In fact it has been sited in medical studies as actually improving the condition of patients with a wide variety of illnesses. Prayer gives teens and their families a means of communicating with one to whom they must be accountable. And it provides an inner sense of strength and a growing sense of calm. Parents need to arm themselves with knowledge and not be shy about looking beyond the surface when it comes to raising teenagers. They also need to bolster their own self-esteem and know that their words and actions are indeed the best ones for their kids.
Prayer helps such confidence to grow.
And confident parents lead to confident children. Confident kids are far less likely to buckle under peer pressure. They are far less likely to turn to the streets for information and advice. They will be secure in the love their parents have for them. They will understand that disappointment and disapproval do not equal a lack of love.