When a child repeatedly shows more and more disrespect, it could be because respect needs to be modeled to him. But knowing these things and implementing them are two different things.
The teenager needs their peers and teachers as well as parents to model good behavior. Our children's lives are at stake here. What can we do right now for them?
2007-01-22 15:31:48 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
There is no program good enough...as you say, the teenager needs their peers and teachers as well as parents to model good behaviour. The model comes from nothing else but how the peers and teachers and parents treats the teenager. Teenagers are also flesh and blood people. Show them the same level of respect and courtesy as you will want for yourself, yes they could be your juniour, but on the level of respect and courtesy, there should not be a difference.
It doesn't have to be difficult, when you teenager wanted something from you, he would ask,'...can I have it?' and you will probably look at him and remind him to say the word 'please'. But when you ask him to do something...think about how you used to do it.
So, to slowly build this form of respect for each other up. Treat you teenager the same level of respect and courtesy that you will show a stranger on the road or in the mall.
2007-01-26 16:05:26 · answer #1 · answered by Angel's Smile 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There aren't any. Attempting to "fix" a teenager by piling more and more humiliation on him only leads to hatred and ultimate rejection of you and what you stand for. If you think he doesn't have respect for you now, you ought to see him after he gets out.
If you want real answers, look up Family Functional Therapy or related therapies that might help you fix the family as a whole. Don't expect anyone to magically change your kid, however.
Furthermore, if you are truly a Muslim, the residential programs out there are absolutely guaranteed to violate your religion in all possible ways.
Also, avoid Dr. Phil- the man gets off on sending kids to torture pits.
2007-01-23 03:13:42 · answer #2 · answered by seanturtledove 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The programs that are out there depend on what area you live in, so it's hard to comment.
In the US, the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children agencies are pretty prevalent.
There is also the Bridge and Covenant House.
There are a few large teen centers my mom supports and has supported for many years- they started as orphanages and now are offereing services to families at risk.
Every local jurisdiction has its juvenile services which contract with multiple agencies. A CHINS, Child in Need of Services can be filed if the teen is at risk of hurting self or others; I have had to file these in the course of my former work.
Every community has its own array of services. You can check the yellow pages under social services to see what is available. Teens in need of reaching out can try online by going to United Way and plugging in their zip code.
How can you help- support these organizations by volunteering as a mentor and financially supporting them.
Good luck.
2007-01-22 15:45:19 · answer #3 · answered by CYP450 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Call the Dr Phil show and tell them your problem and see what they can do
2007-01-22 18:18:01 · answer #4 · answered by Sarah D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not a day treatment night watch program i tell you that much.
2007-01-23 10:30:17 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋