Social campaign “Tell the stories of my family” to bridge the gap between Vietnamese parents and their teenage children

Abstract

The communication gap between parents and children has recently been a hot topic. Because the number of teenagers aged 12 to 17 committing suicide has been increasing recently, nearly 89 percent of parents are shocked by their child's conduct. According to a poll by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in 2022, more than 15 percent of 12 to 17-year-olds report having at least once considered suicide due to conflicts. In addition, 367 out of 410 pupils (81.2%) responded: "they are having difficulties with their parents" when asked about their relationship with their parents (Lynn, 2022). The lack of communication between parents and their children has led to many social issues such as family violence, suicide, and mental health problems. To prevent that situation, we have conducted primary and secondary research to find out why parents and children cannot communicate with each other. How can we improve the relationship between parents and children at home?