How To Improve Communication With Your Teenager, According To A Licensed Counselor
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Julia Austin
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If it matters to them, it should matter to you
“One of the biggest mistakes that parents make with teenagers is not listening to them,” says Cofield. “Oftentimes, parents are dismissive of their teenager’s feelings and opinions. The lack of validation only makes things worse for the strained relationships most teens tend to have with their parents. This is a time in their lives when they are starting to develop their identity and figure out who they are.”
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