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    Driving Responsibly
    By Zeb Goldstein, J.D.

    Driving with a newborn baby can be nerve-wracking, to say the least, and it’s important to keep distractions to a minimum when you’re behind the wheel. From avoiding the use of mirrors to see your baby in the backseat to always pulling over before trying to soothe a crying baby, find out how to maintain your focus while driving with precious cargo on board.

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    Teen Dating
    By Rachel Sokol

    How do you explain to boys that when a girl says no to your advances, she means N-O? And is five years old too young to start the said talk. Experts weigh in on the importance of teaching boys the concept of consent and treating girls with respect.

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    Teen Dating

    In light of the recent #MeToo campaign going viral, here are some tips on how to talk to your child about this sensitive topic.

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    Drugs and Alcohol
    By FamilyEducation Editorial Staff

    According to the CDC, teen use of cigarettes is down, but there's a new hazard on the rise. Vaping, or electronic cigarettes, creates new dangers for addiction, illness and even death. Learn the facts to keep your kids safe.

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    Communicating with Teens

    In June, prospective Harvard students had their acceptance rescinded over racist and violent Facebook posts they left in a private group. In the wake of this story, how can parents and teachers raise awareness with their own students of their online reputations?

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    Teen Social Development

    When you're a kid, saying no to friends isn't easy - even if their pals are asking something that goes against their own morals. Use these five tips to help your child deal with peer pressure, and find out why sometimes it might actually be a good thing.

  • Teens
    Driving Responsibly
    By FamilyEducation Editorial Staff

    Is your teen ready for her driver's license? Before she gets behind the wheel, teach her these five driving lessons for teens that she likely won't learn in driver's ed.

  • Teens
    Communicating with Teens
    By FamilyEducation Editorial Staff

    When talking to your teen, asking her what she plans to do rather than telling her what you think she should do will help open up a whole new world of communication and respect.

  • Teens
    Teen Health

    Teens get hungry – fast! Here are five easy meals teens can whip up themselves to keep the hunger at bay.

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    Teen Behavior and Discipline
    By FamilyEducation Editorial Staff

    Knowing how to handle the teen attitude is all part of helping your adolescent become a successful adult. Here are six tips for surviving the 'tude.

  • Teens
    Driving Responsibly
    By Rachel Sokol

    Follow these safety tips to help keep your teen driver safe in snowy and inclement weather.

  • Teens
    Communicating with Teens
    By Laura Richards

    Does your teen have a friend that you just don't care for? Follow these five tips from Dr. Jennifer Guttman, PsyD Clinical Psychologist.

  • Teens
    Teen Dating
    By FamilyEducation Editorial Staff

    Handling your own teen can be hard enough but what do you do when you can't stand your teen's boyfriend or girlfriend?

  • Teens
    Teen Behavior and Discipline
    By Laura Richards

    Parenting teens in this day and age offers a whole new world of issues, and building trust is key. The next time you find your teen in one of these scenarios, instead of discipline, try conversation instead.

  • Teens
    Teen Social Development
    By Stefanie Miller

    Looking for teen activities for New Year's Eve? We share our NYE party ideas for teens and tweens.

  • Teens
    Driving Responsibly

    Follow these important steps to help minimize risks on the road and keep your teen driver safe.

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    LGBTQ Teens

    Learning that your child is transgender may bring up a range of emotions and questions. Get tips to help keep your child safe, healthy, and happy and to find support for yourself and your family.

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    Teen Mental Health

    Read on for signs and symptoms of teen depression, and find resources to help your child cope if you think she needs help.

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