I was fortunate to not have been an overweight child, but based on what I've seen with today's teens, I probably should have been. What I am noticing today, that was prevalent even when I was a teen, is that many teens are just plain lonely. They are turning to cheap, fast food to squelch their hunger for parental attention. I, too, was a lonely child: both parents caught up with work, with me being treated as little more than a pet to be fed.
What is different today? Fast food, microwave ovens, the internet, and much more stress! Teens are still children. Why parents feels that their teens should act like adults is beyond me. It's almost like parents have decided that their parental responsibilities end when their kids enter puberty. The opposite is true. Kids need their parents more than ever to give them love and provide them with guidance.
It's at this time of their lives that they are exploring their boundaries, and this is the time when parents need to be present more than ever.If your child is putting on weight, pay attention! This is a sign that he or she needs your love and attention more than ever. Stop and think about why you had this child. What your teen needs more than anything is your attention and your love. They don't need criticism or shame. His or her future depends on you.
Don't let your children down. Be there for them.
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