Parents need to help their teenager make wise decisions. Work as a team by setting boundaries and expectations together. The best life lesson for your teen is to learn that they have to live with the consequences of their behaviours. Monitor your teen’s behaviour and activities. Sometimes you may need to get involved in order to protect them. Consistency is important when providing guidance. The ability to forgive one another will help parents and teens through this challenging time.

• How Parenting Styles Impact Children
• Parenting Your Teen (13 to 18 Years)

Parenting Links from Public Health:

• Resilience
• Teens

Downloadable documents:

• Creating a Smooth Transition from Elementary to Secondary School 
• Navigating The Teen Years – A Parent’s Handbook for Raising Healthy Teens (Parents.  The Anti-Drug)
• Positive Discipline
• The Polite Teen  
• What is Self-Esteem?  

Helpful External Links:

• Interactive Quiz - What's Your Parenting Style?
  
  
• Most Valuble Parents
  A research-based resource with tips, ideas and strategies for raising smart, strong and responsible kids.
  
  
• Mothers Against Drunk Driving
  An organization that aims to stop impaired driving and support victims of this violent crime.
  
  
• Youth Suicide Prevention
  Resources and information for family and friends of suicidal youth.