by Doctress J.

Created on: April 30, 2008

Of course to most parents dating is scary, but they need to face the harsh reality. Your child has feelings just like you. Why else would there be so many dating sites if people didn't find it stimulating or important. Everyone wants to be loved, or at least wanted. Yes, I did say your child, or teen, has feelings. I understand if parents feel uncomfortable with that, but if you were in their situation, wouldn't you want the same respect? Now, I won't refer to them as needs because that seems a bit over the top.It is true though that dating is important to your teens life. Believe it or not, dating prepares teens for life. If you deny your children that knowledge, they will resent you forever. When dating, teens learn the power of companionship and social standing. They also learn the do's and don'ts of socializing with others. Also, dating just makes people feel good, wanted, special, important, and sometimes even loved. I know that almost anyone who will read this article has been on a date, or has been in a relationship at some point or another. I'm sure you will all agree that you feel pretty special when someone wants to spend time with you and only you. Well, your teens feel the same way. They want those same feelings and they see it all around them from media, their parents, their peers, and television. You may wonder why your kids run to your room and slam their door. I'll tell you something. Not letting your child date is one of the main reasons your children won't want to talk to you. This is an increasing problem, especially in girls age 12 to 18. Females have enough problems, and when they are socially rejected by their peers, they tend to over react. Also, remember that if you show a good example and educate your teens on the pressures of dating, safe sex, and all the problems that come along with mistakes they can make while dating. Even If your teens resist at first, keep talking, because they are most definitely curious. If you let their curiosity get the better of them, you will wish you had told them anyway. I know from personal experience that "we" want to know, and my parents have gone over it, time and time again. Thank you for reading and take note of what I have said. Please.

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