Parenting Todays Teens Radio
  • Teen Disrespect (4-29-2009)

     

    SCRIPT: There is a difference between a heated discussion and a disrespectful one.

    Parents need to show their children unconditional love, just as God loves us, even when we are at our worst. But blatant disrespect from a teen is a time for parents to disengage in a communication until cooler heads prevail.

    Anger and emotion are part and parcel of the teenage years, but they aren’t necessarily disrespect. In fact, one can have a heated discussion without becoming disrepectful. But when demeaning or threatening statements are made, it’s time for the parent to make it crystal clear that no matter what the trouble, disrespect is not allowed.

    As soon as the teen sees that disrespect gets them nowhere, they’ll begin to seek a more respectful way to communicate.

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