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How Should You Approach Your Teen?

Student Story: Mandy

How would your teen describe you? As a dictator who demands, or a coach who comes alongside? This weekend on Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston shares how to approach your teen with sensitivity and tact after failure or in the midst of an argument. Learn how to diffuse emotions and redirect your conversation toward resolution.

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Why Your Authoritative Parenting Style Doesn’t Work

Student Story: Analeisa

Dictatorships often end in rebellion—and families are no different. When your “my way or the highway” approach loses its luster, you might be facing flat-out revolt! This weekend on Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston suggests three healthy habits to help parents establish respect without playing the “authority card.”