Almost 2 million U.S. children have a parent in the military and one-fouth of these are adolescents. This article describes unique services for them and how to help them cope with military deployment of loved ones.

Adolescents have to learn what truth means just as they do other things, by playing with it, manipulating it and being accountable for it. this article examines ways they might do that and informs parents about what is normal and what is not.

The responsibility of raising adolescents can be intimidating. This article helps you put it all into perspective. This perspective includes taking care of yourself to take care of them and above all, keeping a sense of humor.

Giving your adolescent opportunities for freedom and to earn your trust are hard because you know the pitfalls. Help them benefit from your knowledge without being too controlling.

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Listening is a skill that helps everyone. Heartfelt listening helps you communicate better with anyone, but especially with an adolescent. Learning it takes only a few minutes and a few steps.