teenage behavior
Related Questions & Answers
Results 1-10 from 41 articles
People to Help
Asked by W.M. from Sacramento
on August 14, 2009
-
We live in the Roseville/Orangevale area. My daughter was basically harrased by another driver last night on her way home. They kept stoping in front of her on a two l...
Answers
- I would have most likely answered my door, albeit hesitantly. This is the only situation where a under 18 is allowed to use their cell while driving... and the one ti...
- You would be surprised how many people would help. I have always been surprised at how far people have gone to help me when I have been caught in unfortunate circumsta...
- Wow, W., scary. I think that was good advice to give her. I would have helped her out, and I would think many others would have as well. I agree with Helen's advi...
Mom Seeking Help with 16 Yr Son
Asked by H.C. from New York
on January 12, 2007
-
There seems to be a problem between my son and I. I feel I only yell at him, which is true, but it seems I can't ask him to do anything. We are in the process of selli...
Answers
- I need to ask, why aren't you getting any kind of from your husband. Sounds like he's acting out. I can sought of relate because I have a 17yr old that stands about 5'...
- I think you're staring at the "key" to your salvation in your own words: his friends, and his hang out, at Trumbull Mall. Those are the things he holds dear. You can...
- I first question would be; where is your husband in all of this. It is totally hard rising kids, never mind teenagers. My daughter is 18 and we constantly fight over t...
Teenager Out of Control
Asked by B.M. from Louisville
on January 28, 2007
-
I ahve almost 16 yer old who doesn't listen to anything. She feels she can do what ever she wants. A couple of weeks ago I woke up to find her puking because she had ...
Answers
- Well, first of all let me say that I will be praying for you and your family. I admit that I have no experience with unruly teenagers, mine is only a toddler, but I wa...
- Someone needs to be home with her at night while your gone because she has proven that she can't handle being alone. I wouldn't keep alcohol in the house. She's going ...
- Billie I have found that when my oldest daughter started acting out it was because I worked too much and didn't spend enough quality time with her. Once I cut back on...
Seeking Advice for Out of Control 16 Year Old
Asked by M.A. from Dallas
on May 21, 2009
-
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...
Answers
- 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. ...
Trouble with and Between My Teen-aged Son and Husband
Asked by J.F. from New York
on March 17, 2008
-
Hi,
I am married and have two children from my previous marriage. The issue centers around my son, who will be 14 next month. Six years ago when I married my husban...
Answers
- J., Hubby isn't going anywhere, he is just MAD, and upset, common for men in this situation, he feels he is supporting this kids and the kid is ungreatful he...
- Hi J., I've been there, not with every single thing you mentioned, but enough. Please take time to go out with your husband for a quiet time for the two of you...no ...
- I married my husband when my kids were 14, 10, and 5. They are now 26,23,17. My oldest son left at quite young to live with dad. the middle son went into the marin...
Childs Relationships
Asked by M.B. from Lafayette
on May 5, 2008
-
My daughter is 13 she beleives herself to be lesbian. She is seeing a counselor, who says she is too young to know for sure what her sexuality is. I think she is too y...
Answers
- I once heard a message about homosexuality. I was a real eye opener to me as I had never heard it described in this way. To summarize the message: God created male ...
- hi i don't know that 13 is too young to know which way she is having the tendecy to lean sexual wise as my brother told us at 7 that he didn't feel right around girls ...
- There are many good responses here. I would stop using that counselor entirely and give your daughter time to learn. You need it, too. And if she's willing to talk ...
Unmotivated 12 Year Old Boy
Asked by L.R. from St. Louis
on September 10, 2008
-
I have a 12 year old son, only child for 10 years, well behaved, always around adults as a young guy.
He was involved in many sports when he was littler, he was belo...
Answers
- L. - Obviously you've done all the right things as a mother, and you should be applauded. There is something disturbing your son that he may not even be aware of. The ...
- There is so much I want to commment on and I dont know where to start. You sound like you have one amazing kid and I am so glad that you can see those parts that are ...
- He sounds like a great kid. Remember too he is getting to become a teenager. I have found boys mature much slower than girls. Take it from a mom of 3 - 2 boys and 1...
Teenage Girl Stuff
Asked by M.S. from Dallas
on January 12, 2007
-
Do you think a 13 yr old should wear thongs? How soon do you let them wear make-up? What about a boyfriend these are all the questions i'm getting from my 13 she say...
Answers
- I agree with everyone's advice regarding make-up. I think it's okay to allow her to wear light lip gloss, blush, and a little mascara. Teach her how to do it simply ...
- Wow M., you do have your hands full. My 14 yo daughter is such a Tomboy. She thinks my thongs look disgusting and uncomfortable. (Yeah) And boys are someone to pla...
- I agree with Bev's advice. Absolutely NOT on the thong thing; you can buy panties that accomodate the jeans without getting thongs (and, by the way, what the heck is u...
Help with 18 Year Old Son's Clothing Choice
Asked by M.L. from Minneapolis
on March 19, 2008
-
I am trying to figure out what to do about a shirt my son recently bought. It is extremely disgusting to me. It has two women on the front of it involved in some sor...
Answers
- Hi M., I suspect it's 1) a stage and/or 2) his way of gaining attention and/or 3) asserting his independence. I don't know what it's like to raise teenagers yet, b...
- Stick to your guns. It is your house your rules. If it offends you and goes against what you are teaching your children then by all means keep the shirt or throw it ...
- With my daughter who is 18, senior in high school and doesn't pay rent. I would tell her - if you want to where it that is fine but you will not wear it under my roof...
How to Handle Teenagers and Their Attitudes
Asked by J.P. from Chicago
on July 25, 2007
-
I have two daughters ages 15 and 13. Ever since my daughter turned 15 she has been mouthy and rude to her family. Is this normal? I can't seem to remember how I was ...
Answers
- Trust me, it's normal! Hehe! It is the age of raging hormones and breaking away from the rents (parents). OMG! EWW! Parents are SOOO old! They like just don't UNDERSTA...
- We did do it also but not like these teenagers now. Yes it's all of them. My niece is 16 and yes if she gets her way she is pretty good, but tell her NO and you thin...
- Hi Jen, I don't have any advice as I'm going thru the same thing with my 10 yr. Old. I'm beside myself trying to find ways to communicate with him right now. I to...
