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Communication Listening

Keeping communication open is one of the biggest challenges families face. It requires the effort, commitment, and patience of parents and young people.

When communication is open, parents can share their values, and influence their children's choices. And young people feel respected.

Learning to listen is key to effective communication.

Get the story about how careful listening opens up communication.

Learn the facts reminds you why to keep communication open.
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