Transcript Too many rules!

Understanding
Family Rules
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The goal of today’s session is to understand why
families have rules, and to understand that not all
families have the same rules.
In addition, we are also going to discuss different
rules that are important for parents to have for their
teens.
Finally, we are going to try and understand why our
parents have the different rules that they do.
Rules: What
Are They?
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In general, what are rules?
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A guide for appropriate behaviors.
Rules can be found in the family, at school, at work, and in
society.
In general, why are rules important?
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To keep people safe
They explain how things should be conducted
They teach us responsibility.
Rules In
The Family
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Rules for younger children
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Rules for younger teens
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Rules for older teens
Different Families
Have Different Rules
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Families are diverse in their rule making.
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Depending on the needs of the family and the children
within the family, rules will change accordingly.
Diverse families have different rules.
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Families are diverse (for example, one parent vs. two parent
vs. grandparent) and create different rules for their family.
Families of different race/ethnicities may have different rules
based on cultural values and traditions.
Different Families
Have Different Rules Cont.
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Why might families be different in this respect?
Rules are based on the needs of the family and the
responsibility level of the children/teens.
Disagreeing With
A Rule
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What can you do if you disagree with a rule?
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Discuss calmly and appropriately with your parents.
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Remember to listen to their point of view.
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Try to work out a compromise.
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Accept the rule, if it is not changed.
It is now time
to engage in
the Activities
Wrap-Up
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What was the importance of today’s session?
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Families have rules to protect their children and are based
on the needs of the family.
Family rules may change as the children get older or may be
dependant on the responsibility level of the child/teen.
Different families have different rules.
What have you learned today and how can this be
applied in your own home?