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These Three Factors Create a Healthier Future for Teens

Why Relationships with Youth MatterRaise safer, healthier teensBuild relationship skillsArticle

A teenage girl taking selfie photo of her family after hiking to top of mountain.

Colorado Grandfather & Mentor: Being Intentional Makes the Difference

Why Relationships with Youth MatterHear stories from parents like youArticleTestimonialFeatured Author

Father and son work together in a wood shop.

Colorado Mom: Taking Walks to Remember

Why Relationships with Youth MatterHear stories from parents like youArticleTestimonialFeatured Author

Iliana laughs with her daughter at the park

New Rhythms in Your Relationships With Teens

Why Relationships with Youth MatterRaise safer, healthier teensBuild relationship skillsArticle

A mid adult man serves his daughter dinner in a log cabin whilst his wife prepares to serve lettuce.

Questions from Parents: “My Teen Has Low Self-Esteem”

Why Relationships with Youth MatterHear stories from parents like youRaise safer, healthier teensBuild relationship skillsVideoArticleFeatured Author

Dad kisses preteen daughter on the cheek, both dressed up for a special occasion.

Colorado Dad: “We all want to be heard and affirmed.”

Hear stories from parents like youBuild relationship skillsArticleFeatured Author

Father and Teenage Son work together on cookie decorating.

Questions from Parents: How to Seek Help from a Counselor to Care for Your Teen

Why Relationships with Youth MatterHear stories from parents like youRaise safer, healthier teensBuild relationship skillsVideoArticleFeatured Author

Mom and Preteen Daughter Have a Serious Conversation

Middle School to High School: What You Should Know About This Big Transition for Teens

Why Relationships with Youth MatterRaise safer, healthier teensBuild relationship skillsArticle

Mom and teenage daughter smile and share a hug.

Stories of Connection

Why Relationships with Youth MatterHear stories from parents like youRaise safer, healthier teensBuild relationship skillsVideoArticle

Animated graphic of Abel learning to box with mentor Estevan

Now What? Staying Connected with Our Teens

Why Relationships with Youth MatterHear stories from parents like youBuild relationship skillsVideoFeatured Author

Mature mother and teenage mixed-race daughter wearing protective face mask before entering a store in small city street. Both have very curly brown hair. Horizontal waist up outdoors shot with copy space.

Questions from Parents: Dealing With Teen Anger

Why Relationships with Youth MatterRaise safer, healthier teensBuild relationship skillsVideoArticleFeatured Author

Father and daughter hug and laugh together.

ScaryMommy.com: Everything changes for our kids at 12

Hear stories from parents like youArticle

Middle school girls look at an iPad screen and tap around

Keeping Your Teen Safe Online Tips from an Expert

Raise safer, healthier teensBuild relationship skillsArticleFeatured Author

Dad helping his teenager doing homework at home

Five Ways to Help Your Teen Cope With Challenging Emotions

Why Relationships with Youth MatterBuild relationship skillsArticleFeatured Author

Father and teenage son have a conversation in a park.

Sixteen Ways You Can Help Young People Grow Through New Experiences

Break down barriersRaise safer, healthier teensBuild relationship skillsArticle

Father and two daughter playing basketball together

Talking About Substance Use is Less About Talking and More About Listening

Raise safer, healthier teensBuild relationship skills

Mother stands between daughters engaged in conversation

How to Provide Emotional Support to Young People During the Pandemic

Why Relationships with Youth MatterRaise safer, healthier teens

Female high school teacher offering assignment assistance and three students in classroom setting wearing face masks and working at desks observing social distancing using technology of laptop computers and digital tablet; part of a series (Shot with Canon 5DS 50.6mp photos professionally retouched - Lightroom / Photoshop - original size 5792 x 8688 downsampled as needed for clarity and select focus used for dramatic effect)

How to Keep Our Children Safe and Supported During the Pandemic

Why Relationships with Youth MatterRaise safer, healthier teens

Mature mother and teenage mixed-race daughter wearing protective face mask before entering a store in small city street. Both have very curly brown hair. Horizontal waist up outdoors shot with copy space.

How Has the Pandemic Impacted Your Relationships?

Why Relationships with Youth MatterHear stories from parents like you

Father and son taking virus precautions in the car.

Investing in Your Relationships is Worth It

Why Relationships with Youth MatterHear stories from parents like youArticleFeatured Author

Father wraps arm around pre-teen-aged son on at the beach on a sunny day

Here’s What Good Listening Looks Like

Build relationship skillsArticle

Teenage girl and mentor have a conversation.

Research Proves It: Connected Teens Are Healthier

Why Relationships with Youth MatterRaise safer, healthier teensBuild relationship skillsArticle

Mom and daughter go on a walk on a shady path.

How the Small Things My Parents Did Made a Big Impact on Me

Why Relationships with Youth MatterHear stories from parents like youBuild relationship skillsArticleFeatured Author

Dad and daughter laugh and joke together in a fall setting.

Tough Times Connecting With Youth: Parents in Their Own Words

Hear stories from parents like youBreak down barriers

Father and son spending quality time together in the car.
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As we all take steps to better connect with youth, our relationships will grow — and our teens will benefit.

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