A emotional B overwhelmed C curious D reverse E reduce F romantic G embarrassment H awkwardness I parental J beloved K ridiculous L appreciate M cultivate N Therefore O Otherwise Parents and teenagers have different or even opposite things to worry about. For example, while a mother might have a hard time understanding why her teenagers' room is always a(n) (1) of dirty stuff, the teenagers are more worried about their next exams and may think it is (2) for their mother to insist on keeping a clean room. It is therefore important for you to (3) the differences and learn to communicate with your teenagers properly. (4) , your teenagers may say nothing and shut you out of their personal lives. Their refusal to talk with you may even create (5) stress in your life. Learning effective ways to communicate can (6) the situation of a difficult relationship, (7) the stress of your life, and lead to a friendly relationship with your teenagers. First, you should learn to discuss serious problems in daily conversations. So, important topics, such as driving a vehicle and building a(n) (8) relationship, could be dealt with through daily conversations. Second, learn to be an active listener. Many parents are so (9) with their work that they could hardly take some time for their (10) children. Spend your time listening carefully to what your children like to talk about, and make sure your children feel they are being taken seriously. This will increase the chances of good communication.