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LoginWhether you are sixteen or the parent of one, the world of teen dating is filled with many successes and failures. As children grow and mature into their adult bodies, their interests may turn to dating - this can be a rough transition for teens and parents alike. Creating strong friendships is the first step toward a healthy teen dating life. As a teen, your friends will largely affect your self-esteem and enjoyment. Make sure there is always a balance between your time with your friends and your time with your date when you begin to explore dating.
Last Updated: March 25, References. This article was co-authored by Chloe Carmichael, PhD. With over 12 years of psychological consulting experience, Dr. Chloe specializes in relationship issues, stress management, self-esteem, and career coaching.
A day you have been worried about since your child was born has arrived: your son or daughter is about to go on their first date. Questions flood your mind. Is my child really old enough to be doing this? Will their date treat them with respect? Will they treat their date with respect? Have I talked to my teen enough about setting boundaries?
Here's what you should know about the teen dating scene and how you can establish rules to keep your child safe. The prospect of your teen starting to date is naturally unnerving. It's natural to worry that your child might get hurt, find themself in an unsafe situation, or be manipulated or heartbroken. But as uncomfortable or scary as it may feel to consider your teen with a romantic life—especially if you don't like who your teen is dating —remember that this is a normal, healthy, and necessary part of any young adult's emotional development. Consider that how you parent your teen during this new stage can have big ramifications on their future relationships romantic and otherwise , the lifestyle choices they make, and the mature adults they become.
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