Communicating with Your Teen: Avoiding the ‘Should Do’
In this video, Michael Rich, MD, MPH, FAAP, FSAHM discusses listening to your teen and offers communication tips such as using the phrase “You can” instead of “You should.” Allowing teens to solve problems on their own will help them as they grow, mature, and come into their own.
Additional Information:
- How to Communicate with a Teenager
- Talking with Your Teen: Tips for Parents
- Components of Good Communication
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