Welcome to Troubled Teen

troubled teens

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.

Rebellious Teenager
Rebellious teenager behavior is common. However, there are different degrees of being a rebellious teenager, and in some cases, rebellious teenagers can turn into defiant teens. This article compares rebellious teenager vs. defiant teenager.
Teen Alcohol Abuse
Teen alcohol abuse is common and can lead to teen alcohol addiction. Teens abusing alcohol may need help to overcome alcohol addiction or dependency. Teen alcohol abuse is on the rise. If your teen is struggling with a drinking problem keep reading.
Social Issues
Social issues during the teenage years can have long lasting effects. This article has information on some of the social issues teens are faced with today and tips on how to deal with social issues and personal problems such as peer pressure and bullying.
Teen Discipline
What is teen discipline? This article helps define teen discipline and offers some tips on approaching the disciplining of a teenager. Keep reading to learn how to discipline a troubled teen with natural consequences and some problems with teen discipline.