The thought of sending your teen to a residential program may seem scary, but outpatient services can be ineffective when dealing with some of the more alarming issues. If you have exhausted everything you can think of, and are still having problems with your troubled teen, considering a residential program can be a lifesaver. There are several programs available to teens, and below are the different types and the advantages of some of these options. Inpatient Therapy Centers. These types...
With the challenges teens are facing these days, it’s easier for them to get caught up in emotional turmoil dealing with everyday situations. However, if your teen is going beyond the normal boundaries of angst, you may have cause for some alarm. Engaging in anger-related behaviors such as aggressive language, violence or self-harm can be worrisome for even the most experienced parent, but there are steps you can take to help you and your teen deal with their anger. Understand...
If you are at your wit’s end trying to find a troubled teen program that will teach your child responsibility, look no further than local babysitting. Not only can babysitting keep your teen occupied outside of school, but it can also teach a troubled teen how to be responsible for another life. It may start out supervised by a parent, or shadowing another experience sitter, but at some point, they will be left on their own to care for a...
If you are concerned that your teen may be getting into trouble after school but don’t want them earning their own disposable income just yet, volunteering can be a great option. Teaching the benefits of giving time in order to serve the needs of others will not only give your child a sense of good purpose but will look great on those tough college applications. There are so many volunteer opportunities that it can be hard to choose the best...
Spending time outdoors in the warmer months requires some forethought, but spending an entire evening or more can require valuable life skills that won’t be taught on their own. If you want to ensure your kids will learn practical knowledge about basic survival, camping overnight is a great way to teach them lessons that will carry on throughout their lives, be it in the outdoors or in their careers. Learning to prepare, and strategize. Where you are going to camp,...
Teenagers are never short of drama, but learning to discern between a little normal angst and a real cause for concern can a be a lifesaver for your child, and your family. Paying attention to the warning signs, and more importantly - intervening as early as possible - might be the only way you can take control of your child when he or she thinks their lives are spiraling in the opposite direction. Look for these basic signs to see...
The summers spent during high school and college are often one’s spent interning in various workplaces or taking extra academic classes to get ahead in their studies. Many teens fail to consider one of the most fun and exciting opportunities to spend their summers growing into the adults they plan to be. A Christian summer camp provides the ideal setting to serve, lead, grow and learn. There are so many benefits to working in a teen Christian program for the...
Being a part of our nation’s military is a great way to develop inner character, physical fitness, mental fortitude and sacrificial service. For many teens, there is no better way to develop these characteristics than to enroll in a military boarding school for high school. This an option often left unexplored because many people wrongly believe signing up for a military boarding school program means automatically enrolling in a career in the military. This is not true. You can reap...
The place has been chosen, and all the forms are signed. Your teen has been pestering you to go for ages, and you’ve finally decided a fun adventure away from home in a teen summer camp is just what your kid needs. What’s the next step for your excited camper? It’s time to pack! Here’s a list to make the first trip to summer camp a success. Trust the “suggested packing list.” This list contains information from people who’ve worked...
Parenting a teenager can be a challenge, a constant power struggle over control and conformity. It’s often way easier to think of ways to punish your teenager than it is to think of ways to enjoy them. However, there is no replacement for the important parent/child bond and having these moments of love and connection are absolutely vital to your relationship. The list below details simple ways to show love to your often unlovable teenager that you love them. Write...
