10 to 19 year olds, constitute one fifth of India’s population. We should be proud of the fact that India has largest
number of adolescents in world. This age is a phase of transition to adulthood. Several changes occur in body and minds of
adolescents, and also in the manner one thinks, processes, analyses and takes decisions in different situations.
During these changes, the parents and other adults need to provide a supportive environment for connectedness, and development
of resilience to avoid such behaviors. Parenting becomes easy and enjoyable when parents have appropriate knowledge and the capacity to use it at the right
time. Parental attitude and parenting styles can make significant differences in the life of adolescents. It is possible to learn how
to become a better parent.
number of adolescents in world. This age is a phase of transition to adulthood. Several changes occur in body and minds of
adolescents, and also in the manner one thinks, processes, analyses and takes decisions in different situations.
During these changes, the parents and other adults need to provide a supportive environment for connectedness, and development
of resilience to avoid such behaviors. Parenting becomes easy and enjoyable when parents have appropriate knowledge and the capacity to use it at the right
time. Parental attitude and parenting styles can make significant differences in the life of adolescents. It is possible to learn how
to become a better parent.
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