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Tween and Teen Dating Advice for Parents

Parents who want advice and information about how to tackle teen dating topics with their child will find the support and details they require, here.
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Talking To Your Teen About Dating

What to cover and how to negotiate dating, as well as some first-hand experiences from About.com's Guide to Fatherhood.

Are They Friends or More?

Wondering if your teenager is dating someone but doesn't want to tell you about it? Then try this quiz to see if it helps you determine what's really going on.

Dating Rules for Christian Teens

Want some ideas as to what other Christian parents use when it comes to dating rules for their teenager? Look no further.

Five Truths about Your Teen and Dating

What does your teenager need to know about dating before they start?

Getting Teen Daughter to Stop Sexting

A reader asks for help with getting their 16-year-old daughter to stop sexting.

How Much Privacy Should Dating Teens Have?

Readers share their opinions about teenagers and privacy while dating.

Is it Normal to See Children Dating?

A brief review of the issues surrounding children dating one another.

Parents Don't Like Their Son's Girlfriend

A reader asks what to do when their son's girlfriend isn't what they had hoped for, and how to communicate with everyone so as not to create more drama.

Should My Teenage Daughter Have Overnighters With Her Boyfriend?

One of the most contentious blog posts I've ever written, and several years later it still gets comments on both sides of the equation. Get some tips on how other parents have dealt with this question, or share your own opinions and advice.

Statistics on Tweens and Dating Violence

A special report on a dating study undertaken on 11-14 year olds, 15-18 year olds, and their parents.

Talk to Your Teen About Dating

What to say and when, when your tween or teen starts taking an interest in dating.

Teen Dating Contract

If you want to ensure clear communication with your teenager about dating and relationships, get it in writing such as with this teen dating contract.

Teen Dating Violence

What can parents do if they suspect their teenager is the victim of dating violence?

Teen Daughter's Boyfriend Thwarting College Plans

What do you do when your teenager wants to live with their boyfriend or girlfriend right out of high school, and because of this choice isn't focused on college anymore?

Teens Dating Older People

What do you do if your teen wants to date someone significantly older than them?

The Possible Developmental Benefits to Being a Kid in Love

If your tween says they're in love with another peer, could this be a good thing? Some research says yes.

Tweens More Sexually Active Than Parents Realize

Further information from the Tween and Teen Dating Study, which found that tweens are more sexually active than once thought.

What Parents Should Know About Kids, Dating and Keeping Their Tweens Safe

Parents of tweens will find this article of interest, especially if they have a hunch their child wants to date or has already started.

When Your Christian Teen Starts Dating

Advice for Christian parents who want to guide their teenagers with regard to dating and relationships.

When Your Teen Has a Crush

How to help your teen work through a crush, and what to do if anything as a parent.

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