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April 10, 2006

What's Your Style of Parenting?

The risk facing teenagers today are real. Did you know that rural and suburban teens are more likely than urban teens to have problems with alcohol or illict drugs? Did you know that even after all the warnings about imparied driving, more than half of teens report that they've ridden in cars with drivers under the influence of alcohol, marijuana or other drugs. Surveys of teen shows that they want and expect their parents to play a key role in their lives. They appreciate you and they listen to you. They remember your advice even if it seems like they're not paying attention. Whether you are a single or married parent, a grandparent or other caregiver your style of parenting is molding todays teens. So, what's your parenting style? Are you strict, balanced, lenient or hands off? Check out http://www.theantidrug.com Click on "Advice", then go to " Parenting Teens" and the Parenting Style quiz will be to the right. Learn about how to make adjustments in your style for the betterment of your teen. Many of you are already doing a wonderful job in raising your teen and you might need affirmation that you are on the right path. Others of you might be struggling and need concrete ideas to help you through the teen years. Whatever your reason, check out the website and always be there for your teen.

Posted by Pat Giuliani at April 10, 2006 4:02 PM