If you knew your child was engrossed in a chronicle of a schoolgirl's suicide, or a game that ends in taking your own life, how would you respond? Be ready to answer, because this is the world we live in.
One of the most frightening experiences for any parent is the moment you realize that your child may have a substance abuse problem.
You are scared to death about what they may be taking, the late nights, the change in sleeping habits, the poor grades, or the awful distance growing between you and the person you care so much about.
Bad, how deep the pain is Oh, you just couldn't believe And yes, I'm good on the surface But I'm a mess, I'm a mess underneath. See Winter took most of my heart And Spring punched me right in the stomach Summer came looking for blood And by Autumn, I was left with nothing It took a whole damn year to repair my body...
Adolescence arrives with a surge of emotional energy. It can empower youth to expand their capabilities, make new friends, depend less on parents, and live more passionately. The influence of parents remains important in a child's life, and is necessary to support teens in making good choices.