Communication
Most parent-teen friction shows up first in conversation: shorter answers, closed doors, arguments that start over nothing. These guides look at what may be happening on both sides of those conversations and offer calmer ways to start them.
How do I talk to my teenager without it turning into an argument?
A calm, practical guide for parents on starting conversations with a teenager, choosing timing, and keeping a talk from turning into an argument.
Why won't my teenager talk to me, and how can I get them to open up?
Possible reasons a teenager stops talking to a parent, what may be happening from their side, and approaches that can help them open up again.
How do I listen to my teenager so they actually feel heard?
What listening looks like in practice with a teenager: staying quiet longer, reflecting back, and separating listening from fixing.
How do I communicate with my teenager when they are angry?
How parents can respond during and after a teenager's anger, including de-escalation, timing and repairing the conversation afterwards.