Child psychologist Dr Becky shares the one question to ask your teen to improve your relationship (and it might not feel natural, but she says it works 'immediately')

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Dr Becky says her simple trick takes less than 15 seconds and could 'immediately' improve your relationship with your teen - and you can try it today.

You'd been forgiven for thinking that once your kids know how to get themselves dressed and can walk to school on their own parenting becomes easier, but parents of teens might beg to differ. Amid exam stress, puberty and peer group troubles, you might find yourself wondering why your teenager doesn't talk you you anymore and searching for teen conversation starters in order to tackle the most important conversations with your teen.