Common Discipline Problems of
Teenagers and How to Solve Them

Help! It is no fun struggling with a teen. Every thing you say and do is important during this time. Sometimes what you don’t say and do is just as important as what you do say and do. So how can you be sure you are giving the best guidance to your teen at this important time? Count on the wisdom of experts! This Parent Guide will provide you with specific strategies for dealing with a variety of common discipline problems of teens and consequences (punishments) that really work.

Teens traditionally push the limits with their parents. But, problems of teen discipline seem worse today than ever before. If you are like most parents, you need help with teens who are sometimes disrespectful and talk back; who won’t do chores or homework; who use inappropriate language; who are rude and defiant; who challenge family rules; who lie and more. You may also be concerned about sex, drugs, cigarettes, and alcohol. Your children are driving now, too, and you are naturally concerned about their safety. But how do you maintain your authority at a time when your child is becoming more independent? This Parent Guide provides you guidelines for setting limits and real-life accounts of what works for parents of well-behaved kids. It also provides resources for finding help if your teen is out of control.