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Family conflict and teenagers

There are a number of things that you can try to help your teenager manage family conflict. If you'd like to understand more about what causes family conflict and the impact it can have on teenagers, read our fact sheet on family conflict and teenagers. You may also like to ask other parents about their experiences with family conflict in our forums.

Otherwise, see below for our top tips on what you can do to help your teenager manage family conflict.

What is family conflict?

Conflict is a normal part of family life. Learn how to minimise conflict at home.

Managing family conflict

A psychologist discusses family conflict and how you can minimise conflict in the future.

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Make conflict constructive

By effectively resolving conflict, you’ll help them learn positive skills to use themselves.

A teenager's story about family conflict

A teenager tells their story about respect and learning to build positive family relationships.

Quiz: Negotiation & compromise with your teenager

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Make separation or divorce easier on your teenager

Nobody plans to go through a family separation, but you can minimise the impact on your child.

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The effects of domestic violence on teenagers

Learn about the impact of domestic violence on teenagers and how you can support them.

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What parents think about staying calm

Deep breaths, taking a break, star jumps...! Hear from parents about how to stay calm in an argument.