Expert Advice

  • Teens

    Daughter Dyes Hair RedIt's normal for a 16-year-old to want to present herself physically as <I>she</I> chooses, not as her parents think she should look.

  • Teens

    Mom Read Daughter's DiaryA mother who read her daughter's diary is disturbed by what she found out. What should she do now?

  • Teens

    My Daughter Wants to Pierce Her TongueWhen parents present their arguments against tongue piercing, they should be careful not to shame or blame their child.

  • Teens

    My Parents Won't Respect My PrivacyWhat can you do when you feel that your parents are violating your privacy?

  • Teens

    Teen Pulling Away from FamilyThis is a normal, healthy stage in adolescent development, where the child seeks to pull away from her parents.

  • Teens

    Searching a Child's RoomOur expert calls this parental behavior "morally bankrupt, self-serving, and damaging."

  • Teens

    Student Wants to Learn MoreStudents are answering their true calling when they pick up a book to read on their own or challenge themselves in their coursework.

  • Teens

    Daughter's Diary Upset Nosy MomHow can a mother approach her daughter after reading upsetting revelations in her diary without her daughter's permission?

  • Teens

    Teenage PrivacyArguments about room privacy are a normal part of teens pulling away from the influence, control, and authority of their parents.

  • Teens

    Friend Is Bad InfluenceShould a parent allow her 15-year-old to hang out with a friend who's a troublemaker?

  • Teens

    Daughter Wears Skimpy ClothesHow important is it to monitor what a 14-year-old girl is wearing?

  • Teens

    Harassed for Being a VirginOur expert advises a parent on what she can do to put an end to her daughter's harassment in school.

  • Teens

    Avoiding Peer PressureIt's very easy for teenagers to be swayed by strong-willed, exciting peers.