As 2014 winds down, we are feeling especially grateful for all the thoughtful dialogue, growth, and dedicated viewership Parenthetical has experienced over the last year. During the last year, Parenthetical has increased site membership significantly …
Year: 2014
Family Vacation
My family is planning a special family vacation in the new year. My 14 year old son has announced that he does not want to go. It’s a family trip so I think that he …
How to Handle a Rude Teen
Dr. Laura Kastner is a clinical associate professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of Washington. She is the co-author of several books for parents of adolescents including one of our favorite parenting books …
Teen Gift Giving
I want my teen to be more responsible for their own gift giving for family members. Does anyone have tips on helping my teen with this?
Since the legalization of marijuana has been in the news so much lately, my son is really curious about pot and asking about it. What should I say?
Since the legalization of marijuana has been in the news so much lately, my son is really curious about pot and asking about it. What should I say?
When Your Child Doesn’t Make the Team
My son wants to try out for the select team. Most of his friends are likely to be on the team, but it is not likely that he is going to make it. How can …
Do Parents Worry About the Right Things?
Natalia Pane, a statistician and parent, wrote an interesting book called The Worry Clock in response to the natural tendency of parents to worry lots and not always with good reason. Her motivation in writing …
Nasty Girl Dynamics
My daughter has just started 8th grade. 7th grade was awful with snippy, nasty girl dynamics. Is there anyone with suggestions about how to make this year a little less traumatic?
“Mom- Dad-… I’m Gay”
Coming out requires an act of courage from teens and parents alike. It can be just as terrifying for a teen to do as it can be for parents to hear. Sadly, when even …
Online Safety
I know there are programs and apps available, I can check text conversations and I am her “friend” on Facebook, but, frankly, my teen knows so much more about technology than I do, how can …