tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-45303325626738118152012-02-01T16:10:11.444-05:00Frustrated with your Teen? - You're not alone! Positive Parenting Articles, Parenting Books and e-Books plus Parenting Tools to help Parents of Teens deal with Teen Beavior.Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.comBlogger531100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-63278242558936592662012-02-01T11:36:00.002-05:002012-02-01T11:39:14.283-05:00

Lack of expression, desire to be independent, curiosity, and single-mindedness are all contributing attributes that make it easy to argue with a teen. Lack of expression - Due to the teen's lack of communication skills, their questions are easily perceived as criticism by parents - and we get defensive. Desire to be independent - Teens want to be independent and have some input and control

Parent-Teen-Relationship-Helphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06870727724110008969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-3609176470542370952012-01-26T08:31:00.004-05:002012-02-01T16:10:11.454-05:00

Looking for another guide into the realm of teen parenthood? We have another essential tool to parents who are serious about reaching their teens, a tool that targets specific behaviors and issues. It’s a series of three books called “Fitting the Pieces”. With each issue of Fitting the Pieces, we will help you look inside your teen's mind and gain perspective into their world, while giving you

Parent-Teen-Relationship-Helphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06870727724110008969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-42544544812040315402012-01-17T08:42:00.002-05:002012-01-17T08:50:33.078-05:00

"Help Me With My Teenager" shows you how to deal constructively with the teen age group by giving you accessto proven strategies that have helped hundreds of parents build the relationship with their teenager they imagined. One of the covered topics in this book is Trust Vs. Control. Learning the difference in this fine line on parenting can help your teen open up to you, and can help you become

Parent-Teen-Relationship-Helphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06870727724110008969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-53756875416437662172012-01-09T19:03:00.004-05:002012-01-09T19:57:10.797-05:00

On Friday we asked our Facebook Fans "What are the biggest obstacles for you to listen to your teen?" The most popular answers were that the parent and teen(s) misunderstood each other or the parents got easily frustrated with their teens.Understanding one another can be a great first step in general communication and understanding, and can be one way to quickly eliminate frustration between both

Parent-Teen-Relationship-Helphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06870727724110008969noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-38232810448082676822011-11-18T14:36:00.000-05:002011-11-18T14:36:58.512-05:00

by Ryan Glassmoyer As a teen drug user I knew I was doing wrong when I ingested cocaine, but when my friends brought their mother’s prescription pain killers to school I thought little of taking them. Swallowing those pills I often didn’t even know the name of resulted in blacked-out school days and health risks. Ultimately my high school use led to full blown heroin addiction and dropping out

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-68313141375721973002011-06-14T11:35:00.000-04:002011-06-14T11:35:20.579-04:00

Who Am I And Why Should You Listen To Me, Anyway? I'm the proud of mother of three grown children and the proud grandmother of one yet to be walking baby. You might be wondering what you're doing reading this book, and to tell you the truth at first I was wondering what I was doing writing this book. Let me start at the beginning though. Before I started this book, and before it even became

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-33382320846467058172011-06-14T11:20:00.000-04:002011-06-14T11:20:01.213-04:00

For the first time ever, there is an amazing new ebook called, "NO-NONSENSE PARENTING FOR TODAY'S TEENAGER - How To Feel Like A Good Parent Even When Your Teenager Hates You" by Norbert Georget. It covers nearly everything you need to know about how to deal with Disrespectful, Out-Of-Control or Abusive Adolescent-Teenage Behavior...Plus More -- and it'll make your life as a parent a whole lot

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-5427629270147487392011-06-13T15:53:00.000-04:002011-06-13T15:53:15.968-04:00

Over the past 3 years there have been incredible advancements made by a medical detox centers and doctors in the United States. Unfortunately, many individuals cannot afford the expense of a Drug & Alcohol Rehabilitation center. A recently created online course, which is now known as the At-Home Drug Withdrawal Program, help individuals to detox from Benzos, anti depressants, Methadone and

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-7693684452416330342011-06-13T15:25:00.000-04:002011-06-13T15:25:19.338-04:00

by Timothy Welch The Forgotten Five Steps Workbook is an e-book that was developed as a self-help alternative to Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous. Author Timothy Welch has worked as a clinical counselor in the addiction sphere for more than 15 years and has helped dozens of people find hope and a new outlook on life. You'll learn about a different approach to addiction - contrary to

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-74278999814238514922011-04-07T19:38:00.000-04:002011-04-07T19:38:45.437-04:00

Parenting Today’s Teens with Less Stress – Download audio Description: Download Dawn’s new audio teleseminar today! Develop a stronger bond with your child by using Dawn’s six parenting strategies to reduce your stress while at the same time teaching them valuable life skills. This teleseminar is for parents of children between 9 and 19 years of age. Only $7.99, Download here http://bit.ly/

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-53014807779752138382011-03-31T08:35:00.000-04:002011-03-31T08:35:14.336-04:00

NCRG LAUNCHES WEBSITE TO HELP ADDRESS GAMBLING ON COLLEGE CAMPUSESCollegeGambling.org Offers Tools and Resources for Campus Officials, Parents & Students by: Dan Doherty WASHINGTON – The National Center for Responsible Gaming (NCRG) announced today that it has launched a new website, www.CollegeGambling.org, to help colleges and universities address gambling and gambling-related harms on campus.

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-86881282398357231582011-03-17T20:20:00.000-04:002011-03-17T20:20:31.864-04:00

For Immediate Release March 2011  "Turning Eighteen & The Law: A Complete Guide to your New Rights and Responsibilities" New book is a must read for every new adult; focusing on the main areas of new rights and responsibilities an 18-year-old faces in the United States. Laws and legal principles are discussed. Atglen P.A. — From the author of Surviving Your Deposition, a new handbook that

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-91357060094790004982011-03-14T19:42:00.000-04:002011-03-14T19:42:45.184-04:00

by Michael Harmann, MSW There are significant differences and undeniable consequences of an emotionally reactive, inconsistent parenting style and a responsive and consistent parenting style. In this post I will explain those differences and discuss the outcomes of each style’s distinct relationship to potential drug abuse and/or poor emotional regulation skills in adolescents. Typically parents

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-89729186890469471742011-03-13T10:13:00.001-04:002011-03-13T10:23:03.123-04:00

TeenDriver.com Helps Parents Ensure Safety of Their Teen Drivers New Service Provides Access to Confidential Reports on Teen’s Driving Behavior and Tips for Safety on the Road McLean, VA, March 8, 2011 -- TeenDriver has launched a new service that gives parents the tools they need to raise safe drivers. TeenDriver.com enables parents of teenagers to receive online confidential reports related

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-44285150797348543872011-01-31T11:05:00.000-05:002011-01-31T11:05:36.039-05:00

My wife and I have four children, three boys and a girl. They’re adults now, out of the house…never out of our lives. Parenting never ends, thankfully, because we enjoy being a part of their lives. My wife and I, both from Catholic families, chose Catholic education for our children. We wanted a continuation of our Christian values and God to be part of their daily lives. The result; four average

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-86387927276475262552011-01-31T10:45:00.000-05:002011-01-31T10:45:17.483-05:00

by David Walters Do your children know your philosophy on life? Do they know what your core values are, and where you stand on important topics that impact their lives? Have you ever thought about putting it in writing? About 2 years ago I started to write a book to my kids. I have two teenagers, a boy that is 17 and a girl that just turned 15. The 17-year-old is driving. The 15-year-old has

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-11123875503178867302011-01-09T15:01:00.000-05:002011-01-09T15:01:28.487-05:00

By MELANIE VANDERVEER For the Pocono Record January 07, 2011 12:00 AM Being a parent of a young child can be a difficult job, but most parents haven't seen anything until the teen years arrive. If you have a teenager living under your roof, you probably know all about the arguments and how they can go nowhere fast. Maybe you've wondered if there was another way to handle it that didn't

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-29172645737966022222010-03-12T15:41:00.000-05:002010-03-12T11:06:38.648-05:00

When it comes to dealing with your teenager, what is your biggest concern? If you are anything like the hundreds of parents who reached out to Christina, your primary concern is probably how to show your teenager that you care. It’s a good concern to have, because making your teenager actually believe that you truly care is absolutely essential to building a strong, supportive relationship

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-29473031997313588622010-03-12T12:54:00.000-05:002010-03-12T12:54:33.444-05:00

By Christina Botto Your teenager faces several areas of peer pressure. What makes it even harder for your teenager is that most parents do not understand the depths to which these pressures go. Cigarettes and Alcohol Cigarettes and alcohol more than likely will be among the first areas where your teenager will have to face peer pressure. With movies and television flashing images of underage

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-53522651681268114822010-03-12T11:07:00.000-05:002010-03-12T11:07:19.501-05:00

In Monitoring Your Teenager & Influencing Their Actions, Christina tackles the classic problem of monitoring your teen’s behavior and actions, while still having their trust. There’s a definite way to be a caring, involved parent, without making your teen angry, or worse, destroying the trust between you. Teenage years are a very confusing and dangerous time; filled with temptation, curiosity,

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-65569995431342571702010-03-12T11:00:00.000-05:002010-03-12T11:01:39.723-05:00

One of the most troubling things for a parent is discovering and/or dealing with a teen that gets involved with drugs, alcohol, gangs, “cutting”, running away, tattoos, piercing, or even has sexual identity issues (experimentation or otherwise). These circumstances not only require a special touch, but also need a deep level of understanding. Only by first knowing “why” can you truly tackle the

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-77312943984580597302010-01-19T15:36:00.000-05:002010-03-12T11:26:14.157-05:00

Would You like to improve life with your teen? Written by a real parent for real parents, “Help Me With My Teenager! A Step-by-Step Guide for Parents that Works" is specifically aimed at helping parents build a better relationship with their teenage children. Right now! Unlike most “parenting your teen” tomes, this isn’t a book written by some psychologist telling you how to be a parent – you

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-57584290353009107742010-01-17T11:42:00.001-05:002010-01-22T17:17:38.906-05:00

.nobr br { display: none;}.articleContentBlack{color:#000000;font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:11px;text-indent:0px; max-width: none ;}.articleAuthor{ color:#999999; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-weight:bold; font-size:12px; font-style:italic;}.articleContentTextBlack{ color:#000000; font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-42273242134635408422008-02-15T09:42:00.003-05:002010-01-22T17:16:53.756-05:00

I have a fourteen-year-old stepson and I have been a part of his life since he was two years old. We have primary custody and his mother has weekend visitations. The first few years with him were very difficult, but eventually we became very close. Last month he told his father he wants to live with his mother for high school. He has become very distant from us and seems to ignore our values. He

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-51254919475751016502008-02-15T09:40:00.003-05:002010-01-22T17:16:37.664-05:00

Our fifteen-year-old son has just been diagnosed with depression and we would like to help motivate him with his schoolwork. He is so unmotivated right now and we are concerned about how he will do on some important exams that are coming up. How can we help him stay focused? --Y. Depression in teens is often marked by a change in behavior that includes instability in mood, increased sadness and/

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-45369579609996137662008-01-20T16:47:00.002-05:002010-01-22T17:15:52.589-05:00

by Christina Botto Drug abuse among teens is a growing concern. In Troubled Teenagers – Identifying and Dealing with Tough Issues we discuss the signs as well as the reasons why teens abuse drugs and alcohol.As with any disease, early detection increases the chance for a full recovery and a drug and alcohol free future. Inpatient treatment at a Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center is the

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-16642154321608436472008-01-19T13:41:00.001-05:002010-01-22T17:15:20.466-05:00

By Susan M. Heim There are many ways to raise a child, and every child is different. Therefore, there is no magic formula for raising good teens. Excellent parents can still have problem children, and good children come out of bad homes. But by staying closely involved in your children’s lives, even when they don’t appear to need you as much anymore, you’ll be teaching them the lessons they need

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-75059173984248172352008-01-19T13:37:00.002-05:002010-01-22T17:15:00.398-05:00

My son used to always want to have friends over or go to a friends home. He stopped suddenly six months ago (at the beginning of the summer). I chalked it up to he was moving to a new high school. He wanted to make the move to a private school. In middle school I know he went through a lot of bullying or teased for being small and smart. The move to this new school has made a huge change him in

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-51609221285633750612008-01-19T13:36:00.002-05:002010-01-22T17:14:44.832-05:00

I just found out my fourteen-year-old daughter had sex. She says that it was a one time thing, and that she learned her lesson and it isn’t going to happen again. It has been spread around her school and she is taking allot of taunting because of it. I talked to her about making mistakes in life and getting past them, being mature enough for sex and what it means to respect yourself. She said all

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-58940868981274358322008-01-09T10:51:00.002-05:002010-01-22T17:14:17.826-05:00

The other day Sheryl got quite mad at me because I would not let her go out with her friends. For the first 30 days at home, she was only allowed to see a couple of her friends and only in my presence. She also was not allowed to have any money on her, and had to turn in her time slips from work. Sheryl is an adult, and limiting her that much does feel very strange. To put more of the

Suenoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-27293417696284036442008-01-04T08:33:00.002-05:002010-01-22T17:14:01.473-05:00

I was overwhelmed by the amount of caring and supportive emails I received, yet sad to realize how many parents experienced what I now have to deal with. The nightmare started as soon as I picked her up from the airport. Sheryl was sobbing and shaking, and I couldn't get out of her why. She finally answered my repeated inquiries; she was afraid to return to school, friends, and a place where

Suenoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-48489951591836469892008-01-03T10:30:00.001-05:002010-01-22T17:13:46.561-05:00

by Christina Botto Drug abuse among teens is a growing concern. In Troubled Teenagers – Identifying and Dealing with Tough Issues we discuss the signs as well as the reasons why teens abuse drugs and alcohol. As with any disease, early detection increases the chance for a full recovery and a drug and alcohol free future. Inpatient treatment at a Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Center is the

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-33486301566073671892007-12-15T15:44:00.002-05:002010-01-22T17:12:34.839-05:00

I have a very strong-willed thirteen-year-old daughter. She sees everything as an opportunity to debate. She is mouthy to me, her mother. She is bossy. On the other hand she has a big heart, strong leadership qualities and a natural ability to work with children. My husband tends to overlook her disrespect for me some of the time. Her grades are not the best as she is more interested in her

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-5898161872247772652007-12-15T15:43:00.002-05:002010-01-22T17:12:17.417-05:00

My sixteen-year-old is working part-time and very proud of that. There is a thirty-seven-year-old man who also works there and she has a crush on him. I found out last night they have been talking on the phone and texting all night long. The text messages were totally inappropriate; actually the whole situation is wrong. I went to her job and spoke with her manager to see if her schedule can be

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-43022809146354102072007-12-10T12:25:00.002-05:002010-01-22T17:10:57.136-05:00

by Christina BottoLately, several parents asked: "Where is my teen's anger coming from?" Teenagers, like adults, experience stress every day. The stubborn and argumentative teen is fighting for independence and less control by his or her parents. An angry teen is battling with daily difficulties and is trying to make sense of emotional issues, such as: changes in their bodies tryng to establish

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-52193526210800011352007-12-10T12:20:00.003-05:002010-01-22T17:10:40.889-05:00

At the age of 14, my daughter met a boy she really connected well with. He is very sociable and comfortable to be around. His family also makes us feel very comfortable being around them. They are like an extended family. Then, after about 6-8 months, I began noticing that when her old girlfriends moved away that she wasn't making new ones. All she wanted to do was talk on the phone and hang out

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-68185003777543096622007-12-10T12:19:00.003-05:002010-01-22T17:10:22.933-05:00

Recently my fifteen-year-old daughter passed out at a school dance and the next night a concert. From the concert she was taken to the hospital ER. Blood work came back normal and the diagnosis was syncope due to malnutrition. (She eats horribly no matter what we do). The following weekend she confided in me that she may be pregnant even though she says she did not have sex. We did a pregnancy

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-36708904968987709032007-12-10T12:17:00.002-05:002010-01-22T17:10:05.828-05:00

Dear Dr. Lindsay, I really need your advice. Today at this moment I am still mad at my daughter Alice. Alice is fourteen-years-old. She is an honor student in high school, and she is on the school tennis team. I was so proud of her, she was such a good girl. Now she is quiet and all she wants to do is talk online with strangers and play online games for hours. I don’t want to fight with her so

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-51426861970368555232007-12-10T12:16:00.002-05:002010-01-22T17:09:48.370-05:00

I have a 16 year old daughter who has always been a quiet, responsible, great kid. Over the summer she began hanging out with a girl that has had a terrible influence on her. It began with the first time she disregarded our rules. She drove on the highway and caused a 4 car pile-up, totaling her car and causing minor injuries to several people. It's gone downhill from there. This girl is not

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-10541561283656406672007-12-10T12:15:00.002-05:002010-01-22T17:09:29.828-05:00

Hello, I have a thirteen year old son who says nothing to me. I find out all the things that are going on in his life by either through his younger bothers or his friends. I realize right now I am not the coolest person to be telling his stories to but it hurts me and I am afraid he might be going through some hard times and will not tell me. Will he be able to cope by himself? I just don’t want

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-53880229167248660792007-12-10T12:14:00.002-05:002010-01-22T17:09:08.666-05:00

I have a daughter that just turned thirteen in September. She has already started doing mischievous things like shaving her eyebrows, getting all "F’s" in school, and rolling her eyes. She was given an academic contract and she has not followed it. We let her continue to participate in volleyball games because we felt it was her first year and she needed to adjust. Well, it has been three weeks

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-51465324261461285332007-12-10T12:12:00.002-05:002010-01-22T17:08:46.702-05:00

My 15 yr old daughter just told us she's pregnant. It gets worse....she doesn't know who the father was because she had sex with two guys in one night. Her so-called boyfriend had gone to a party and slept with some girl so she had sex with two of his friends to get back at him. She did this by sneaking out of the house in the middle of the night. Because she developed early, has the cutest

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-83834953486413514342007-12-10T12:11:00.002-05:002010-01-22T17:08:22.516-05:00

I have a very good teenager, especially compared to her brother and sisters. One of our biggest conflicts is curfew. She is 16 and a junior in a very good high school. I have set her curfew at 11:00 on the weekends and 10:00 on school nights both subject to an extension depending on the event but it is a case by case decision. What is the typical curfew? She also asked to spend the night out on a

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-52949905125635928922007-12-10T12:06:00.002-05:002010-01-22T17:08:04.655-05:00

I have a thirteen year old son. My son's behavior is becoming really ridiculous. The other day I told him to close the gate -- I am always stressing this point. The other day he came in and left it open so I woke him from his bed to close it, and boy was he mad! He said to me he would be glad when he gets older and he can't wait to leave home. I replied with silence. Please help me through these

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-55331091145093053642007-09-30T16:49:00.001-04:002010-01-22T17:07:27.583-05:00

When it comes to dealing with your teenager, what is your biggest concern? If your approach is anything like the hundreds of parents whose questions I've fielded over the years, your primary concern is probably how to show your teenager that you care. That focus is absolutely essential to building a strong, supportive relationship with your teen. If your teen is not convinced that you truly

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-42903620262570693032007-08-03T14:43:00.001-04:002010-01-22T17:06:32.255-05:00

Eating disorders have long been a serious problem among people of all ages. However, this disease usually begins somewhere in the pre-teen stages of life, and although many adolescent boys suffer with this disorder, it usually affects and is much more severe in teenage girls. full article var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-42723414837068360562007-06-07T14:27:00.001-04:002010-01-22T17:05:31.098-05:00

You will be surprised to hear that very few teenagers actually like to argue. They're just trying to ask questions in order to find out why we do things the way we do them. Teens are starting to get interested in life and what goes on around them. In their awkward way, they are attempting to get at the reason for our actions. They form opinions and naturally wonder if our way is the only way.

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-40636900306248667332007-06-07T12:55:00.001-04:002010-01-22T17:05:05.105-05:00

During my phone sessions with parents, one issue comes up over and over again. Parents are frustrated because their teenager does not listen to them anymore. Some are focusing on finding answers how to regain control of their teenager while others are wondering how to build a good relationship. It is possible to regain control by restricting your teenager and forcing him to do as you say.

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-74409030636946198352007-05-07T14:24:00.001-04:002010-01-22T17:04:48.015-05:00

Recently a mother who was all upset approached me. Her daughter, who had just turned 16, was suddenly acting like a different person. Her daughter's circle of friends used to be within the top of the class, now she was spending her time with less successful students. In her opinion, her daughter did not study enough anymore, and her daughter had also said that she was not going to college! No

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-71128737417508970682007-04-07T10:54:00.001-04:002010-01-22T17:04:27.354-05:00

What is Your Teen doing this Summer? Time is flying by, summer is fast approaching and your teen's summer break is just around the corner. If asked about what he wants to do during the summer, more than likely your teen will answer how he plans to lounge about playing video games, watching television, and hanging out with friends. Then, a couple of weeks into summer break, your teen will become

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-45640088291618040922007-03-07T12:57:00.001-05:002010-01-22T17:03:52.193-05:00

For most of the country, March means warmer weather and fewer clothes. Sweaters and coats are exchanged with short sleeves and shorts or skirts. Arms, legs, and body are exposed to the warmth of the sun - and the eyes of young men. Parent's worries increase at the same rate their teen's clothing decreases. Telling our teen not to wear a particular outfit, not to dress so revealing, or to cover

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-330051937767863722007-02-07T14:19:00.001-05:002010-01-22T17:03:10.617-05:00

The MySpace phenomenon began in 2003, when an Internet visionary and UCLA graduate named Tom Anderson reclaimed the moribund myspace.com domain. Prior to Anderson’s initiative, myspace.com was a file-sharing forum. The original Web site had to be disbanded in 2001 due to a poor ROI and lack of general consumer interest. Anderson’s vision of MySpace as a place where kids could network and form

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4530332562673811815.post-86651405406493045742007-01-07T14:11:00.001-05:002010-01-22T17:02:44.780-05:00

BookWire's "Year in Reviews Magazine," December 2006 issue, lists a review of my book "Help Me With My Teenager! A Step-by-step Guide for Parents that Works." All in all a very positive review, the reviewer states: "Help Me With My Teenager!" speaks in a clear and understandable language directly to parents. Some techniques, such as stopping whatever you're doing when your kid is ready to talk,

Christina Bottonoreply@blogger.com4