Parenting Solutions Tips 3




When your teenager is terribly upset about something you feel is unimportant, here's what you can do:
	Rather than provide a quick solution, try to listen very carefully and understand the problem as seen through their eyes. Recognize that many times surface problems are really about self-image, acceptance and belonging. Acknowledge the feeling instead of debating the facts.
		If your teen remains upset, encourage a consultation with a professional such as a psychologist, guidance counselor or member of the clergy.
			Remember: We all want to be better parents - but kids don't come with an instruction manual.

When you have lost your temper with your child, here's what you can do:

Apologize as soon as you can, and tell your child how sorry you are for your "grown-up tantrum."
Tell your child that you need a "time-out" until you can calm down.
Have a family conversation about other ways you could have handled your anger, and let your child give you some suggestions too.

Remember: We all want to be better parents - but kids don't come with an instruction manual.

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When you have lost your temper with your child, here's what you can do:
	Apologize as soon as you can, and tell your child how sorry you are for your "grown-up tantrum." Tell your child that you need a "time-out" until you can calm down. Have a family conversation about other ways you could have handled your anger, and let your child give you some suggestions too.
		Remember: We all want to be better parents - but kids don't come with an instruction manual.