Adolescents are in the quagmire between being children and adults. They begin to need to establish their own identity as separate individuals from their parents and other adults, yet part of them still wants the security of being taken care of. Then they may fight against that need of security, so they don't feel like a little kid. And, as someone else has already pointed out, hormones are raging.
This is a natural part of human development. It can be quite difficult at times for both parents and teenagers, but it does not mean -- despite the way it may seem at times -- that for a few years your darling offspring become evil creatures.
If you are now an adult, you probably went through it. If you didn't, beware because you may have a delayed adolescence in your 30s, which can be even more difficult.
If you are now a preteen, you probably will go through it. If you are a parent of young children, this is the time to do some constructive groundwork. Do all you can to stengthen the trust between you and your children and to bolster their self image (help them feel as important as, though no more than, everyone else).
2006-12-17 01:04:30
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answered by derrtrichard 3
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There is a big generation gap between teenagers and their parents. Two entirely different views about life. There must be conversation between both. Most teenagers don't want to talk about anything. They all must compromise to get along.
2006-12-17 00:57:33
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answered by doglady 5
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Hormones, they are raging. Their brains are developing and changing, they want more freedoms and parents are usually reluctant to give them as much as they would like. And for good reason. Being a teen teenager is a very tough time and they do not know everything, although they do believe they do. And they can be influenced easily by peers into directions of which they truly do not understand the consequences. it is all a part of growing up. This to shall pass. God bless****
2006-12-17 00:47:34
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answered by ? 7
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Most of teenagers have problems with their parents, because they, the teenagers, think that they know everything.
2006-12-17 00:48:39
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answered by Anonymous
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It's actually a normal part of the growing up process. They have to become independent, and self-sufficient. The only way to do that is with some healthy rebellion against their parents. Every kid goes through it, although some do it so quietly you don't notice. Honestly, they need to learn to stand up for themselves, and who better to practice it on then the people who love them the most?
2006-12-17 00:51:41
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answered by Kaia 7
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I am 53 and here is my answer:
As a teen I thought my parents were the dumbest people on earth. Now that I look back it's amazing how much I taught them in 5 years because later they seemed to see things MY way! LOL
2006-12-17 00:52:52
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answered by Bogy 2
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The generation Gap is what it is called
Though there might be a gap of just few years but though the generation now is pretty fast adapting to newer things and feel that the older things are passy, and not to their level of likes and hence they rebel upon the older generation seemingly virtually called to be problamatic...
2006-12-17 00:53:26
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answered by Vizz_up 3
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Alot of parents don't do anything fun with their kids.All my son's friends say they wish the had a dad like me....Ask my son who took him to all the good concerts..Motley Crue and Kiss (many times) and the other ones (to many to name),parents have to connect with the kids,get in to their world.
2006-12-17 07:10:15
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answered by crazycul1 5
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They think they know everything. Best way 2 handle that is 2 tell them get a job & move out while U still know everything...
2006-12-17 00:48:30
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answered by Anonymous
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That is because they are so full of themselves! they think that no one is as cool, and bright and educated as them.
2006-12-17 00:46:50
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answered by rom_1367 2
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