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Is being lazy normal for teenagers?
Teenagers do in fact require more sleep than adults; they are not “just being lazy.” Teenagers have a number of physiological and biological factors contributing to their need for sleep. This area of our brain is what communicates with our Limbic (emotional) brain, keeping it in check and keeping us adults rational.
How do I get my child to care about grades?
Try to put the focus on supporting and encouraging him instead of worrying and nagging. And don’t take his performance personally. When you start to believe his grades are a reflection of you or your parenting, then you will be on his case, and it will make things worse.
What do you do when your child gets bad grades?
8 Tips for Talking About Bad Grades
- Address the importance of grades early.
- Separate the child from the grade.
- Approach the subject with concern, not anger.
- Ask questions.
- Talk to the teacher.
- Know that rewards and punishment don’t work if you want your child to love learning.
- Beware of pressure.
- Take the simplest steps first.
Should I be worried about my child’s bad grades?
On the other hand, bad grades are not always a fair indication of how hard your child is trying, how much they’re learning, or what their potential for success later on in life is. From that angle, we shouldn’t overreact to a C or D, especially because your son or daughter probably feels guilty about it already.
What should I do if my teen is failing a Grade?
If your teen has a failing grade or is in danger of not passing, sit down and discuss the problem. Ask your teen for help uncovering the reasons they are not passing. Sometimes students who start out strong get sidetracked, while other students just aren’t motivated to stay on track.
Why are my child’s grades dropping?
If your child has missed school due to illness or other issues, it can severely interfere with grades. Is your child under a lot of stress? If your teen is stressed out, they may have difficulty concentrating and completing his work. 2
Why do students bring home bad grades from school?
Students often bring home bad grades for one of two reasons: they don’t understand the content or they don’t have the ‘soft skills’ necessary to succeed. If it is a contextual issue, then it is usually isolated to one subject (often math/science or English/history).