Troubled Children?

Question

what do people consider a troubled child to be nowadays? a teenager that does drugs? drinks a lot and parties?...or someone who is shy and secretive? why do people think that they are troubled and not just enjoying themselves?

Answer 1

Unfortunately teenagers are labelled trouble if they act in a way not suitable/acceptable to the adult world. Too often they are judged simply because an adult misunderstands or misinterprets an action or word. None of us are without sin and so perhaps having an open-mind as opposed to "I am the adult and I know best" thinking, would alleviate grief for everyone.

Human behaviour is very individual and I am all for each of us following our desires, doing what we ~ not society ~ wish to do with our lives, provided we are not hurting ourselves or anyone else.

Different is good, not something to frown upon because it might not fit into someone else's ideology.

Answer 2

there are so many types of troubled young people today. One of the rising problems in today is eating disorders. and not only in girls. many young men, particularly those involved in sports. I have known at least three teen boys who have struggled with either bulimia of anorexia. Another is cutting, again many many teens today feel that physical pain will help relieve the emotional turmoil they are experiencing. That leads to the next issue; depression. More and more teens, adults and even children are experiencing this condition. I think that a teen who drinks smokes and "has a good time" is really fairly normal. A shy teen is also not really a problem, to an extent. There are cases when shyness is caused by some deeper issue, but mostly you just have a quiet individual on your hands. Many partying teens are mistaken for having "issues" when they are just enjoying themselves, but cutting, eating disorders and depression are anything but a pleasant pastime.

Answer 3

I despise labelling anyone, which is what calling children 'troubled children' is. It's a supposedly polite or politically correct way of saying someone is a problem, or worse, is mentally ill. It's labelling all the same, and blaming a group of people, in this case young adults.
Do we have 'troubled adults'? Yes, we do. Do we hear much about that? No. It seems to be those adults that go on about 'troubled children' the most.
There's a wide spectrum of behaviour, from being outgoing to shy, and it is all within 'normal'. It is only when someone's behaviour is exceptional, that is extreme that it could be considered, 'abnormal', and grounds for concern. Though, I certainly wouldn't recommend doing drugs, from my own experience. Experimenting with life, and discovering who you are, what you like, who you like, is part of growing up. It's finding your identity.

Answer 4

Normally people describe a "troubled" child as one who has emotional, psychological problems as a result of something that has happened to that child, and a form of anti-social behaviour results. However when you talk in the plural, it could be adults lacking patience with general bad behaviour that can be mildly irritating ,to very threatening and dangerous.Often caused by drugs or alcohol, which can result in anti-social extremes of bad behaviour...shy, secretive behaviour is not threatening, so nobody minds that in fact that is the most normal phase most teenagers go through, its part of growing up. Unlike the awful results brought about by binge drinking , violent hooligan gangs who seem to glory in mindless violence for the sake of it. Drugs are extremely addictive,rots you brain as does drink, and leads to the person wanting more and more and eventually can turn a normal person into criminal activity, to get money to feed a habit they can no longer control.It can also lead to getting involved in prostitution ! Enjoying oneself to excess all the time is self indulgent and a form of GLUTTONY, and that is SIN. And the wages of sin is DEATH.

Answer 5

There are a plethora of behaviors that would make me (as a teacher) to consider a child "troubled". Just being shy, secretive, or curious about drugs doesn't make them "troubled." THere are environmental reasons, experiences, and so many situations. You have to be around a child alot to know when they are truly in trouble.

Answer 6

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Answer 7

I not a professional in this matter but do have quite a bit of experiences in handling kids and so far acceptable. There is no single answer to all, it depend upon individually,some require soft and some strict approaches. The most important part is to understands the character and what they missed or believe in.Then we guide them the way we think it should.

Answer 8

Troubled children (of all ages) have behavioral problems. These problems are in the areas of, but not limited to, ATTITUDE, SUBSTANCE ABUSE, RUNNING AWAY AND CURFEW.
Teens are abusing prescription (Rx) and Over The Counter (OTC) drugs in an effort to get high—the same kind of high obtained from illegal street drugs like marijuana or cocaine.

There’s a difference between a normal, rebellious teen, and a teen who’s rapidly spiraling out of control. The effects on the child/teen and the family can be devastating.

Here are troubled children issues:

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Adolescent Problems

Three Springs is a leader in dealing with the serious adolescent problems your child faces. We’ve helped thousands of children and their families discover lasting solutions since 1985. Click on any of the issues below to find out how our unique treatment programs can help your child and his or her individual issues:

Adolescent Depression

Many teenage behavior problems mask depression. Even mild depression can lead to self-abusive behavior. We work closely with each child to address his or her personal issues and find the optimal treatment.

Behavioral Problems

Behavioral problems can be outward symptoms of greater struggles your child is dealing with. Our individualized approach focuses on your child's specific behavior problems with the goal of promoting lasting changes.

Drug and Alcohol Issues


We recognize the seriousness of teenage drug or alcohol use. We also know that it is important to look past the usage and focus on the cause. All of our programs have extensive group work around drug and alcohol abuse.

ADD/ADHD

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can have a profound impact on a child’s behavior. The extent to which these conditions affect a child with an ADD or ADHD diagnosis will vary; therefore, we customize the therapeutic program for each child to meet his or her needs.

Oppositional Defiant Disorder

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is a clinical diagnosis that describes many of the teens attending Three Springs. Many children use their defiance to show a lack of respect for family or any kind of authority. We work with your teen to look past the diagnosis and focus on the behavior problems themselves.

At Risk Youth

When a teen engages in dangerous behavior (for example, substance abuse or sexual promiscuity), these acts are usually warning signs of larger problems. Three Springs' programs work to overcome the negative feelings and unconstructive actions of at-risk youth to achieve long-lasting results.

Sexual Promiscuity

Children who begin sexually acting out are often using this behavior to mask other serious issues. The key to understanding sexual promiscuity is to look underneath the behavior and try to understand the root cause.

Self-Injurious Behavior

If your child is harming himself or herself (for example, by cutting or burning the skin), it's important to act quickly. Self injurious behavior is a growing trend among teens and can be a warning sign of larger problems.

Juvenile Delinquency

While most teens misbehave to a certain degree, there are clear signs that the level and severity of your child's juvenile delinquency may require professional help. Residential treatment can offer a solution and stop behaviors before they become more serious.

Answer 9

Enjoying yourself is fine just remember you will have consequences for your actions, now and in front of Christ later

Answer 10

having fun is one thing, losing yourself to drugs and alcohol is entirely different ;)