To learn to deal with stress, a child needs to develop an inner watchdog that can recognize when emotions, duties and responsibilities could or...

Here is a list of problems that could indicate drug use. Be careful not to automatically assume, however, that drugs are the problem. Children,...

One of the most common battles between kids and their parents centers around messy rooms. What may start as a simple request for hygiene...

I have a 15 year old son who thinks he can do what he wants whenever he wants. He is a sophomore in high...

First, the bad news -- no matter how much you threaten, tempt, cajole and beg, you will never succeed in motivating your teenager to...

It had been a long night and a long party. Jim's parents were out of town so he invited all his friends over. The...

My 14-year-old son gets angry very easily and cannot control his temper. He is very defensive. Every time we bring up his behavior, he...

Many kids start using drugs in their early teens. How tempted will your child be?...

Struggles between parents and teens over getting organized are common -- but altogether unnecessary. Organizing together is a rare opportunity to learn how your teen...