How to understand teenagers
Respect their needs
Respecting the needs of adolescents is important to understanding adolescents, by: [1]
Give teens some freedom: Giving teenagers some freedom and supporting their independence is very important. For example, allowing young teens to choose their room design, hair styles, and adult teens driving.
Accept their social life: At this stage, the affluent focus on social relations and want to spend more time with their friends rather than their families.
Talk to them frankly: Talking to teenagers about what to do and what should not be done helps them understand the responsibilities they have.
Respect for privacy: Adolescents need privacy to increase their independence. They do not ignore family members, but need some time of their own or their friends.
Let them learn from their mistakes: adolescents prefer to learn from their own experiences, despite all the alerts the parents give.
Adapting to their sleeping habits: Adolescents prefer to sleep at night and sleep until late the next morning, but they can be encouraged to sleep healthy habits, because not getting enough sleep affects their concentration and temperament.
Communicate with them
Find a way to connect with teens , by: [2]
Show respect for their point of view, and this facilitates discussion and discussion with them.
Shortcut and simplify the conversation.
Taking into consideration the appropriate moments, starting spontaneous conversations, and not starting the dialogue at a time when it is in a hurry.
Do not attack them.
Understand their actions
Dealing with some teenagers is difficult, but you have to understand their aggressive behavior and try to find out why they are angry. This will help alleviate problems. You can ask for help from a school counselor or mentor or outside school. It is helpful to understand and observe the school's teachers. Adolescents should be aware of the reasons for their aggression and determine who needs guidance. Depression may be responsible for the aggressive behavior of a teenager . If there is no reason for their aggression, it is important to consult a specialist, pay attention to their behavior and help them. [3]
References
1- ↑ "How to Understand a Teenager" , www.wikihow.com , Retrieved 12-10-2017. Edited.
2- ↑ Neil Osterweil, "Talking With Teens - Tips for Better Communication" , www.webmd.com , Retrieved 12-10-2017. Edited.
3- ↑ CHERYL SCHAFER, "Anger & Aggressive Behavior in Teens" , www.livestrong.com , Retrieved 12-10-2017. Edited.
By: Inas Aldwikat
