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I’m a parenting expert and family coach. Our 21st century tweens and teens are so savvy about pop culture, technology and social media, they may believe they’ve got the emotional and interpersonal part of life figured out too. They don’t. Middle and high school kids need their parents to teach them how to be good people who do the right thing, online and off. Because home is where kids learn the most about love, respect, empathy and resilience, you need 21st century parenting advice you can count on.

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Letters from Parents & Teens

Sexual orientation:
“Our son's friend is gay!”

 

Divorce:
“What are some dating rules for divorced parents?”

Dear Annie,

My teenage son has a close friend who is gay. Our son has been very secretive lately (with his computer and phone use). What can we say to make sure our son doesn't make a bad decision like his friend? Help!

Worried parent

 

Hey Terra,

I am a divorced mom of a 7th grade girl and an 8th grade boy. I have been divorced for 10 years and have not dated much. Can you help me with some of the questions I am running into like:

  • Do I tell them I am dating?
  • When do I tell them??
  • How much do I tell them about the man I am dating??
  • When is...

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