Rather than clamping down parents should communicate. It s a fine line between being a parent and being a friend but experts say in the teen years it s important for parents to communicate with kids in a more adult way. When parents share personal information about themselves, kids are more likely to open up. Know Experts say parents need to establish open lines of communication. Talking is a way to think things out.
Teens often blurt things out or want to talk at strange and inconvenient times.
Be ready to listen anytime or anywhere. Use questions sparingly. Resist the urge to know everything your teen is thinking or planning. Try not to be defensive. When teens make generalizations or critical remarks, don t take it personally.