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Teens with Authority Problems

Teenagers often have problems with authority figures…parents, teachers, coaches, police etc. As they get older teenagers do not want to be told what to do. They want more freedom and to make their own choices. Unfortunately, teenagers do not have the knowledge or experience in how to appropriately deal with issues that arise with authority figures so they often respond in disrespectful and defiant ways. It is quite normal for…
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April 16, 2013
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Signs of Sexual Abuse in Teenagers

Child Sexual Abuse is any form of unwanted direct sexual contact or touching, non-touching exposure to sexual activities or pornography for the purpose of personal sexual gratification by the perpetrator. Statistics vary; however, about 15% to 25% of women and 5% to 15% of men were sexually abused when they were children. Approximately 90% of the offenders have some familiarity with their victim; 30% are relatives and 60% are other…
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April 15, 2013
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Conduct Disorders in Teenagers

A Conduct Disorder is a pattern of defiant behavior, drug or alcohol abuse, impulsive behavior or trouble with the law. These types of behaviors are habitual. Conduct Disorders tend to be more prevalent in males and often associated with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or Learning Disabilities (LD). ADHD and Conduct Disorders have a high risk of alcohol addiction/dependence or other substance addiction. Conduct Disorders can also lead to Depression…
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April 15, 2013
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My Son Wants To Quit School

The good news is according to the U.S. Department of Education, the National Center for Education Statistics, Public Schools Graduate and Dropout study for the Class of 2010, 78.2% of students across the country earned a diploma within four years of starting high school. This is the highest graduation rate in almost 40 years. Communicating with your son is important. Give him information. Earning a High School Diploma is pretty…
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April 12, 2013
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Dangers of Energy Drinks and Alcohol

Energy drinks are regularly consumed by 31% of 12- to 17-year-olds and 34% of 18- to 24-year-olds. There is an increasing trend among young people to mix alcohol with an energy drink. Energy drinks can be dangerous for teens by themselves because they not only contain caffeine but other ingredients for which the long term effects are unknown. Side effects of excessive use of energy drinks include: Increased blood pressure…
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April 12, 2013