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Monday, January 15, 2007

Parents and Teens Getting Along

Today, nearly half of all teenagers list home as their favorite place to be. Ten years ago, only a quarter of teens enjoyed being at home. One in four teens also lists family as the most important thing about their day-to-day life, compared with one in ten just ten years ago.

"Many experts credit teens' new attitude to parents' changing priorities. 'This generation of parents places more importance on being involved and in tune with the day-to-day lives of their teens,' [Anna] D'Agrosa said."

While teens don't want to be controlled by their parents, they do appreciate their parents' interest and involvement in their lives. Read more at SeattleTimes.com.

If you and your teenager are having a hard time living under the same roof, you might consider boarding school. Boarding schools often offer smaller class sizes, can help children with learning disabilities, and provide a structured environment for teens who may be experiencing emotional or behavioral problems. Find the best boarding school for your son or daughter at boardingschoolsinfo.com.

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