Communication with Children

At some point or another, many of us find that, of all the people that we interact with in our lives, the ones we have the most difficulty communicating with are our own children. This breakdown in communication may occur as early as when our kids utter their first words or at the moment they reach adolescence. In any case, this limitation can be both painful and frustrating for both the child and parent. Here you can learn why you may be having trouble communicating with your child. How can you gain a better understanding of what is going on between you and your child to create distance or conflict? What is the best way to approach your child that will ensure he or she feels comfortable and cared about?

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