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Seeking Advice for Out of Control 16 Year Old
Asked by M.A. from Dallas
on May 21, 2009
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I am seeking advice for a 16 year old who is out of control. A little bit about our sitation - I am 31 single female (no kids)with a 16 year old sister. Our mother die...
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- Wow this is so tough as my friend has a girl like this...she has sent her away to an all girls school for dicipline probs. Her mom doesn't have it in her to get contr...
- http://www.happyhillfarm.org/admissions_requirements.cfm
- I highly recommend www.sosinc.org. I know one of the gals who runs this organization and she's wonderful...and totally dedicated to helping kids and their families. ...
Unmotivated 16 Year Old
Asked by J.Y. from Pittsburgh
on January 10, 2009
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My 16 year old daughter is very smart, but is very unmotivated to complete her school work, therefor seems to be running a C average in almost everything. I speak to h...
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- J.: I suffered from depression since age 14...at that age I had counseling, but no meds (at that time my parents believed I just "needed Jesus"...that's why I commend...
- Aside from something 'mental' going on, it's possible that she may need one-on-one help because she may not be 'getting it'. You could look into a tutoring school... I...
- Sometimes people are conditioned to be what they hear people calling them. So if she hears that she is lazy, unmotivated, depressed. Then she feels that is who she i...
Volunteer Activities for Teens
Asked by M.B. from Dallas
on June 23, 2008
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Hello Moms. My 16yr old sister is spending the summer with me in Dallas and I am looking for activities to occupy her time. Yes, she's spending way too much time on ...
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- Not only pet shelters, but the local hospitals and assisted living centers might have something she could do. Check with the recreations centers, too. How about the ...
- www.powercrew.org and www.volunteernorthtexas.org are two great websites that will help you find volunteer activities for youth and adults alike. These websites are r...
- In the Miss America Organization the titleholders have to do community service work and have a platform. I volunteer my time to MAO and several of the teens and young...
Volunteer Activities for a 13 Year Old?
Asked by J.F. from Houston
on January 8, 2009
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My daughter could use a lesson or two on humility and the act of being selfless. Does anyone know of any volunteer activities that a 13 year old can do? We live in t...
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- I know that Libraries of Love needs help typing labels for book spines, and organizing books to be sent to Africa. The organization collects used books and then takes...
- You've gotten some good ideas already, but I just wanted to share an experience I had as a kid... My grandpa is a retired pastor and he had a ministry going to the nu...
- Ok so this may be a PA thing but... When I was her age it was a big deal at church but my friends and I would go around and rake other peoples yards (our neighbors ...
Do You Volunteer in Your Child's Class? Debate with My Friend. Weigh in Please
Asked by L.D. from Los Angeles
on March 30, 2011
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My friend and I are having a small debate. It is in my opinion that volunteering at your child’s school is essential. She believes a parent’s presence at school...
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- There hasn't been an opportunity to volunteer in the classroom this year (although in years past, I have volunteered a LOT in their classrooms!), so I volunteer in th...
- My perspective: Last year, I had my son in my preschool group for a six month session. It was probably the most conflicted 6 months in our relationship. Many childr...
- I havent read all the responses so I apologize if my opinion has already been said. I volunteer in my sons kindergarten classroom every Thursday and wouldnt have it...
15 Year Old Is Showing Depression
Asked by J.M. from Chicago
on July 3, 2010
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I have a 15 year old son. His friends seemed to have abandoned him. I think they are going in a direction he chooses not to , which I am greatful for (bad choices). Bu...
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- Look at ur local parks some have teen programs.
- Its natural for him to feel depressed if his school mates since 5 are out doing other things that he is not comfortable with. Perhaps have him apply at grocery stores ...
- My 15 year old girl is going through the same thing. The group of girls she has always been friends with are going in all directions, one is focusing on her band lesso...
Keeping a 15 Year Old Busy
Asked by S.A. from New York
on June 15, 2010
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I have a 15 year old son, who is very mature for his age. he is also very large 6ft3in. The problem is I also have three young boys
ages 10,8 and 5. The little ones a...
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- Bored maybe, but don't assume he's depressed. It's probably just the normal teenage demeanor. Any camps in your area? We have volunteer camp counselor jobs in o...
- sounds like a real teen my just turned 18 it dont get any better so get use to it keep him intersted in sports and school good luck
- invite friends his own age over. It's great to all be together, but he does need to socialize with his peers at this age. Get a basketball hoop and let him bring a f...
17 Year Old Step-daughter Pregnant
Asked by J.H. from Lawton
on March 7, 2008
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I am new to the mamasource community, but I need all the advice I can get.
My 17 year old stepdaughter is pregnant and I am having a very hard time dealing with t...
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- Hi Jeriane, I am a mother of four and step-mother of five, and I am working on a nursing degree too. My oldest step daughter, age 16, just gave birth last week to ...
- Jeriane: realizing that you have much responsibility with your education and family. One of my advisors once said that all our stressors are blessings - job, family...
- I hope you find it in your heart to overcome being angry. I am 27 years old and had my first baby 1 month after turning 17. I graduated in labor. I also had my second ...
Volunteer Ideas for Teen Girl
Asked by T.B. from Seattle
on September 7, 2008
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Hello, does anyone know of any good voluteer programs for my teen daughter (15)? My daughter is somewhat spoiled in a way that she doenst necessarily get everything sh...
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- She may be downplaying how much you do for her to be a bit modest since she probably knows she has more than others. If you're really concerned, maybe volunteer with t...
- One of the best things my kids ever did was volunteer at the food bank. They saw just how well they had it, especially in the winter during the toy giveaway. Toys th...
- Have you heard of Gloriasangels.org Gloria Strauss was the daughter of some great friends of mine. She passed away last September after a courageous battle against can...
Help Controlling 16 Year Old Daughter's Attitude
Asked by J.T. from Syracuse
on September 1, 2009
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My daughter is a sweetheart....at times...lately she is so snappy with so much attitude. Sometimes it's not what she says but of how she says it. She has so much ton...
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- Its called hormones..Think PMS times 100..There isnt much you can do to stop them. But you can help your DD learn to control her annoyance. Sit her down when she ISN"T...
- Sounds like my 14 yr old dau. They think the world is theres hope that they out grow it be firm dont let her get what ever she wants sometimes going back to school hel...
- We have a large poster that says: Teenagers, Tired of being harassed by your parents? ACT NOW! Move out, Get a Job, Pay your own way, WHILE YOU SILL KNOW EVERYTHING...
