Workshop on Effective Parenting of Adolescents at GD Goenka:-
GD Goenka Public School, Lucknow, organized a workshop on “Effective Parenting of Adolescents,” led by renowned clinical psychologist Dr. Shazia Veqar Siddiqui. This insightful session aimed to equip parents with strategies to better understand and support their adolescents during this crucial developmental stage.
Dr. Shazia highlighted the emotional, psychological, and social changes adolescents experience and stressed the importance of creating a non-judgmental environment where they feel safe to express themselves. She emphasized fostering trust through open communication, active listening, and quality time to strengthen parent-child bonds.
The session also covered the need for clear, age-appropriate boundaries that balance guidance with autonomy, promoting responsibility and self-regulation. Parents were encouraged to monitor emotional well-being, maintain a supportive home environment, and seek professional help when necessary.
Principal Dr. Prerna Mitra and CO Nandini Goel welcomed Dr. Shazia and commended her valuable insights. The interactive session concluded with a Q&A, allowing parents to address specific concerns. This initiative reflects GD Goenka’s commitment to holistic education, offering resources that benefit students and their families, cementing its place as the best CBSE school in Lucknow.
