Take Your Teens Concerns Seriously

One of the best things you can do for your teen with acne is to take his or her concerns seriously. There is nothing worse for your child then to feel like you are not taking him or her seriously, or even worse feel ridicouled.

Make it a point to talk to your child, acknowledge the acne as a problem and work with him or her on solutions to make the situation better.

Offer Support

Even if your child doesn’t come to you about the acne problem, offer your support. Pick up some over the counter acne treatments at the store, show your child some recent research on the effects of nutrition and proper skin care. Together you can work on a diet and skin regimen that will hopefully start to clear up the acne.

If this doesn’t work, suggest an appointment with a dermatologist with your teen and offer to tag along for the appointment.

Built Up Your Teens Self-Esteem

Teens with acne often lack self-esteem as a result of the way they see themselves and how they think others perceive them. Do what you can to build up your teen’s self-esteem. Even if over the counter and medical treatments fail to clear up the acne, more self-esteem will help your teen cope with the social issues acne brings about.

Start with lots of verbal praise on anything from his or her looks, to personality and of course any time your teen does something helpful for your. A few new clothes, a new haircut, or some makeup (for girls) may help as well. You feel more confident in a great outfit, don’t you?

Share Your Own Teen Stories

Even if you didn’t suffer from acne the way your teen does, I feel sure you had your share of unpleasant or embarrassing teen memories. Share a few of these with your child. Don’t be patronizing, but convey the message that he or she is not alone, that most of us had some rough spots in our teen years, but we all get over it and move on. With a little encouragement from you your teen will as well.

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