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| 1 . Teenagers have opinions about everything and they aren't shy about sharing them. So allow them to make more decisions. For example, let them decide when and where to study, what to wear, what sports team to join. However, keep in mind that some decisions can't be discussed or changed. Parents need to set limits that protect their children' health and safety. 2 . There's something happy about the family sitting together around the dinner table. The evening meal is often the time of the day when the family can sit together in one place and talk with each other. So make dinner a family affair. You can use the chance to share the news of the day and make weekend plans. 3 . You can tell your children that you, too, sometimes feel angry or unhappy, which shows your children that you're not just a parent-you're a human. Not only will your children feel closer to you, but he or she may feel safe enough to disclose uncomfortable things or feelings. 4 . They maybe make some wrong choices sometimes. But if they're over 18, give them the chance to deal with problems on their own. After all, didn't you want the same from your parents when you were their age? 5 . Don't read her diary, eavesdrop (偷听) on his phone conversations, or upset her with questions. Remember that they are humans and have their own privacy (隐私) just like you. If you think they have some problems, point it out directly, using five little words:"Can we talk about it?" For example, you can use the words such as"I've smelled smoke when you walk into the room several times now. Have you been smoking? Can we talk about it?" |
| A. Share your own feelings with your children. B. Trust your children to make their own choices. C. Allow your children to make their own decisions. D. Don't break your children's privacy. E. Praise your children when you should. F. Set a fixed dinnertime to your children |