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Parenting Teens:Coping with Your Preteen

2008-02-25

Name: Editor Are children growing up faster nowadays? What are the other ways in which a parent can stay connected to her child? How much freedom do you give your preteen with regard to bedtime?

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2008-02-27

Name: nija
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they hardly listen

Yes,do agree with Ashish.They hardly obey their parents, are into their own world. Even though parents spend time with them, they have their own opinions n this I have seen mostly in all the kids.The scene is no different in Indian kids who are born in India or abroad.I think this topic is really big to discuss. Different scenarios to be taken into count.The environment&parents play an important role.However I do agree that parents have very less time to focus since both of them are working.

2008-02-25

Name: Shilpi
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Modern society is to blame

This is all because nowadays parents are not bothered about their children. They buy the children expensive gadgets hoping it will keep them happy. Whenever I go to someone' s house, most of the time, the children do not even come out to wish the guests. They are busy playing video games or something similar in their room.

2008-02-25

Name: Vasantha
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Parents should try

I think it depends on the parents to a large extent. We do not want to take the trouble of trying to get through to the child. I know of so many parents who would much rather let their children be than take time to talk to them. The parents themselves are busy and do not have time for the child.

2008-02-25

Name: Ashish
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if they listen

You are assuming that the kids will obey whatever you say. This is not true. Have you ever tried asking a twelve year old to go outside and buy something for the home? Ninety nine times out of hundred they will refuse to listen to you. Good luck with getting them to spend ' quality time'

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