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Let's not sugarcoat it:
Parenting can be hard.

Here's some stories and perspective from other parents to remind you that you’re not alone. Keep at it, and your efforts will make a difference!

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

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

Stories of Connection

Now What? Staying Connected with Our Teens

Questions from Parents: Dealing With Teen Anger

ScaryMommy.com: Everything changes for our kids at 12

Keeping Your Teen Safe Online Tips from an Expert

Sixteen Ways You Can Help Young People Grow Through New Experiences

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

How to Provide Emotional Support to Young People During the Pandemic

How to Keep Our Children Safe and Supported During the Pandemic

How Has the Pandemic Impacted Your Relationships?

Investing in Your Relationships is Worth It

Research Proves It: Connected Teens Are Healthier

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

Tough Times Connecting With Youth: Parents in Their Own Words

What I’ve Learned About Connecting with Youth, Even When I Make Mistakes

Find Your Teen’s Behavior Confusing? Researchers Can Help Explain It

How I Connect with My Kids by Meeting Them in “Their World”

The Power of Relationships

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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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