
The elections are heating up and people are more divided than any other time in our lives. Still, teenagers seem more concerned about Call of Duty and Instagram posts than the direction of the nation. This election season is a great opportunity to get them interested in the election process. The following are 7 ways to poke your child’s interest in the 2016 elections, and help build a healthy relationship with you.
Talk about (what matters to them)
All major political parties give the impression that you will have more rights or freedoms if you go with their party. Whether it is from having “less government” or rights to “choose” what you do with your body, there is endless material to get them engaged. Giving hypothetical examples that relate to them or their friends would certainly bring the issues closer to home.
Every year, there are candidates who want to bring back rules or get rid of outdated rules. Some states are looking at what substances should be legal or illegal. Others are looking at changing the age for driving, using alcohol, and voting.
Affording to move out, being able to pay back school loans, taxing your summer jobs, “free” internships, pay differences between men and women, and money taken from parents, means less money for them.
Also (it is very important to)
Summary
There is still time to get your teen on board with this 2016 election year. Experimenting with these 7 tips is sure to encourage them to think about elections, increase their knowledge, and realize their impact on the process. For more relationship tips whether it is with your children or your partner, sign up for our e-mail newsletter. www.drPaulDePompo.com