Due to the hormones, the school load, and the pressure to fit in, being a teen is tough, but it’s equally as tough for the parents, but communicating well with each other goes a long way.

To help the process, make sure you take the time to listen and respond appropriately, don’t speak over them and don’t trivialize their feelings, the moment you do, they’ll never want to open up to you again; something that seems insignificant to you can be the most important thing to them.
Another way is not to be too demanding, shouting an order is far less effective, and far more stressful for you, than simply speaking to them, and they will be much more responsive to what you are saying or asking of them.

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