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Teens writing about “Problems with Parents”

Every parent of a teen knows that things can get very rocky at home. Communication breaks down and sometimes it can feel that all you and your teenage son and daughter do is talk “at” each other. You’ve got lots of complaints and frustrations about your teen’s behavior. Many are totally justified, for sure! But have you ever wondered what your kids’ complaints and frustrations are in their dealings with you? Have a look at some of the email Terra gets from teens who have asked for help in dealing with their parents. Their questions and Terra’s responses might encourage you to try some new strategies for making peace in your family.

Problems with Parents

Letters 41 to 60 of 105

	TITLE	FROM
“I love this boy but I don't want to see him.”		Cautious In Love
“My parents won't let me do anything!”		Ticked off
“My mom keeps breaking her promises.”		Tired of this!!!
“I'm a 14 year old guy whose mom doesn't allow me to do anything.”		Pissed Off
“My parents treat me like I'm 9 years old!”		Lost Puppy
“My mom doesn't like my boyfriend so I'm thinking of running away.”		Desperate
“My friend's mom is mean to her.”		Lacey Place
“I have a hard time communicating with my dad and my step mom.”		Fuming
“I have lost respect for my mom.”		Please Help!!!
“My boyfriend doesn't want to meet my parents and his mom doesn't like me.”		What a Mess!
“I used to be an active social person; now I hate everything.”		Depressed
“How can I explain my bad report card to my parents?”		Uh-oh
“My stepdad is tearing me and my mom apart.”		I Miss My Mom
“My mom never said I love you.”		Confused
“Sometimes my mom's cool, other times she's wack.”		I Don't Understand
“I get sick when I smell the meat my parents cook!”		Very Veggie
“My mother is pregnant again!!!”		Not Again
“How can I tell my mom I lost my virginity?”		Lost and Needs Help
“I feel really bad and my mom won't listen to me.”		Alone and Tormented