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Parenting Teens Parenting Teens Teens Today Community High School 101 From Denise Witmer, your Guide to Parenting Teens 15-Year-Old Teen Son Has Become a Brat! A mom on the forum asks for advice: "My sweet, endearing 15 year old son has become a mouthy, know it all, brat! I have noticed the change since baseball season has started. Last night his teacher called expressing the same concerns. His school work is slipping and he is mouthing off in class. We both think it is the friends he is hanging around and he is trying to fit in, My question is how do you tell him you think he needs to find new friends without making things worse? FYI... he has a low self esteem issue and has always worried about his weight, so I need to tread lightly, I think?" Denise's thoughts: I agree with NYDad, free time should be curtailed until he can bring his grades back up. I would also check in with his teachers via email weekly. I'm not sure I would tread too lightly, but be honest and talk with him saying things like, "I understand that having your friends are important to you and because it is important to you, it is important to me. I love you. But in our family, we do not believe in the use of drugs and we strive to do well in our endeavors(school). I'm expecting for you to hold up your end of things. What do you think?" and then listen. Asking our community of parents: How would you handle this teen's new attitude? Please share your thoughts, advice and experiences in the comments area. Printable Mother's Day Cards Does your broke teen need to print out a Mother's Day card? Or do you need one for your mom? If you've gotten the gift but forgot the card - which is one of my all-too-often tricks - check out these printable cards. Mom will love them! Parenting Quiz: Do you have a case of parental burnout? Parents of newborns who do not sleep through the night are not the only parents who need a break and/or time to get away from it all. Parents of teens who are busting into independence, dating, driving and have hectic schedules need to be aware that these stressors will have an effect on how they are feeling. Take our quiz to see if you are dealing with a case of parental burnout. Make Beaded Jewelry for Teens: Flower Dangle Beaded Earrings These very pretty earrings are wonderful for teen parties. They are very easy and the girls just love making them. Find the directions for this teen craft here: Flower Dangles Beaded Earrings. Parenting of Adolescents Ads Defiant Teens Troubled Teens Teenage Parenting Angry Teen Parenting Help Featured Articles   More from About.com Disney Trip Planner Everything you need to plan the perfect Disney vacation -- from when to go and what to do, to saving money and picking a hotel. More > Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More> This newsletter is written by: Denise Witmer Parenting Teens Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Parenting Teens newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Must Reads How to Get Your Teen into College Is your teen confident? Find out now! How to Raise a Drug-Free Teen Help Your Teen Handle Peer Pressure Learn to Talk to Your Teen in 5 Days Advertisement