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Wilderness therapy programs can be a wonderful option for some troubled teenagers, but only when those programs are managed by experienced staff members and well-regulated by state agencies. Don’t make the mistake of enrolling your teenager into a wilderness therapy...

New romances can be thrilling but the aftermath of a breakup can leave even the most reasonable person devastated. Teenagers are especially susceptible to the high emotions and drama of a breakup. When teenagers are dealing with their broken heart, it can feel even...

Parents are always looking for ways to keep their teenage daughters happy and healthy, but it’s not always easy. Several recent studies have shown that playing organized sports is quite beneficial for teen girls of all ages. Besides providing physical boosts from...

As parents we often struggle with being in our teens’ lives and balancing their need for freedom and autonomy. However, striking the balance, especially when it comes to knowing their friends, is a crucial part of the parent-teen contract. And, we should be...

When your son is a teenager, friends can have a more profound influence on his life than you may realize. In fact, he may look at his friends as more of a role model than you or other adults. It’s a part of growing up, but it means your son needs to find good friends,...

Teen suicide statistics are much higher now than they ought to be. It’s the second leading cause of death for those aged 10-24 and there are approximately 5,400 attempts every day. These statistics are frightening, but what’s perhaps even more worrisome is the fact...

Teens in crisis need help. However, as parents sometimes we struggle to know what sort of help will be the most effective. For many of us, the natural tendency is to ‘throw the book at them’ when that might be a little too intense for their issues. As you know,...

You know that your teen needs help. You are not sure what approach you should take, but whatever program you decide, you want it to fit the problems that your adolescent faces. What are your options? What type of program is best for your troubled teen? The following...

You have a troubled girl. You want to help her, but you’re unsure what the best course of action is. It’s likely you’ve read about therapeutic boarding schools and boot camps, and while they both seem effective, they are different. From our experience working with...

When your children are younger, you know their friends and even their friends’ parents, who are likely your friends as well. You have met through Boy Scouts, band, sports or other extra-curricular activities, sometimes connecting for hours while your children spent...

As a parent, you willingly do whatever it takes to help your struggling teen. You have tried working with the school, involving mentors, medications and counseling. However, nothing local has helped, and now it’s time to investigate other options. You might want to...

Adolescence is a difficult stage. Teen girls want to be independent, but they lack the skills to do it well. Parents want to protect them as they go through life’s experiences to gain those skills, and that’s where the struggles come into play. To help you with the...

As your children grow, they expand their horizons, broadening their group of associates. What should you do if you don’t like your child’s friends or worse yet, if the other kid has questionable values? Read on for suggestions on how to deal with your child’s toxic...

By the time you decide to contact a school for troubled teens, you have exhausted every effort in getting your teen to comply with basic household rules. He or she is now engaged in open rebellion, depression, suicide, addictive behavior, anger, violence, sexual...

If you are a Christian, you might believe in traditional family values. As such, you would likely look for a school that adheres to those values when you are reaching out for help with your student. What Are Christian Family Values? Christian family values focus on...