Signs of a Troubled Teen

Difficulty at Home

  •  Loss of interests in family activities
  • Disrespects family rules
  • Withdraws from responsibilities
  • Is verbally or physically abusive
  • Does not share whereabouts
  • Disregards curfew
  • You find items such as small glass vials, plastic baggies, remnants of drugs or roach clips
  • Items are missing from your home
  • Your teen is asking for extra money or has more money then you think they should

Difficulty with School

  • Refuses to go to or regularly skipping school
  • Learning Disabilities, ADHD, Developmental Disabilities
  • Significant changes in school performance
  • Social problems or changes in peer group
  • Refuses to complete homework
  • Perfectionism, inflexibility or low self esteem
  • Has a negative attitude towards sports or other extracurricular activities

Depression and Anxiety

  • Dramatic mood swings
  • Is overly tired or hyperactive
  • Over reacts to criticism
  • Acts paranoid or confused
  • Rationalizing or blaming others
  • Has extreme fears or obsessions

Destructive Behavior

  • Acts rebellious, is negative or argumentative
  • Inappropriate sexual activity
  • Self mutilating behavior
  • Violent temper tantrums or fighting
  • Hurting animals or setting fires
  • Fascination with weapons
  • Run ins with the law