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In today\u2019s world, it\u2019s not easy being a teenager. Sure, you probably had plenty of bad days when you were young, but the internet can overwhelm today\u2019s teens with a near-constant stream of information (much of it negative), plus the pressures of social media\u2014not to mention the sheer weight of growing up into the person they\u2019re supposed to be. And while it\u2019s\u00a0 normal for children to want boundaries while they develop, that doesn\u2019t mean you need to stop bonding with them entirely. Read on to learn some tips and tricks for meaningful connection with your teenager.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Everyone\u2019s life is different, and the lives of teenagers are marked with a lot <\/em>of change\u2014puberty, social dynamics, friendships, classes, and some may even be moving out for college soon or getting jobs. <\/p>\n<\/div>

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Dr. DeLynn Williams, an adult, child, and adolescent psychiatrist with Hancock Health, says one of the most important things you can do for your teen during this tumultuous time is to simply meet them at their own level. <\/p>\n<\/div>

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\u201cShow up, listen without judgment even when it\u2019s hard at times, and show interest in the things they like,\u201d Dr. Williams says. \u201cLet them know that they matter.\u201d <\/p>\n<\/div>

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But sometimes, bonding with your child isn\u2019t as simple as watching their favorite show or asking about their day. Sometimes\u2014and particularly in this stage of near-constant changes\u2014your teens may need a little extra help. <\/p>\n<\/div>

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\u201cAs parents, taking care of ourselves is one of our greatest tools. We have to sleep well, eat well, exercise, and ask for help when we need it,\u201d explains Dr. Williams. \u201cParents can encourage these good mental and physical health practices by encouraging it in their own behaviors. <\/p>\n<\/div>

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\u201cWe have to show empathy for others. And most importantly, we have to be advocates for our kids. One of the greatest feelings of success comes from when I see my teen patients have parents who support their mental health journey and let them know they are loved no matter what.\u201d <\/p>\n<\/div>

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Asking for help isn\u2019t always easy as an adult. But for teenagers who are craving independence and are learning their place in the world, asking for that help may be even more difficult than you realize. So watching that K-pop music video, or listening to that Dungeons and Dragons podcast on your way to class, or getting en realidad <\/em>into the Indiana Pacers this season may not seem like a big deal in the grand scheme of things, but for your teenager, knowing they have a parent who supports their interests enough to engage will go a long way. <\/p>\n<\/div>

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And if you worry you aren\u2019t equipped to help your teenager with this season of transitions, Hancock Health is here to help talk you through it. You can find a facility near you<\/a> and schedule an appointment for your teen, yourself, or the whole family. <\/p>\n<\/div>

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The first step can sometimes be the hardest one, but even just by reading this article, you\u2019re making the right moves toward a healthier, more positive relationship with your teen.<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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