Chances are that you have probably seen or heard about a “boot camp” approach for working with troubled teens. You may have seen it on a news program or talk show. Sometimes the abuse at these camps has led to the death of a participant. But, these camps are still in business. Are they all […]
Introduction to Troubled Teen Programs
More than ever, teens today are facing an uncertain future. With political instability across the globe and unrest in local communities, it’s no wonder that our teens are confused and scared about their place in the world. Just as they are trying to find their own adult identity, the teenage body […]
If your teen has recently been expelled from school or is constantly running away, maybe it’s time for you to look into sending him or her to a juvenile boot camp. While some people view juvenile boot camps as a form of child abuse, these camps have actually produced positive results in the lives of […]
What parents of a teen haven’t wondered where their sweet child went and who the angry and rebellious child is that took his or her place. After all, adolescence is a time of change. While each child is different, there are some behaviors that all normal teens seem to exhibit. These include: acting moody and/or […]
Not all parents subscribe to the notion of “tough love,” which is used so extensively in many troubled teen programs. Some parents want their children close by and want to avoid placing their troubled teen into an environment that may build even more resentment and anger. For these parents and troubled teens, behavior modification programs […]
Alcohol Abuse in troubled teens is increasing. Alcohol gives teenagers the power to express themselves without inhibitions. It allows them to self-medicate to numb the pain of a turbulent world around them. Alcohol use in teenagers can get out of control and lead to death.
Reasons for Abuse and Troubled Teens
The main reason why troubled teens […]
Adolescence is a chaotic time at best. It’s like you go to sleep a child and wake up something else, not quite an adult. Not only are hormonal fluctuations causing your body to change dramatically pretty much overnight, but your place in society is kind of in limbo as well. It’s enough to make even […]
Parenting in general – while enormously rewarding and joy filled – can also be an exhaustive, confusing experience. No child arrives with an operational manual and many of us just find our way day to day doing the best we can.
Each age group offers its own set of challenges. But none is more talked about […]