I get asked this question all the time. First, I’d like to applaud you for being pro-active and doing your research to find out what is best for your son. Kids younger and younger are starting to act out. The Reality Check Program DVD was designed for ages 11 and up, but I have had Read More
That is a great question and there are many answers. Since you are writing us, We have to assume
he is getting in some kind of trouble. If you haven’t already looked at “Identifying at-risk teens” on our website, we recommend you do that first. (Click Here)
Since your son is fourteen and in school you can’t be with him 24/7. Communications is the #1 thing a parent can do with their child. That has a lot to Read More
Answer: Sadly, I get this statement and question everyday. I look at cases like this and look for the positives. Yes, there are positives. I look for the signs that show me the level of help needed for each individual. Here is an example. If a teenager is sneaking out, hiding his marijuana paraphernalia and lying about it, I see a different picture then the parent.
Let me explain. We all know what he is doing is wrong and needs correction, but the good part is, he is Read More
ANSWER: Without a doubt, it is prescription drug use. Most parents are in denial or just don’t want to admit THEIR child could be involved with drugs of any kind. I am seeing cases with kids as young as 11 doing pills. The signs are usually there if a parent or loved one looks at it from a different angle. Prescription drug use is on the rise and sadly, Florida is the Read More
I get asked this question a lot. Most people would think it is turning a young person around, but it’s not. It is actually convincing governments that being pro-active is the smartest thing they can do with regards to reducing crime, lowering the incarceration rate and helping their citizens.
I think they all know it, but sometimes I think politics get in the way. That is frustrating. I do understand money is tight, but you would Read More
