Harmful Behaviors
The Big behaviors I see or hear about often…
- Self-Mutilation: Cutting, burning, etc.
o Cutting & Burning were the highest Harmful Behavior in Teens in Youth Group in Washington County in 2009 (right at 30% of “churched” teens)
- Disorders: Eating, OCD, Bipolar, Depression, etc.
o Don’t over react but get professional help… See Resources: Phone Numbers
- Suicide
o QPR Training (Don’t be afraid to ask… You’re not bringing it into their mind)
§ Question… the person about suicide
§ Persuade… the person to get help
§ Refer… the person to the appropriate resource
*Also Drugs & Sex are very harmful behaviors used to cope…covered previously
The Big questions Teens & Tweens ask…
- Who am I??
- I don’t like who I am…I need to fit in!!
- What does this all mean…where can I get answers??
What can we do… www.parenting.org
- Don’t…
o React with anger.
o Go into denial about the problem.
o Assume this is a "phase" your teen will outgrow.
o Say "What did I do wrong as a mother (father) for you to do this to yourself."
o Ask "Why are you doing this to yourself?"
- Do…
o Admit you and your child needs help.
o LISTEN!!!
o Take problems very seriously. (Cutting: is not just attention-seeking behavior)
o Be completely supportive.
o Discuss and seek out treatment for you and your child
Here's a couple websites that are helpful for Teens:
Feeling crazy!? Here's a couple movies that will give you a glimpse into their world:
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