“Teen boys have powerful feelings, but parents often mistakenly assume their silence means they prefer to be disengaged. Boys have rich inner lives, and they care deeply about loyalty, friendship and protecting the people they love.” – Kenneth Ginsburg
If you’re finding it hard to maintain a strong connection with your teenage son, the author of this article “Six ways parents can stay connected with their teen sons” suggests trying to:
Focus on loving, high-yield interactions
Tackle stereotypes about masculinity
Show interest in his life
Ask questions and then be patient
Choose the time, place to connect
Initiate the awkward talks
You can read the full article on the link above.