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Teen
Parent-
Interactions
Encouraging autonomy:
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Show confidence in the teen rather than doubts and criticism
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Allow teen to assert ideas, opinions and feelings
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Acknowledge and validate feelings, ideas and accomplishments
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Accept differences and individuality
More parental warmth:
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Keep up with what is going on with the teen
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Get to know how the teen feels about things
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Set aside time to talk
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Find time to spend together
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