parents I need You, Now I am Adolescent

Contents

Foreword
Few Words
Acknowledgement

1. Bumps, No Boulders

2. Changes
• How will my child change between the ages of 10 and 14?

3. Being an Effective Parent
• What can I do to be a good parent for my early adolescent child?

4. Communication
• How can I communicate better with my child?

5. Independence
• How much independence should I give my child?

6. Confidence
• How can I help my child to become more confident?

7. Friendships
• How can I help my child to form good friendships and to resist harmful peer pressure?

8. Media
• What can I do to keep the media from being a bad influence on my child?

9. The Middle Grades
• What is school like for young adolescents?

10. Parents Involvement
• What's the best way for me to stay involved in my child's school activities?

11. Reading
• How can I help my child to be a successful reader?

12. Motivation
• How can I keep my child motivated to learn and do well, both in and out of school?

13. Values
• What can I do to help my child to develop good values and to learn right from wrong?

14. Problems
• How can I tell - and what can I do - if my child is having a serious problem? • Alcohol or Tobacco Use • Eating Disorders • Depression and Suicide • Learning Disabilities

15. Conclusion
Tips To Help Your Child through Early Adolescence
Resources