MHN: Dealing with Preteens and Teenagers

HR0849- The preteen and teen years are periods of intense growth, not only physically but also emotionally and intellectually. Since the primary goal of the teen years is to achieve independence, family life can sometimes feel confusing and turbulent. This program explores how parents can negotiate these sometimes-trying times while preparing their teens for adulthood.

Objectives:
• Understand the developmental task of adolescence
• Identify parenting styles and their impact on teenagers
• Know how to create, enforce, and negotiate rules with teens