The beginning of teen driving can be scary and even a little nerve-wracking. Even if you're confident in your child's ability to do things well, getting behind the wheel is a whole new experience. As a parent, you may begin to worry about their safety and stress about small details. However, the teaching process will set the scene for their future safety on the road. To help you cope with stress and approach your teaching sessions more effectively, consider some of the following tips. 

How to Reduce the Stress of Teaching a Teen Driver

1. Understand the Rules of the Road

Even if you've been driving for decades, it's a good idea to brush up on the current rules of the road. Many of us have them ingrained in our minds, but it can be difficult to vocalize them when you're with a teen driving. This can also help bring awareness to your own driving habits, allowing you to improve your teaching skills and help your teen safely operate a vehicle. 

2. Start Small

Start with the basics and slowly work your way up to more intensive driving exercises. Don't get in the car with your teenager and immediately have them jump on the highway. 

Instead, begin in an empty parking lot where you can go over all of the car's operations. Then, move on to a street with low traffic. Building upon skills can help you remain confident with your teen driving the car. 

3. Find a Coping Mechanism

If you find yourself starting to panic, try to maintain a calm outward composure. Panicking with a teen driver behind the wheel could lead to overwhelm and create a dangerous situation. 

Instead, try to find a coping mechanism and a way to calmly point out any errors or potential dangers while on the road. Never yell at your teen or berate them, as this could lead to traumatic driving experiences and future problems on the road.

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