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Judging their friends: ‘You shouldn’t hang out with Nikita, did you see that tattoo/lip piercing/nose ring she has!’ Teens are trying to make the right decisions, so avoid judging friends on appearance.
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The clingy parent: Most teens really don’t enjoy the sloppy kisses at the school gate, forever-hugs in front of their friends or the constant: ‘Where are you going?’. Try toning it down a little, Mom.
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Meddling: Whether it’s checking that they’ve done their homework, who they’re talking to or commenting about their weight – teens hate their privacy being threatened.
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Stop the stalking: Okay, so you secretly wish to create a fake MXit profile and invite your teen to chat with you. Or perhaps you check your teen's and her friends' Facebook profiles every day? Either way, it’s creepy.
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Nag, nag, nag: Parents, admit it - nagging is something that comes naturally. Especially when the room hasn't been cleaned or their washing is on the floor. Again.
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‘But you used to...’: Constantly reminding your teen that they used to love your butternut soup or that they used to be your 'baby' is another sure fire way to drive them crazy.
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