
Feb 05 '02 THE WORST F WORD
As parents it all starts with us - and we still don’t need a license!... read full review
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by artic00cat
Jul 08 '00 Dear Mom and Dad,
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by amerpie
Aug 24 '00 You've Got To Be Stupid Not To Go To College, Right?
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by junebug531
Jun 10 '00 Suicide-A Grim Topic But We Need To Be Aware
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by duckyone
Oct 17 '00 Teenagers are horrible??!
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by jeanniekerns
May 25 '01 Teenage Years Are Difficult No Doubt, But........
It is hard, I grant you that much. But it is not as hard as "society" makes it to be. It is PARENTING... read full review
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by pisces61
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