Under-dis-stress

[lisa e. johnson]

I'm having a hard time with my 13teen year old daughter. Is there some thing I can do with her truly not listening?:confused:

[boopie1969]

Oh my, I've been there with my now 17 year old son. It's called hormones and there's really not much than can be done about it. I truely wish there were. I remember being 13, and I did not listen to my parents either. I knew everything. :D (Still do at 37, hahahaha) The only advice I can give you is, remember when you were that age and the things you did. I know I wasn't the greatest child to be around.

Good luck with her, it is a tough age.

[Bikerbettyboop]

That's excellent advice Boopie... the teenage years are really tough for both the parents and the child... hang in there and don't lose your patience.

[Candlesnboop]

Hi Lisa

Although I don't know what to say I sympathize for you. I wish I had ideas for you but I don't. I am not at that point with my kids yet! I am sure the time willl come though. Even though they are just boys:D

Lisa aka Candlesnboop

[bboop480]

Im Sorry To Say But, Thats A Part Of Being A Kid...the Telling Of The Word "no" And The Not Listening And The Rebellious Stage....the Phases Of Kids....and There Are More....but Those Three Are Enough To Hear.....do The Best You Can And Good Luck!....lol.....

[i_b_booped]

best advice : be thar to listen and remember what it was like for U @ her age

all else fails let her learn the hard way

[Bikerbettyboop]

That's good advice if you ask me!!

[Neckless]

Between 13 and 16 your child’s ways of thinking about self, others, and the world shift to a much more adult level. They enter middle adolescence with a focus on things they can experience here and now, and moves to being able to imagine the range of possibilities life holds. Expect changes as a progression of development rather than as age-based milestone.

Their arguing skills improve (and are demonstrated often and with great passion).

13-Year-Olds
During this period your child will continue to be an emotional pendulum: happy and at ease one year, troubled by self doubts the next. These swings will smooth out as your teen approaches the end of high school and gains more confidence in their own independence.

Here's what you can expect from 13 to 16 year olds:

*Uncertain, unhappy, and sensitive
*Withdrawn; spends a lot of time alone; needs privacy
*Convinced that everyone else is watching and judging
*Very concerned with body image
*Self-esteem at a low ebb
*Not sociable with adults
*Friendships tend to be group-focused; more squabbling than a year ago

Remember that growth and development are influenced by many factors — including genetic, social, and cultural — and that each child is an individual who will develop at his own pace.

You can help your child through this period of great change by showing support and listening to his worries and concerns. And as always, if any aspect of your child’s development seems very atypical, talk to his pediatrician and encourage your teen to ask questions as well.

[Bikerbettyboop]

I'm having a hard time with my 13teen year old daughter. Is there some thing I can do with her truly not listening?:confused:

How's it going? Hope things have improved!! :D