http://test.troubledteensresources.com Troubled Teens Resources News: en-us <>description 60 Wed, 14 Nov 2007 08:59:00 PST Wed, 19 Jul 2006 13:49:04 PST http://test.troubledteensresources.com/article.src?ID=85 Teenagers face social challenges every day and one of the most common is the temptation for teen age drug abuse. Often teenagers don&apos;t think doing drugs is wrong, and they find it acceptable without realizing the impact it can have on them. This is troubling for society and especially for families. What are the reasons for teen age drug abuse? Sometimes it is an escape, or to relieve stress, to relax, or even just to have fun. Many teen age drug abuse starts with wanting to fit in with their peers who are abusing drugs or out of curiosity. Teens are most likely to abuse drugs at parties and when they are with friends. We also know that teen age drug abuse often leads to sex. Add to that unplanned pregnancies and/or health risks. You teen will be exposed to drugs, as most are. Research shows that the best way to prevent drug abuse by teens is to have a solid relationship with their parents who monitor their behavior. But, there are times when the best parenting falls short and teens succumb to drug abuse. How can you tell if your teen is involved in teen age drug abuse? &lt;ul&gt; &lt;li&gt;Look your teen in the eyes - most drugs will affect how your teen looks. They may have bloodshot eyes or have a checked out look to them. &lt;li&gt;Notice the friends they are around and especially if they have drug problems. &lt;li&gt;Watch your teen&apos;s behavior for drastic changes - and notice if they become secretive and try to avoid you (more than usual). &lt;li&gt;Physical changes: extreme weight loss, losing a lot of hair, and other signs.&lt;/ul&gt; Alcohol is the most abused drug in our society. But there are many different ways to abuse drugs. There are steroids, over-the-counter medications (like cough syrup or inhalants), and even prescription medications such as pain pills. Then of course there are the illegal drugs like heroin, meth, cocaine, and marijuana. Your teen&apos;s brain is still developing. Drug abuse can bring permanent physical changes. It can affect teens in all ways including their emotional health, and their behavior. Not only can teen age drug abuse be either a mask for or contribute to depression, will alter their ability to make good decisions and eventually they will put themselves in harmful situations. Whatever drugs your teen is abusing, it may get to a level that you need a lot more intervention than you can provide. You&apos;ll need professional assistance. There are many programs available to help with teen age drug abuse. Look into the options until you find a treatment that will break your teenager of drug abuse. Tue, 04 Sep 2007 11:09:00 -0800 http://test.troubledteensresources.com/article.src?ID=83 If you are reading this page, you are a few steps ahead of a great many parents of troubled teens. You are out of denial. The country as a whole is coming to understand that if a teen crisis intervention plan or program isn&apos;t in place in schools and public institutions that the juggernauts of drug abuse, alcohol abuse and teen sexual exploitation will continue to crush the lives of America&apos;s youth. &lt;b&gt;Substance Abuse Statistics Tell the Tale&lt;/b&gt; Teen crisis intervention is too grandiose a term you say? These statistics suggest teen crisis intervention is a necessary description for ongoing substance abuse among teens.&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Between 1999 and 2000, the rate of past month marijuana use among women aged 12 and older increased from 3.1 percent to 3.5 percent...&lt;li&gt;Among youth aged 12 to 17 in 2000, 9.7 percent had used an illicit drug within the 30 days prior to interview&lt;li&gt;Approximately 2.1 million youths aged 12 to 17 had used inhalants at some time in their lives as of 2000. This constituted 8.9 percent of youths&lt;li&gt;About 9.7 million persons aged 12 to 20 reported drinking alcohol in the month prior to the survey interview in 2000 (27.5 percent of this age group). An estimated 6.6 million (18.7 percent) were binge drinkers and 2.1 million (6.0 percent) were heavy drinkers&lt;/ul&gt; &lt;b&gt;Teen Crisis Intervention Comes in Many Forms&lt;/b&gt; As you read these pages, we keep you informed of those public schools, states, towns and non-profits that acknowledge the need for teen crisis intervention by funding teen crisis intervention programs that address the at-risk teen, teens already in the legal system, and pre-teens who might be tempted. The rise of the Internet only accelerates the need to develop interventions to prevent the at-risk teen from being seduced into dangerous and unsavory situations while right under their parent&apos;s roof. If the dangers to teens ended with substance abuse it might be manageable, but drug abuse brings the subsets of teen pregnancies, rape, imprisonment, AIDS, and prostitution. Teen crisis intervention programs need to be implemented that take account of all of the destructive forces that can be unleashed if left unchecked. Teen crisis intervention can simply mean that adults take back control of their teen&apos;s lives by battling the cultural forces that make drugs seem attractive to the troubled teen. Teen crisis interventions can only occur when parents quit denying a crisis exists. Fri, 20 Apr 2007 07:58:00 -0800 http://test.troubledteensresources.com/article.src?ID=76 Subscribe to our weblogs to receive the latest advice, news and resources on how to best help your troubled teen directly to your computer, without all the problems associated with e-mail. With our RSS feeds you will receive the latest content directly as it becomes available and thus have constant access to the latest information to help you deal with a troubled teen. 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Sun, 11 Mar 2007 04:44:00 -0800 http://blog.troubledteensresources.com/troubled-teen-news/ Topics about teens and the daily struggles they are faced with. Help for parents of teens with problems and tips on how to cope with these struggles. Thu, 08 Mar 2007 02:53:00 -0800 http://blog.troubledteensresources.com/teen-hot-lines/ Information about Teen Hot lines. There is help out there! Wed, 07 Mar 2007 11:06:00 -0800 http://blog.troubledteensresources.com/teen-crisis-resources/ Relevant resources for teen crisis management. Wed, 07 Mar 2007 10:53:00 -0800 http://test.troubledteensresources.com/article.src?ID=68 Many organizations and programs for troubled teens make it their mission to help teenagers battle the ills of growing up. Counseling, mentoring, and big brother and sister programs can all help a troubled teen overcome adversity. It&apos;s simply a matter of making sure your child knows where such programs can be found. There are a lot of programs that offer help for teen problems. As a parent, an important duty you have is to talk to your children and inform them of alternatives they have in the event they don&apos;t wish to discuss their problems with a familiar face. A simple discussion could save much time and grief for you and your children. Wed, 07 Mar 2007 10:22:00 -0800 http://test.troubledteensresources.com/article.src?ID=67 Sometimes it can be unclear as to where a troubled teenager can go to find help for teen problems. A teenager might find it awkward to approach a family member or an adult figure with personal issues they might be facing. Often times, a teen might choose to repress these personal problems. Repressing personal issues will only serve to heighten the level of distress that teenager is feeling. Guaranteed, if your teenage child has no one to turn to, problems can escalate. That&apos;s why providing help for teen problems is so imperative. Wed, 07 Mar 2007 10:20:00 -0800 http://test.troubledteensresources.com/article.src?ID=66 If your child is understood and treated according to his or her condition, the chances of better performance will increase and your child will have a chance at succeeding in life. If he or she is left to suffer in a regular academic environment, resentment and defiant behavior will take over in an effort to compensate for lack of scholastic ability. Don&apos;t allow your child to suffer any more than he or she already has. Recognize that ODD makes life difficult for a child and help your child with his or her specific condition. By providing your child with a supportive and understanding environment, both in school and at home, you will be helping a great deal! Wed, 07 Mar 2007 10:19:00 -0800 http://test.troubledteensresources.com/article.src?ID=65 If your child does suffer from ODD, perhaps you should consider putting him or her in an alternative school where his or her needs will be met. In a regular middle or high school environment, your child might suffer at the hands of fellow students. He or she might also get into a lot of trouble for defiant behavior. At a special school, administrators and teachers will understand your troubled teenager&apos;s condition and will act to help your child through any problems he or she might face. It&apos;s a much better scenario for your child. Oppositional Defiant Disorder has been proven to cause difficulty in academic and athletic performance. Wed, 07 Mar 2007 10:19:00 -0800 http://test.troubledteensresources.com/article.src?ID=63 When a child suffers from Oppositional Defiant Disorder it can really tear a family apart. It is not an easy disorder from which to suffer or with which to deal. ODD is something that affects everyone close to it. You mustn&apos;t let it ruin your family. There are signs for which to look when trying to diagnose your child with ODD. Mood swings, defiant behavior, temper loss, becoming easily annoyed, resentful and vindictive are all symptoms of the disorder and are often persistent. Wed, 07 Mar 2007 10:12:00 -0800 http://test.troubledteensresources.com/article.src?ID=56 Whatever your particular situation, there is a form of help that can assist you and your troubled teenager. There are plenty of youth outreach, counseling and therapy programs readily available to you. The only hard part is making that first step towards utilizing such helpful resources. Help for troubled teens doesn&apos;t stop at therapy. If your finding that your teen is getting worse rather than better, despite counseling, you might want to research boarding schools. They have already helped thousands of teenagers work through tough times. As a parent, you want to do what&apos;s best for your teenager. Often times, you won&apos;t be able to console your child on your own. For such situations, there are plenty methods of help for troubled teens that can aid you in your efforts. Wed, 07 Mar 2007 09:58:00 -0800 http://test.troubledteensresources.com/article.src?ID=55 Despite what you might think, it is relatively easy to get help for troubled teens. If you have a teenager who is going through a rough time, finding help doesn&apos;t have to be difficult. There are various methods of assistance you can use ranging from mild to serious. Wed, 07 Mar 2007 09:57:00 -0800 http://test.troubledteensresources.com/article.src?ID=54 If your child has all of these symptoms, you should have him or her examined by a doctor. Your doctor will be able to give his or her medical opinion as to whether or not your child has an attention deficit disorder of sorts. If you child does, in fact, suffer from ADHD, there are treatments that can help rectify the situation. Many children who suffer from the disorder use prescription drugs and are, as a result, able to live healthy and normal lives. Your child can live a great life as well as long as he or she receives the treatment needed. Take good care of your child by understanding them. Wed, 07 Mar 2007 09:57:00 -0800 http://test.troubledteensresources.com/article.src?ID=53 Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is very similar to Attention Deficit Disorder, or ADD. The same inability to focus on activities is found in ADHD, but there is also a certain amount of hyperactivity involved as well. If you observe your child long enough, you will be able to recognize the various symptoms of this hyperactivity disorder. You child will have a lot of energy, will be unable to sit in one place and watch TV or read and will also be restless. Wed, 07 Mar 2007 09:56:00 -0800 http://test.troubledteensresources.com/article.src?ID=52 Among the symptoms of ADHD are hyperactivity, inability to focus on one activity for a long period of time and moodiness. Children with this disorder aren&apos;t the happiest people. Their grades suffer as a result of their problems as do their relationships with people. The sooner children are treated, the sooner their lives will improve. You might find that your troubled youth was only in need of a little medical attention. Don&apos;t miss your child&apos;s cries for help. Instead, be your child&apos;s lifesaver. Wed, 07 Mar 2007 09:56:00 -0800 http://test.troubledteensresources.com/article.src?ID=51 Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder or ADHD is a common disorder that can be treated effectively if detected early on in life. The longer a person lives with ADHD, the more damage the disorder will do to that person. That is why early detection is so important in the treatment process. If you think your child might be acting the way he or she does because of ADHD, then you must get a medical opinion as soon as possible. There are a few key symptoms that a person with Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder will have Wed, 07 Mar 2007 09:55:00 -0800 http://test.troubledteensresources.com/article.src?ID=31 Having counselors who understand teenage problems at a boarding school, makes the school experience a more positive one for teenagers who attend. Your daughter might hate the idea of a girl boarding school at first, but once she is there, making friends and talking about her problems, she will change her mind. Don&apos;t give up on your daughter. There are always options that you can choose to help your child. She will drop her bad habits and pick up positive ones. It will just take a matter of her time and energy as well as persistence on your part! Wed, 07 Mar 2007 09:12:00 -0800 http://test.troubledteensresources.com/article.src?ID=30 A girl boarding school is a great place to send your troubled teenage girl. If you find that regular schools aren&apos;t enough for your troubled teen, then a boarding school might be your answer. A boarding school entirely for girls might end up being your best choice. Your daughter will be far from male distractions, drug and alcohol abuse and crime. She will, instead, be forced to focus on her academics and will also be given proper counseling to help her overcome her problems. Often times, troubled teens just need someone to talk with and sometimes, it can&apos;t be with a family member. Wed, 07 Mar 2007 09:11:00 -0800 http://test.troubledteensresources.com/article.src?ID=29 These camp sessions are led by child experts who understand the plight of the troubled teen. An expert can really help your teen get to the root of his or her problems in an effort to overcome them. Counselors and therapists know much better than you how to talk to a troubled youth and how to connect with him or her. If your child is troubled, you must act fast in order to help him or her. Try a camp for troubled teen children and see the difference it can make in your child&apos;s life. It just might be the cure that he or she needs. Wed, 07 Mar 2007 09:10:00 -0800 http://test.troubledteensresources.com/article.src?ID=28 A camp for troubled teens can conjure up all kinds of images in a parents mind. The most negative of these images would be due to past incidents of bad publicity centered around irresponsibly run camps for troubled teens, unnecessarily making parents wary about &lt;em&gt;any&lt;/em&gt; type of camp for troubled teens. &lt;b&gt;Which Camp for Troubled Teens Fits Your Teenager?&lt;/b&gt; Though parents must use due diligence in researching various camps for troubled teens, be assured that a properly credentialed camp for troubled teens will be able to demonstrate the soundness of their programs and offer references and evidence of their effectiveness as a teen facility. Through research, a parent will have developed a list of reputable camps for troubled teens. Other than a camp for troubled teens&apos; reputation, a parent will want to choose a camp for troubled teens based on the particular needs of their at risk son or daughter. If the troubled teen in question has demonstrated extreme behavioral problems and manifests tendencies that will lead to life devastating consequences, a parent might want to focus on a camp for troubled teens that leans to a more structured and militaristic approach to the training and programs that they employ. Teens with pronounced discipline programs who have had little structure in their lives often find that ultimately, a camp for troubled teens that employs a strict code of discipline and a program that clearly provides boundaries will help their teen find their center and teach a teen the self-discipline necessary to succeed in life. &lt;b&gt;Different Troubled Teen Camps for Different teens&lt;/b&gt; Alternatively, a parent of a troubled teen who is just demonstrating a rebellious attitude and a poor lack of judgment will look more closely at camps for troubled teens that emphasize developing social skills and programs that will help a teen work at issues of responsibility and respect. A sound camp for a troubled teen will incorporate programs that will help the teen to develop leadership skills as well as teach the teen to be a team player, thus teaching valuable social skills of cooperation and mutual respect. As a parent works with their troubled teen&apos;s therapist, they should be sure to include a camp for troubled teens as one of the options that they explore. A parent must look first, however, at who their teen is, the nature of their particular problems and choose a camp for a troubled teen that will most closely meet their teenager&apos;s needs. Wed, 07 Mar 2007 09:09:00 -0800 http://blog.troubledteensresources.com/troubled-teen-advice/ Sometimes the troubled teen or the parent of a troubled teen just needs some advice. Wed, 07 Mar 2007 09:08:00 -0800