subject: West Ridge Academy On Parenting Options For Defiant Teens [print this page] Helping defiant teens after you've tried everything you can think of, can be extremely nerve wracking. Many parents before you have been there, in fact your own parents may have felt the same way, just don't give up on them.
Start by looking back at the time your kid thought the world of you as a way to rekindle your desire to help. Even then teens can forget those early years and become defiant for a time.
You'll know the teens that have defiant issues vs those teens that resist to be told what to do by their parents because the degree of defiance is much higher than typical teens.
Most teens go through a stage where they challenge rules and boundaries to establish themselves.
Taking a stand to a certain extent is normal and healthy. Teens will test boundaries to determine the pecking order and how they will fit in. The awkward teen years are just that, awkward because they haven't learned how or where to fit in socially yet.
What your kids, if they are defiant continually then there could be a long term problem brewing. Getting counseling from your church or school can be an affordable way to start getting help. For teens that need more help than that, there are residential boarding school.
Parents might consider this when their relationship with their teens has deteriorated to the point the can't get through to them. Even though camps and boarding schools can be rather effective not all kids need the same level of disciplining that the school or program gives.
A thorough review of the programs methodologies and policies before admitting your child is always a very good idea.
Living on site at the school is considering a boarding school, they live, study and recreate on campus. Boarding schools teach respect and discipline to students through a very structured routine. Because quality is not the same with every program be sure to find a program that meets your standards.
West Ridge Academy suggests visiting the schools you are considering to get a good feel for where you are sending your kid.
In todays world most programs that work with defiant teens have websites you can check out. Always check references about the program. Often a program like this is your last resort so beware that your teen won't like you for it and often can take a change of heart on their part before they warm up to you again.
