Ages 14 to 18
At this point, many teens will act as though they do not need their parents any more, but the truth is they need you just as much as ever! Teens and young adults need their parents to keep the lines of communication open, provide them with guidance, and help them with decision making.
Behavior & Discipline
- Chesterfield County Public Schools Standards for Student Conduct - The public school policy guide for parents and students
- Child Development Institute - Ways to talk so kids will listen
- One Tough Job - Being a positive parent can be tough
- Positive Discipline Booklet - Learn how to negotiate the challenges of parenting
Developmental Stages
- Child Development Institute - Find out about your child’s stages of development
- Family Doctor - What to expect when your child goes through puberty
Education & Learning
- Child Development Institute - Learn how to help my child succeed in school
- Great Schools - Involved parents equals successful kids
- One Tough Job - Find out how to get involved in your child’s education
Health, Nutrition & Safety
- American Association for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry - Find your facts here when you have questions about your child’s emotions or behaviors
- Autism - Learn more about autism resources for your family
- Designer-Drugs - Facts and Resources
- SAFE, Inc. - Chesterfield County working together to prevent substance abuse
- The Partnership at DrugFree.org - Support, tools and tips from experts and parents
Parenting
- AARP: GrandFamilies Guide - Learn more about the basics of grandparents raising grandchildren
- Child Development Institute - The challenges and rewards of single parenting
- FAMRichmond - Children are a gift, but they don’t come with instructions
- One Tough Job - Find information especially for dads
Mental Health & Substance Abuse
- American Association for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry - Find your facts here when you have questions about your child’s emotions or behaviors
- Autism - Learn more about autism resources for your family
- SAFE, Inc. - Chesterfield County working together to prevent substance abuse
- The Partnership at DrugFree.org - Support, tools and tips from experts and parents