How can a summer program help my troubled teen? Parenting difficult teenagers has become an epidemic across the country.
Studies reveal that over the past decade teen depression, anxiety, self-harm and suicide ideation has doubled. This contributes to our mental health crisis many parents are facing with their adolescents. Many young people that were once honor roll students are now barely passing — and some rarely attend school.
Today one of the biggest issues facing parents is technology addiction. Whether it’s their attachment to their devices, gaming or social media — their technology has become their lifeline.
Digital Detox Programs
Finding a digital detox summer program can be your answer if this is your main concern, depending upon how long this obsession has been going on. There are some that offer licensed therapist to help your teen develop coping skills, learn time management, as well as build life skills outside of their devices.
Sports Summer Program
Did your teen used to love basketball? Maybe tennis or dance? It’s time to find that summer program that can stimulate them in a positive direction. Building self-worth helps them boost confidence to start making better choices — as well as grades.
Summer School
Summer school programs can be a time for grade recovery for your teen that may have been underachieving throughout the year. Helping them focus on their academic performance without distractions. You can check with your local schools or even colleges for programs that they may offer over the summer months.
Military Summer Experience
Military Schools are not for troubled teens; however they can offer a self-esteem building experience. It’s important to note, your teen must be willing to attend. You do not want to set them up for failure if they are asked to leave for behavioral issues. Many Military Schools offer summer camps which can be an introduction to their school.
Therapeutic summer programs such as digital detox programs, can be successful for adolescents if the problem hasn’t been going on for more than 6+ months. However if you have been struggling with your teenager for over a year, it’s very likely a 4-6 week summer program is not going to give you long-lasting behavioral changes. It might be time to consider residential therapy.
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