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Getting Your Teen to Talk to You, Part 2

Student Story: Lucas

You’ve finally gotten your sullen teen to share what’s on his mind. But what you say next can either make him open wide—or clam up for good! This weekend on Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston offers five helpful ways to shape your next conversation with your teen after you’ve established an environment of openness and trust.

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Loving the Sinner is Harder When It’s Your Teen

Student Story: Josh

While parenting is rarely an easy task, there’s something about the hugs and laughs that seems to make it all worth it. But what about when your source of joy suddenly becomes your greatest source of frustration? This weekend on Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston discusses how to get through to “hard to love” kids in a way that offers hope and healing after broken trust.

Lies, Deception and Rebuilding Trust

Student Story: Elizabeth

When your teen has lied and deceived you more times than you can count, it’s hard to believe a single word she says. Is there any hope of ever rebuilding the trust in your relationship? Today on Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston suggests four practical steps for dealing with deceptive teens.