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Troubled teens (sometimes called at risk youth, defiant teens, or struggling adolescents) typically make poor life choices like using drugs and alcohol, and becoming defiant or rebellious towards authority. A troubled youth's negative behavior can cause great problems within the family unit. Out of control teens may also create issues with parents, and their teenage behavior issues can influence friends and siblings to follow similar behavior patterns.

Defiant Teen?
Defiant Teen? Dealing with an out-of-control, or defiant teen, is difficult. Parenting teenagers with behavior issues is hard, when a teen becomes defiant of rules and authority it may seem impossible. Learn tips for dealing with a defiant teen.
Teen Addiction
Teen addiction does not always mean drugs and alcohol, teens may become addicted to food, the Internet, pornography, gambling, stealing, and more. This article discusses the effects of teen addiction and treatment options available for teens struggling with addiction.
Teen Violence
Teen violence is a growing problem in the U.S. Negative behaviors: drug use, bullying, and gang involvement often lead to violent behaviors. Learn about teen violence statistics, risk factors for teen violence, and tips for preventing teen violence.
Troubled Teen Schools
Troubled teen schools offer teens help with a variety of problems including medical or behavioral problems. Learn about troubled teen schools and how to choose a school for troubled teens that is right for your circumstances and troubled teen's needs.