When Did I Go Wrong? Undercovering Root Issues In Troubled Teens

When a family finally realizes their troubled teen’s issues have reached a crisis point, the first question they may ask is, ‘when did I go wrong?’ There are feelings of guilt as they wonder why they didn’t see the signs or how they missed something that was happening right under their nose. Many times young adults feel shame or embarrassment and don’t know how to discuss what may be happening. They often turn to alcohol × Alcohol
al·co·hol n.noun a colorless volatile flammable liquid that is the intoxicating constituent of wine, beer, spirits, and other drinks, and is also used as an industrial solvent and as fuel. When ingested, alcohol can be a deadly intoxicant. Teens and adults alike are more prone to make fateful and negative choices while drinking alcohol. A deadly intoxicant, alcohol has destroyed and ripped apart the lives of millions and yet, remains to be the drug of choice of troubled teens nationwide. Teenage minds are not yet able to fully appreciate the dangers that coincide with drinking. When drunk, teenagers commit and act out heinous activities which they would normally never commit or act out. Teenage pregnancy, driving under the influence, fighting and other consequences are more likely to occur while teens drink. Parents of teenage boys or girls who drink occasionally or struggle with the addiction of alcohol, need to seek immediate treatment for their son or daughter.
 abuse × Abuse
Abuse /a·buse/ Abuse is defined as the improper usage or treatment of an entity, often to unfairly or improperly gain benefit. Abuse can come in many forms, such as physical or verbal maltreatment, injury, assault, violation, rape, unjust practices: crimes or other types of aggression. Abuse is a negative and real threat that many people face. Child abuse is a problem that is continually occurring. The main types of child abuse are physical abuse, sexual abuse, and neglecting. When these types of abuse occur in a home, they often go unnoticed. The stress and fear of the abuse will usually cause the victim to remain quite about the problem. It is a difficult problem to find out and assess, but there are solutions. It is important that people are aware of signs of abuse. They may include unexplained injuries, changes in behavior, fear of going home, changes in eating and sleeping and lack of personal care or hygiene.
, drug abuse, or act out with bad behavior. The realization that something has happened and needs to be addressed is the first step. It is important to work with professional counselors as a family to work through root issues. They can guide you through the process of healing and bring your family closer together.

Zion Educational Systems’ Family Advocates know how difficult it may be to address past issues in your teen’s life. If your family is in crisis, please call for help. Family Advocates are available anytime at 866-471-8579.

The Past Is Not As Important As The Future

No matter what has happened in the past, compassionate counselors can help your young adult × Young Adult
n. noun Merriam-Webster dictionary provides two definitions of the term young adult: 1. a teenager (used especially by publishers and librarians). 2. a person in the early years of adulthood. The term ' young adult' referrs to a confusing and often times, turbulent and chaotic time in a young man or woman's life. The ages of 17 - 26, are a time of finding oneself in a struggle to carve out a lifestyle of one's choosing. It is no wonder that many young men and women struggle with this time and need outside assistance in order to live a healthy and productive lifestyle. Young adults who are troubled, can find solace from various transitional living programs for troubled young adults. Programs such as residential treatment, Independent living programs and rehabilitation programs, are all viable options for troubled young men and women.
heal and move forward. Usually when root issues are uncovered other environmental or behavioral problems surface as a result. Getting to the root of the issue is usually just the beginning and will be a process. It is vital to seek professional help so that communication and healing can begin. It is never too late to work on a successful future. The present is where you are today, and that is where we can focus. A bright future is where we can take you.

Zion Educational Systems has helped families work through past issues and create a new, positive future. Healing is possible with compassionate, professional help. Call 866-471-8579 for more information on how you family can be freed from the past and move forward.