Is your Teen having friendship issues? You can help.

Friendships matter hugely in the teenage years. They can be a powerful source of support—but also of stress, conflict, and confusion. Parents often find themselves worrying about their teen’s social world but unsure how to step in without overstepping.

In this session, parenting expert Anita Cleare will share practical guidance on navigating the ups and downs of teen friendships—both face-to-face and online—while keeping your own relationship with your teen strong.

Discussion Points:

– What’s “normal” when it comes to teen friendships and social dynamics

– How online and offline friendships shape teens differently

– Spotting the signs when things aren’t going well

– Supporting your teen through friendship drama, exclusion, or conflict

– Helping teens build healthy, positive, and lasting connections

– Balancing support with giving them independence

Takeaways for Parents:

✅ A clearer sense of what healthy teen friendships look like

✅ Tools to spot when friendships may be harming rather than helping

✅ Confidence in supporting your teen without interfering

✅ Ways to strengthen your own connection while respecting theirs

Check out the session summary HERE

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