May 20, 2019

Should I be nervous about peer influence?

Parents worry about the effect of peer pressure on their child, especially once she turns thirteen. They hope she’ll be strong enough to reject what she […]
May 20, 2019

“My friends get to do more than I do!” How do I react?

When kids complain “I never get to do anything good,” parents some-times react with anger and frustration: “So we’re horrible parents.” “Maybe you should go live […]
May 20, 2019

Should I limit phone use?

As pre-teens become increasingly involved with friends, they spend more time on the phone. Some make short calls for practical reasons: “When’s the game?” “Do you […]
May 20, 2019

My child feels unpopular. How can I help?

Being part of a group is very important to pre- and early adolescents. They spend a great deal of time thinking about their popularity and the […]