The stereotype of a typical American teenager is not very encouraging. American movies, tv shows, jokes, books, and even social media tend to portray adolescents as moody, irresponsible, lazy, or rebellious. Interestingly, eastern cultures tend to view adolescence more positively and as a time of learning how to become responsible and fulfill family obligations. You might wonder why stereotypes should
Read moreFamilies with teens are BUSY! Between school, homework, part-time jobs, dates, time with friends, and extracurricular activities, adolescents are always on the go. Sometimes it’s hard to coordinate parents and teens to be in the house together for more than a few minutes! Since our families are so busy, many of us understandably turn to eating out at restaurants and
Read moreYou might have heard that families should eat dinner together. Research indicates there are many benefits to teens whose families regularly enjoy meals together, including: Meals tend to be healthier when families sit together, so teens are less likely to be overweight and are more likely to eat healthy food. Teens who enjoy regular family meals have better grades and
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