Know where they are going, who their friends are, what they watch on television, even what music they like. Let them know you are interested and that you care about what happens to them. Talk with him or her about your job and your interests. Family activities such as hiking, card games or sculpting a snow family helps give adolescents a sense of belonging. Building friendships with adults, including their parents, can be a real self-confidence builder for teens.
Young people learn from observation.
They are aware of the lives that adults lead. They observe your habits and will model their behavior after yours, whether that is the pattern you wanted them to follow or not. If the decision is based on your values and on previously agreed upon limits, stand firm during episodes of adolescent terrorism, no matter what. Pressure does not need to be a negative factor in a parent-teen relationship. It can help to build a strong bond when accompanied with affirmation and respect.