Parental objective should be to get teens through this stage alive and intact. Parents can also provide transportation with taxi fare or a close friend who is willing to help. Once teens become sexually active, they remain sexually active. Parents should provide information on contraceptives and other sexual matters. If open communication is not possible, the teenager should at least be told where help can be found.
Career choices can be difficult.
Parents should help teens explore careers which are suited to them rather than careers which the parents wish they would pursue. Parents should at least occasionally arrange to spend time together with their teens. Although it s often difficult at this stage, a shared, enjoyable activity for both parent and child can enhance communication and strengthen the relationship.