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“Odors from decaying food wafting through the air when the door is opened, colorful mold growing between a wet gym uniform and thedamp carpet underneath, and the complete supply of bath towels scattered throughout the bedroom can become wonderful opportunities to help your teenager learn once again that the art of living in a community requires compromise, negotiation, and consensus.”

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Barbara Coloroso
Barbara Coloroso

Barbara Coloroso is a renowned author and educator, known for her works in the field of children and youth education. Her writings cover a range of topics from parent-child relationships, educational methods, to adolescent behavior, aiming to help parents and educators better understand and support the younger generation. more

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