Family Links Talking Teens Programme - Parenting support

New Talking teens course - 4 sessions either face-to-face or virtual.

The programme consists of four sessions, developed with Dr John Coleman, to increase parents’ understanding of teenagers’ feelings and behaviour, and deliver key strategies for maintaining and improving relationships.

Key topics

• Exploring the importance of parents for teenagers
• Developing parents’ understanding of teenage development and the influence of brain development on behaviour Developing parents’ understanding of the importance of listening, verbal and non-verbal communication
• Promoting positive approaches to boundary-setting and problem-solving
• Providing an opportunity for parents to share their experience with others ​

Outcomes

For parents and children improved relationships between teenagers and parents reduced conflict and stress in the family increased confidence in talking about difficult issues increased understanding of teenagers’ needs and development.

The programmes can be accessed face-to-face at various venues across the city or virtually via Microsoft Teams. Parents can make a request for a programme or a professional can refer on their behalf.