How to Raise Respectful Parents: Better Communication for Teen and Parent Relationships

by Laura Lyles Reagan

Overview

Teens: How do you get your parents to hear you, take you seriously and prepare for your future? How to Raise Respectful Parents is your guide for how to do both.

Parents: Does your teen tune you out? Do you wonder how to communicate so they more easily tune in? How to Raise Respectful Parents is your guide to improved teen communication.

How to Raise Respectful Parents is a teen's guide to navigating adult culture by equipping teens with communication skills. Each chapter introduces a new communication skill by using real world examples and conversations between parents and teens. Teens will feel empowered as they try their new communication skills at home, school and work, laying a foundation for entering adulthood. These skills empower teens while enticing parents to read and practice the relationship building and communication skills outlined in the book. Teens will learn how to grow meaningful, more satisfying relationships with their parents through sample conversations and communication exercises about popular teen subjects including homework, driving, friends, dating, social media and more. Tips are also included for helping teens deal with adult culture.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781945181023
Publisher:	Moonshine Cove Publishing, LLC
Publication date:	11/11/2016
Pages:	140
Sales rank:	681,612
Product dimensions:	5.00(w) x 8.00(h) x 0.33(d)
Age Range:	13 - 17 Years

Table of Contents

Contents

1. Introduction: You Are Not Alone

2. From "They" to "We"
Co-creation - Building a Positive Relationship with Your Parents

a.) Their Job b.) Your Job c.) It's always all about "we"

Exercise A - Relationship Building

3. Shades of Gray: Whose Problem Is It?

Exercise B - Problem Scenarios

4. How to Listen So Your Parents Stop Talking with Sample Conversations

Exercise C - Active Listening

5. How to Talk So Your Parents Will Listen with Sample Conversations

Exercise D - I-Messages

6. How to Handle Hot Button Issues

a.) Pick Your Mentors b.) Introduce Your Friends c.) Self-Regulate: Internet, Dating and Homework d.) Prioritize: Balance School and Fun e.) Explore your Truth

7. What If?

a.) What if my parent abuses alcohol or drugs?
b.) What if my parent is depressed and I'm afraid he may harm himself?
c.) What if my parents are divorcing?
d.) What if my parents are remarrying or remarried and I have Stepparents?

8. Pulling It All Together - Be True to Yourself

9. Walk the Talk: Communicating at School and Work

Editorial Reviews

"Teens, this book tells you what you need to know to manage your parents, yourself, and difficult situations with skills that will serve you well throughout your life." -Sharon R. Carter, Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist, Life and Executive Coach, Pagosa Springs, CO. "Laura Reagan has produced an excellent guide to assist teens in developing good relationships with parents. She teaches skills that are not only valuable, but can be mastered with practice. She does not avoid difficult scenarios but provides down-to-earth guidance in navigating such situations." -Chad Richardson, PhD., University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Professor Emeritus of Sociology, Edinburg, TX; Author of Batos, Bolillos, Pochos y Pelados. "Through homework hassles and communication issues, Reagan's strategies will help teens and parents build better futures together."-Susan Valverde, National Supplemental Education Expert, Baltimore, MD. "YES! The title declares an under-utilized view and approach in the sphere of family interpersonal dynamics. Teens most definitely have a role in guiding their parents' development. I am grateful my parents were open to this when I was growing up. Thank you, Laura, for this amazing reminder of what's possible when you lead with love."-Bobby Jasso, Singer-Songwriter/Actor, Los Angeles, CA. "This book provides hands-on advice and action steps for teens to create positive relationships with their parents. Reagan's insights will help you build the connection you're searching for!"-Jake Heilbrunn, teen author of Off the Beaten Trail.

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