Parenting Today's Teens

When teens find themselves dealing with the consequences of a mistake, parents are often quick to swoop in and save the day. This act of heroism, though, is usually more harmful than not. Today on Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston helps parents recognize when their teen needs rescuing … and when to leave the superhero cape at home. Join us for the eye-opening discussion on Parenting Today’s Teens with Mark Gregston!

There are few things more amazing than adopting a precious child, and making him or her part of your growing family. But even in a healthy home, that child will still grapple with tough issues related his origins. Today on Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston speaks directly to parents of adopted teens about dealing with feelings of loss, anger and pain in their child.

What’s that saying every parent uses? “If all your friends jumped off a bridge, would you do it too?” You know … chances are that if leaping off a bridge would allow him to fit in … your teen will take that plunge! On this edition of Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston explains the pull of teen peer pressure … and how parents can counteract its strong, and potentially dangerous, influence. A helpful discussion … with Parenting Today’s Teens!

Guidelines that are too rigid may suffocate our kids. Restrictions that are too vague may cause our teens to run right over them. How does a responsible parent navigate between the two extremes? Today Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston gives moms and dads concrete advice on building clear boundaries in their home. Learn how to erect guidelines that both protect and free your child … with Mark Gregston on Parenting Today’s Teens.

Marking the important transition from child to young adult.

Why families need fences in their home.

What are the usual activities of an average teenager? Here's a helpful list.

Household tips on arranging an emotionally happy and healthy home!

A story of a well-meaning parent and an out-of-control teen.

We may not bat an eye when the so-called “bad kids” behave recklessly. But how do we respond when our own kids start living dangerously? Join us today on Parenting Today’s Teens, when Mark Gregston explains why even good teens may make bad decisions … and how to help a child who is caught in risky behavior. A conversation every parent needs to hear … on Parenting Today’s Teens!