How we treat teens: Tips for increasing awareness and respect toward teenagers

by Tracy Lewis

Once we reach adulthood, we often forget what it was like to be a Teenager. In our past, there often linger - memories we don't wish to recall or bring forth in our adult years, so we conveniently forget many things. 'Teen...read more

by Shenni Bubb

So often we fail to treat teenagers as we should. More often than not we alter our parental persona somewhat to suit our fears. Fear? Yes we often fear the teen years, worrying how our teenagers will turn out. Thus, we som...read more

by Gypsy LeRey

It is important to never engage in a power struggle with your child. This only leads to a breakdown in communication and diminishes mutual awareness and respect. The best way for parents to avoid this vicious cycle is thro...read more

by Anthony Garofalo

Honesty, respect and don't over react. Sounds easy huh? All of my children are now teens. None of them are the same. They all however respond to the above.I'll see if I can lay this out easy for you. 1. Honesty be hones...read more

by Ariel M

Mother of 5,(including 1 teen), and a teacher in high school I have a straightforward relationship with the 12 - 19 yr. age group. I myself was deemed the teenager from hell,( and am still regarded as rebellious by my con...read more

by D. Keith Shurtleff

As a father of eight active children, my life often reminded me of an old recruiting slogan, "More than just a job, it's an adventure". Its true that we did face some fear and trepidation as our children approached the dr...read more

by Melody Chase

Do you ever wonder why your teenager just doesn't talk to you? Well, I was watching an episode of "Law and Order: S.V.U.", the TV drama series that inspired me to write an article about that question. In this episod...read more

by Maria Bray

One thing I didn't understand until I entered teaching was both sons' complaints that their teachers were "mean". I figured that they thought that because they were expected to work and behave and generally had to do thing...read more

by Sarah Haire

A few days before his thirteenth birthday, my son came to me and apologized. "I'm so sorry Mom," he said, before he walked away. Confused, I shouted, "Hey, come back here." When he returned, he explained, "W...read more

by Tom Doolan

Ok, so why do so many people think that it's their responsibility to mold their children into their own image? I have recently had people criticize my practice of letting my daughter think for herself, and make her own d...read more

by Melissa Williams

This article is about the lack of respect young parents get these days. It is a fact that young mothers are criticized when they are pregnant or have children, alot of the hype is about the false allegations that they do i...read more

by Sethunya

Giving Power to Teenager on Track Makuena, my daughter, and I sat in the front room heads bowed. The teacher said she could not play at the Federation because it would ruin her reputation if my daughter played. "She...read more

by Susan David

Whether I like it or not, being a parent means that someone looks to me for examples every single day. I don't always like it. I sometimes wonder if teachers and others who spend extended time with young people realize ...read more

by Melissa Rachiele

Teenagers respect and appreciate when you treat them as human beings. Remember that they are not their challenges or their deficiencies; rather, they are people deserving of respect and recognition. If you are a parent, ...read more

by Elke C

Tips for increasing awareness and respect toward teenagers. Most people are aware of teens. Yet they see them through their biased "looking glass eyes". Teenagers throughout history have been given labels such as rebels...read more

by Chelsea Miracle

There is no denying it, the compilation of a teens life is different in the 21st century than it was maybe 15 or so years ago. For instance, you can be compiling and conjuring up quality articles and being half the age of ...read more

by Diane Majett

The Teen Age Experience By: Baruka Brooklyn Princess So much happens in that stage of life that sort of takes off once you reach the teen age. You can notice that many adults who referr to events in their past experi...read more

by Patti Winters

Many people will tell you that they feel teenagers are a different entity. They don't understand how they think or why they act or dress the way they do, but these same people also don't take the time to get to know them. ...read more

by Malinda Holcomb

I have a 17 year old teenager. He is a good kid. You can be a friend with your teen as long as they know you are a friend/parent. I give my son the respect he deserves. I remember what it was like as a teenager. My pa...read more

by Draven

People rise to your expectations. Teenagers are on their way to becoming adults, and it is important they are allowed to take on some of the responsibilities and thinking of adults. In turn, teens showing signs of person...read more