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8 messages your teenager needs you to hear
Psychologists share 8 messages that could change the way we relate to our teenagers.
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- Jul 19, 2022
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Lourdes Hill College
- Jun 8, 2022
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- May 11, 2022
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- Mar 17, 2022
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- Feb 23, 2022
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Lourdes Hill College
- Feb 1, 2022
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Lourdes Hill College
- Nov 22, 2021
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In adolescence, the connection between a parent and child is more difficult. Here are 10 strategies for maintaining and building connection.
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Lourdes Hill College
- Nov 2, 2021
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Lourdes Hill College
- Oct 12, 2021
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Lourdes Hill College
- Aug 31, 2021
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- Aug 17, 2021
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Lourdes Hill College
- Jul 26, 2021
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