Are you concerned about what your teenage daughter is wearing or perhaps what she's not wearing? Today's skimpy styles are certainly creating a lot of headaches on many home fronts.
Dr. Randy Cale, a psychologist that specializes in children and family dynamics, often reminds parents they must take control of what their teenage daughter is wearing.
"It promotes parents to think like idiots, and they have no power or influence than they do," Cale said. "It's too revealing, it's promiscuous. They tend to dress and create an appearance where they are revealing and taking selfies that are inappropriate."
As girls hit puberty part of their identity is wrapped up in getting attention and it often is the result of the clothes they wear.
"It's teaching girls to focus on the wrong thing, it's focusing strictly on appearance and getting attention from for their appearance," said Cale.
Cale says discussions surrounding their wardrobe are often a waste of time -- so don't debate. If they refuse to dress appropriately, take action by setting clear limits.
"Sweetheart, your world stops. Your world stops until your clothes are changed. In other words your phone won't work, the car is not going anywhere, and nothing is going to happen for you until you dress appropriately for school," Cale said.
More advice from Cale -- he says the closet is not off limits for parents.
"If there are clothes in your kid's wardrobe that you do not want them to wear in public, get rid of them. Don't debate with them, don't argue with them. don't explain it to them just get rid of them," Cale said.
And parents: It is difficult to know what your child is wearing 24/7, but what is with them 24/7 is their cell phone, so check it regularly for selfies. Teenagers love to take them -- it's a great way to keep tabs on them.
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