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Peer Pressure
Kids' personal traits aside, many experts agree that simply being of middle-school age is one of the leading causes of peer pressure. "Developmentally, these kids really want to conform," Miller says.
Headstrong children who have known few parental limits in their lives are increasingly vulnerable to peer pressure during the middle-school years. "I see young kids who are strong and willful who have gotten away with a lot," says Michelle M. Forcier, MD, head of adolescent medicine at Children's Memorial Hospital in Chicago. "Then parents suddenly panic because the risk-taking behavior is now about more serious things."
How society is set up also makes adolescents conducive to teen peer pressure, some experts say. "If you go back 40 or 50 years ago, adolescents were much more likely to be integrated with adults, to be more a part of adult society," Allen says. That has changed, he notes, and there's now a much stronger emphasis for teens to socialize with peers. "It's an independent youth culture, where values don't come from parents. There's no real connection to adult values," Allen concludes.
Making Your Child Resilient to Teen Peer Pressure
In spite of adolescents' vulnerability and the strong influence of peers, parents can exert a positive influence on their adolescents' decision-making processes, offering them ways to combat the effects of peer pressure. Experts explain how.- Keep communication lines open
Talk to your kids -- and don't wait until they're teens. Healthcare professionals, counselors, and educators agree unanimously that open communication between parents and their children helps youth better manage teen peer pressure. "It's not too early to have an honest conversation about drugs, sex and other pressures when your child is in fifth grade," Miller says.
Dialogue that starts early pays off in the long run. "The kids who weather the decision-making process are those who can talk to their parents, no matter what the issue, and who know that even if their parents don't approve of it, they will listen and help them make a decision that makes sense to them," Forcier says.
Research supports this theory. Teens who report learning a lot about the risks of drugs from their parents are up to 50% less likely to use drugs than those who say they haven't learned a lot about drugs from their parents. That's according to results of an annual, nationwide survey of teens in grades 6 through 12, conducted by Partnership for a Drug-Free America and reported by Tom Hedrick, senior communications officer and founding member of the association. - Practice peer pressure scenarios
Teen peer pressure may come as a surprise to your child. Out of the blue, he may be offered a cigarette or a swig of alcohol, and he may have no idea how to respond. You can help prepare him for these scenarios. "Find a calm period, prior to or during early adolescence, and role play," Solotar suggests. "It's much easier to manage a situation if you've already thought it out." - Listen to your teen's perspective
Express your personal opinions, but don't let them shut down communication, advises Forcier. "You want to make clear to your adolescent what you believe in. But if you shut down on certain topics, your kid won't come to you as a trusted adult," Forcier says. She offers the example of the parent who adamantly refuses to discuss birth control with her 15-year-old daughter. "These kids are the ones we often end up seeing for pregnancy tests," Forcier says. - Keep inviting your kids into your life
"There is a natural break [between teens and their parents], and it should happen. But I tell parents to keep inviting kids to do things. Kids want their parents to maintain the relationship," Allen says. He warns that it may take some creativity and effort on the part of the parent. "You might have to find new ways to relate to your kid," he says. He suggests trying to find mutual, life-long interests to share with your adolescent, like playing tennis or cooking together. - Think beyond punitive responses
A parent's initial reaction to an adolescent who comes home inebriated may be to punish. But, ultimately, that's not a solution to the real problem. "A punitive response doesn't get at what you need to change the behavior," Forcier says. "If a teen is 14 and she's drinking, there's probably a good reason for it. If you address it, maybe she won't need the alcohol."
Daughter Puberty Evaluator
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Daughter Puberty Evaluator
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Often with the first blush of puberty, a girl develops her first crush. From there, steady relationships, breakups, and physical feelings may follow. While conversations about sex, STDs, and pregnancy are important, it's equally important to talk to your daughter about healthy relationships.
While you haven't talked to your daughter about this yet, these tips may help with the conversation about the ups and down of teen romance.
Don't be dismissive of your daughter's feelings. Her feelings are likely intense. Let her know that her feelings are normal. Explain that her urge to be physical may seem almost unbearably strong but teach her how to make smart decisions.
Talk to her about what makes a successful relationship. While most experts agree that the teenage years are not the time for a serious long-term romantic relationship, it's never too early to give your daughter the tools needed for strong relationships throughout her life. Emphasize that trust, honesty, respect, and shared interest all have important roles in a healthy relationship.
Don't be naive. If your daughter is hanging out with boys, even in a group, they need supervision.
Talk about peer pressure. Peer pressure can be a reason for a teenager to go further sexually than they are ready to go. Talk to your daughter about self-respect and give her tools to deal with peer pressure.
Bring up "sexting". Sexting is the growing trend of sending inappropriate photos or messages via cell phones. Warn your daughter of the consequences of sexting, ranging from the loss of reputation to criminal charges.
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Approximately 85% of all females have had some kind of sexual contact by the time they are age 19, but most don't think they are going to get STDs. Yet more than one in four girls ages 14 to 19 has an STD, according to the CDC. The HIV/AIDS virus is still being passed among young people. Get tips on how to discuss this lifelong virus with your daughter.
If you suspect your daughter is sexually active, don't forget to talk about birth control and emergency contraception.
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Talking About Sex
As your daughter ages she is bound to be curious about what happens to the female body during sex. While many mothers are ready for the "where babies come from" conversation, many are not ready to talk about orgasms or masturbation.
While you haven't talked to your daughter about this yet, these tips may help with the conversation about her body and sex.
Don't lead with this conversation. Give your daughter basic information about pregnancy and relationships first. Once you've established a regular cadence of discussing these issues, ask her if she has specific questions about what happens to her body during sex.
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Brace yourself for the "big O" question. Let her know that you will answer her questions about the male and female orgasm.
Don't skip over masturbation. This is the first sexual act most people experience and should not be ignored. Your daughter has likely heard myths about masturbation from friends, so ask if she has any questions. Assure her that masturbation is a natural, normal act.
Talking About Pregnancy
Many moms put off discussing "where babies come from." This conversation should start early and change as your daughter grows. If your daughter is pre-pubescent she will likely have different questions than those who have gotten their period.
Start with the basics of pregnancy. As she grows and gets her period, continue the conversation to include more detailed information on how her body works and how she is now able to get pregnant.
Before starting a conversation about sex and pregnancy, do your homework. Click here if you need to brush up on your knowledge of conception. Once you are secure in your knowledge, try these tips for starting the conversation and making it a successful one.
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The changes of puberty
Due to major hormonal changes, your daughter is experiencing changes on every level. Her skin, her body, her emotions, her self-image, and her sexuality are all affected by puberty.
In addition, here are some other issues that she might face during puberty:
Anemia: Close to 10% of girls between the ages of 12 and 15 suffer from anemia, an iron deficiency in the blood. It is thought to result from menstrual bleeding and insufficient iron intake.
Musculoskeletal injuries: If your daughter is growing fast, she might be more prone to injuries while participating in sports. She may wind up with a sprain due to a limited range of motion of joints. An overuse injury affecting approximately 20% of athletic teens is Osgood-Schlatter condition, which causes pain in the bony bump of the leg just below the knee.
Scoliosis: Scoliosis occurs when the spine develops abnormally and curves sideways into an S or C shape. It is most often diagnosed between the ages of 10 and 15. This is because when going through a growth spurt during puberty, kids are at an increased risk of spinal curve progression.
Vision changes: Myopia, or nearsightedness, increases in girls and boys during puberty due to a "growth spurt" in the axial diameter of the eye. About 70% of early myopia is discovered in girls around age 10. "From third grade to the senior year of high school, a kid can grow two feet and their eyeballs are growing, too," says Angela Lee, an optometrist in Alpharetta, Ga.
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The Lies Women Tell Their Doctors
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"I don't smoke." "I exercise regularly." "Yeah, I floss." If you've ever looked into your doctor's eyes and told her a half-truth — or even an outright falsehood — join the club. But those little health fibs can have serious consequences: Your dishonesty may keep your doctor from preventing heart attacks, pregnancy complications, even cancer. Read on to learn why it's worth it to come clean.
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THE LIE: "I've never had an STD."
"Many women are embarrassed about having had a sexually transmitted disease," says Dimino. Jessica, 37, never let on that she'd had chlamydia and HPV in college because she was afraid she'd be denied health insurance when setting up her own business. But she also believed it wasn't anyone else's affair. "My feeling was: That was then; it's taken care of, so they don't need to know," says the Littleton, CO, Web designer.
WHY YOU SHOULD COME CLEAN: The ghosts of STDs past can come back to haunt you later. Hiding that you had HPV may put you at higher risk for cervical cancer if your gyno doesn't think you need annual Pap tests. Keeping quiet may also put you at risk for pregnancy complications. For instance, if your doctor knows you've had gonorrhea or chlamydia — especially if you also developed pelvic inflammatory disease — she'll watch more carefully for ectopic pregnancy, since both can scar the fallopian tubes, preventing a fertilized egg from reaching the uterus. And telling your ob that you have genital herpes when you're pregnant may help you avoid a predelivery flare-up — and a C-section as a result. "If you tell me you have it, even if your last flare-up was ages ago, I can put you on medication to suppress an outbreak before delivery," says Dimino.
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THE LIE: "I'm monogamous."
Cheryl, 48, went to see her gyno for what she thought was a yeast infection — and was shocked to learn she actually had trichomoniasis, an STD. She didn't want to admit she was juggling four guys, so when the doctor asked how many partners she had, "I said one, of course," recalls the accountant from Knoxville, TN. The doctor gave Cheryl enough medication for her and her partner. But Cheryl kept seeing the other guys too. "I went back for my checkup, and my gyno says, 'You still have this. You haven't told me the whole truth, have you?' I said, 'Yes, I have.' She didn't want to call me a liar, but she said, 'You have to treat everyone you're seeing, or quit seeing the ones you don't want and treat the one you do. Otherwise, you'll never get rid of this.'" Cheryl dumped the other guys and continued treatment with her main man. "But afterward, I changed doctors," she admits. "I couldn't face her anymore."
WHY YOU SHOULD COME CLEAN: Your doctor doesn't ask about your sex life to judge your morals. What does concern her is that sleeping with more than one person may increase your risk for STDs. Delayed STD treatment can mean a more entrenched pelvic infection, fertility problems — even cervical cancer. "If your gyno knows you have several partners, she may recommend you have an annual Pap test and get screened more frequently for STDs," says Dimino.