Training Resources For Parents

Changing bodies. Risky behavior. Sexually transmitted infections. Talking to teens about these topics can be awkward — even for adults.

But you’re not alone. Our experts created resources to arm you with the information needed to have these important conversations.

AwkTalk For Parents’ interactive lessons promote healthy communication between teens and a parent or trusted adult.

Each lesson takes approximately 5-10 minutes to complete. We recommend completing the modules with your teen, but you can also complete them on your own. You do not have to watch every lesson in order to benefit from the resources.

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Introduction to Awk Talk Parent

Learn about the lessons and what you and your teen should expect after completing these activities.

Video Screenshot: Starting the Conversation

1) Starting the Conversation

What does it mean to be an askable parent? See how to be open and accepting of your child as you begin to talk about difficult topics.

Video Screenshot: Puberty and Changing Bodies

2) Puberty and Changing Bodies

We’ll discuss methods for comfortably bringing up the topic of puberty with your teen and how to make sure kids have information and resources about their changing bodies.

3) Sex And Reproduction

How do you even start a conversation about sexuality and reproduction? Get advice on starting how to address the facts while also exploring personal and family values.

4) Coming Out

This lesson discusses supporting and accepting a child who may identify as LGBTQ. It also gives important information on terms and definitions that can help parents be allies for anyone in the LGBTQ community.

Video Screenshot: Healthy Online Behavior

5) Healthy Online Behavior

Everything takes place online. Get tips to be more aware of your kids’ online behavior and how to help them stay safe.

6) Healthy Relationships

This lesson offers tips to support teens in a new relationship. It also helps parents identify signs of dating violence.

7) Risky Behavior

We’ll tackle the topics of risky behavior, peer pressure and how to create a safety plan with a trusted adult.

8) Protection Methods

Learn how to talk to your teen about birth control, how it works and where to get it.

Video Thumbnail: Sexually Transmitted Infections

9) Sexually Transmitted Infections

We’ll help you debunk myths surrounding STIs and discuss how teens can stay safe and protected.

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10) Assertive Communication and Consent

This lesson helps you teach your teen assertive communication skills and offers tips when talking to teens about boundaries and consent.

Wrap-Up

Learn why parents who are open and accepting have kids who feel more comfortable as they grow and develop.