You
are not alone. Many teenagers feel lost like you. This is part
of the changes in the time-honoured traditions of the extended
family. Try to understand that parents care and worry about
you but may find it difficult to talk to you about personal
problems, like sex. You can try to do it differently when you
become a parent. But also remember that it was not so long ago
that they too were young and facing the same problems, so maybe
they do know some of the answers. Try listening to the advice
they give you and then invite discussion on areas with which
you are finding difficulty. If this doesn't yield results, maybe
you could also try talking to other members of the family or
friends or teachers.
Auntie Stella
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In
pairs, choose a common area of disagreement between parents
and teenagers. Take turns to play the role of the parents
in an argument, then tell the group what it felt like.
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Make
a definite date to talk to one or both your parents about
something that worries you. Practise what you'll say first,
and try hard to stay calm.
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