Entitlement vs. Privileges

Steven is a 15-year old young man who came into my office due to excessive arguments and battles with his parents. His parents had raised an older son with no problems, so they were confused on how to deal with this difficult adolescent who continually challenged them. Some of the challenges even became physical. In a recent argument, Steven got very angry with his mother for requesting to see his homework. Steven felt this was his business, even though he was failing. His mother, getting more and more frustrated, finally demanded to see his homework. Biting back with an angry tone, Steven responded rudely and instigated a serious argument.

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Are you facing the new school year with dread because you have an unmotivated or underachieving teen or pre-teen? Is your child’s answer to everything, “I don’t care” or “It doesn’t matter?” In Part I of this two-part series, James Lehman, MSW explains why your child does have motivation—and how you can coach them to better behavior. READ MORE http://www.empoweringparents.com/Motivating-Underachivers-The-Truth-about-Unmotivated-Kids.php

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1 out of 4 violent episodes are being perpetrated by teen girls, up from just a generation ago when it was 1 girl -10 boys. As can be seen, girl violence is increasing from 1-10 and now 1out of every 4 violent episodes involves girls carrying it out. According to the Justice Department, it is not just boys any longer, violence among girls is on the rise. Schools report a similar pattern in the number of girls suspended or expelled for fighting. Around the country schools, polices and teachers are seeing a growing tendency for girls to settle disputes with their fists. They are finding themselves breaking up playground fights in which girls are going at each other at an alarming rate.

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Written by an adult who battles with mental health. A message to think about.

- Suicide is the third leading cause of death among adolescents and teenagers, following unintentional injuries and homicide.
- According to a recent survey, one in seven high school students reported they had seriously considered attempting suicide. Nearly one in 14 said they had actually attempted suicide one or more times.
- It’s estimated that half of all serious adult psychiatric illnesses – including depression – begin by age 14.
- Of the teenagers who die by suicide, 90 percent have a diagnosable mental illness at the time of their deaths.

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Teens are posting on YouTube video's about using aerosol deodorant and a match creating flames and fires.

For some reason, outdo the prior video seems to be popular with these viewers and posting their version of bigger fire torches are beginning to populate the internet.

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When is the best time to start your child on a good skin care regimen?
Generally, children begin to have problems with acne and oils as they approach puberty. If your child is showing the tell tale signs, start educating them on good skin care.

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