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"The 2007 national data were collected from 14,041 students who self-reported their behavior and included only blacks, whites and Hispanics because other populations are too few for a representative sample, the CDC said."The only "red flag" in the CDC's findings concerned Hispanic teens. Though risky behavior declined among the members of this group, Hispanic teens are still at higher risk than their Caucasian or African-American counterparts. Source: USA Today.
Labels: drinking, risky_behavior, smoking
posted by ByParents-forParents at 3:20 AM
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"For example, some children may behave as if nothing is wrong. They may not know what to feel or say, particularly if they have mixed feelings about a loss or a person who has died."Bertie Conrad, a youth counselor, says it's important for parents to let kids know that they're emotions - whatever they are - are OK. There are books and other resources available that can help parents know learn the best ways to talk to their children. Among the most common tips offered to parents is that they should honest with their children about their own emotions. Source: Bellvue Reporter
posted by ByParents-forParents at 3:21 AM
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"Discuss the fact that if your teen is fortunate enough to find a job, it may not be what he had hoped for. The job may be part time, inconvenient hours and, yes, may not even pay that great. If your son or daughter hopes to work a little this summer in order to buy a brand new convertible in August, disappointment will surely be the result."If Plan A - the summer job - doesn't happen; encourage your child to consider Plan B - volunteer work. This might be a difficult sell, but is a great way for teenagers to get some real world experience and learn that life isn't always about "me". Source: The Star - Cleveland County, North Carolina
Labels: jobs, summer_job
posted by ByParents-forParents at 3:22 AM
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"I'd recommend holding your ground. Your teens are simply behaving like normal adolescents, pushing boundaries and challenging rules, says Pauline Tesler, a San Francisco family-law attorney and co-author of 'Collaborative Divorce.' The limits you've set are appropriate..."Tesler goes on to say that even the most well-intentioned teen is subject to peer pressure, which should be considered when setting rules and boundaries. She also suggests that the woman and her ex-husband work hard to come to an agreement about rules regarding empty houses and unauthorized parties. Source: The Wall Street Journal
Labels: boundaries, responsibility, rules
posted by ByParents-forParents at 3:19 AM
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