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fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Hire a Teenager While They Still Know Everything

I have always thought the phrase "Hire a teenager while they still know everything" was a very clever sentence. It works on the premise that teens think they always know best and, therefore, think they "know everything." It may be funny, yet it belies a real truth, which is that teens often act as if they know more than they do. Think about the last time you tried to instruct an adolescent about something.
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Parenting
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

Parents Aren't Letting Their Teens Spread Their Wings On Vacations - And It's Hurting Their Development

Parents today prefer to keep teens close during vacations, reflecting safety concerns.
Only a minority of parents allow their teens to have independent experiences on vacation.
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
3 months ago

What Happens To Curfew & Other Rules When Kids Turn 18?

The transition to adulthood often involves discussions about independence and responsibility, particularly around the expectations of curfews.
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