Help for Parents of Troubled Teens

Dealing with Anger, Violence, Delinquency, and Other Teen Behavior Problems? Parenting a teenager is never easy, but when your teen is violent, depressed, abusing alcohol or drugs, or engaging in other reckless behaviors, it can seem overwhelming. You may feel exhausted from lying awake at night worrying about where your child is, who he or she is with, and what they’re doing. You may despair over failed attempts to communicate, the endless fights, and the open defiance. Or you may live in fear of your teen’s violent mood swings and explosive anger. While parenting a troubled teen can often seem like an impossible task, there are steps you can take to ease the chaos at home and help your teen transition into a happy, successful young adult. Visit Helpguide.org for more information on teen development Parents, Caregivers and professionals working with children can call the Local Care Team at the Collaboration Council to inquire about Wrap-around services. 301-354-4910