Connecting with Your Teen: Simple Strategies

Part of The Middle School Years: A Parent's Guide

Facilitators: Dr. Heather Hale & Todd Nahigian, CROYA

Find out what kids want you to know, what they're afraid to say, and how to connect with them. Learn hands-on skills to help you develop techniques for successful communication with your child, that include tough subjects like drinking, drugs and other at-risk behavior.

Parents had many questions for Todd and Heather at the Jan 27th session. **NEW BLOGS**Click on a topic listed below to read a parent's question, Todd's and Heather's Response, and post your own comment or question.

Video: What Kids Want You to Know

• What to Share About Your Past Behavior or Choices with Alcohol (or Other Risky Behavior)
• Emotional Triggers for Child and Parent
• "Being Perfect"-Helping Your Child Accept and Learn From Mistakes
• Teens Identifying & Representing Themselves and How You Can Encourage Smart Choices\

Do you have a question on a NEW TOPIC for Heather and Todd? Type it in the comment box below. (Then PREVIEW and SAVE.)

About our BLOG authors: Dr. Heather Hale, Ph.D. Psychology, Certified Alcohol & Other Drug Abuse Counselor, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. Todd Nahigian, Assistant Director CROYA. Both have extensive experience working with pre-teens, teens, and parents in our community.