Teenagers often struggle to comprehend that various events occur simultaneously beyond their immediate perception. They perceive situations solely from their own vantage point, internalizing and projecting their emotions, which may lead to self-victimization or vilification of their parents.

This is why it is so important for parents to teach processing and communication skills to their children when they are young.

Don’t just talk about how they are feeling or why they are sad or angry, because usually they don’t understand it themselves, but help them to ask the right questions and to listen to explanations to learn.

This takes a whole lot of practice!

Teach them to converse without accusation.

They have to be taught to slow down, and calm down before their brains can actively participate in a conversation for understanding.

Every little thing doesn’t warrant an explanation but they do need to know that you have their best interest at heart.

And if you as a parent haven’t learned how to do or teach this, It’s never too late to get started!

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