👥 Communication Skills
🍼 Parenting
🧠 Psychology
How to Talk So Teens Will Listen and Listen So Teens Will Talk is an award-winning book by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish that offers parents practical advice on how to better communicate with their teenage children. The authors identify the common communication pitfalls that parents and teens fall into, and provide specific strategies for improving communication. The authors argue that when teenagers feel heard and understood, they are more likely to listen to parental advice and engage in mutually respectful dialogue. The book includes a variety of exercises and activities to help parents and teens build rapport and trust. Additionally, the authors provide advice on how to handle difficult conversations, including those that involve alcohol, drugs, and sex.
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