November 6 is less than an hour away - and election day will be here! This campaign has been intense and polls indicate that the election will be close. Many people have strong feelings about this election.
Your teen no doubt has heard you and others discuss thoughts about the election. Some teens will automatically take their parents' position while others will take the opposite position as a way to differentiate themselves from their parents. Whichever position your teen takes, this election provides an important opportunity for you to dialogue with your teen.
Talk with your teen about why we have elections and what this process means historically in our country. And talk to your teen about how even though we Americans have our differences, we unite as Americans when necessary. Let your teen know that having differing opinions is what makes our country different from many other societies, and that our diversity has made us great.
Enjoy your conversation with your teen - and listen to what he has to say. You might be surprised to hear that he has been more thoughtful about this process than you could have imagined.
Dr. Debra
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