Room cleaning: How to win the bedroom war against your teen

Inculcating the habit of cleaning the room in teens is a task that many parents struggle with. Fortunately, there are several ways in which the challenge can be overcome Read full article
February 03rd, 2014 22:59 pm

Teaching teens to be responsible cell phone users

Cell phones are a necessity in modern times and children believe the same. Before buying teens their first cell phone, parents should first discuss with them pros and cons of this gadget Read full article
January 30th, 2014 02:12 am

Guide and not restrict teens from taking calculated risks

Paranoid parents are putting the weight of their fears on the young shoulders of teens. Teens should be allowed to take risks to find their rightful place in this great scheme of things Read full article
January 29th, 2014 01:02 am

Is your kid habitually defying authority at school?

Children who defy rules set by parents and teachers might have ODD. This condition should be studied closely for a better understanding of rebellious streak found in teens to find solutions Read full article
January 28th, 2014 04:37 am

Teaching your teen how to take up responsibility of baby-sitting

Baby-sitting is a flourishing career for teens who want to earn extra bucks after school. Parents need to give teenage baby-sitters some tips to teach them responsibility and discipline Read full article
January 24th, 2014 01:48 am

How popular beauty standards effect teens academically

Attractive students get better grades and more teacher approval, research studies suggest. This has a positive effect on their self-confidence and self-esteem helping them later in life Read full article
January 23rd, 2014 01:26 am

How can parents fight against teens’ ‘I don’t have homework’?

The statement ‘I don’t have homework’ has a lot behind it other than the denial of the inevitable tasks that are assigned for home. Tweaks in parents’ attitudes can urge kids to study Read full article
January 17th, 2014 01:52 am

Teens help their parents to overcome recession, but at a cost

Teens are trying to be a part of the solution to their parents’ financial problems but this comes at a cost. After-school jobs drain out teens’ energy and take up a lot of time Read full article
January 15th, 2014 01:05 am

Teaching your Teen the Art of Saying Thank You

Being grateful to someone and showing it is not just good manners but also beneficial for your teen. Writing a thank you note is an easy and quick way to show appreciation for someone’s efforts Read full article
January 07th, 2014 01:20 am

Lighter Side of Parenting: Encourage Positive Humor in your Teens

A humorous teen is much loved by people. However, nasty humor that hurt anyone will make the teen unpopular and disliked at school, playground and among siblings Read full article
January 02nd, 2014 00:55 am