Parents I Need You, Now I am Adolescent

Parents I Need You, Now I am AdolescentContentsForeword 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 Disabilities15. Conclusion Tips To Help Your Child through Early Adolescence Resources