4 Troubled Teens Blog

For many working parents, a child's teenage years are just as stressful, if not more so, than the infant and toddler years. Teens that are left home alone and unsupervised are far more likely to get into trouble. In fact, recent studies have shown that half of all crimes committed by teens happen during the day - not at night.

"Quality after-school programs at high schools or in the community are viewed as the best way to decrease teen crime, increase safety and reduce teen pregnancy. Some of the better programs teach job skills and community service. Yet, middle and high school students now experience the greatest unmet need for after-school programs."

Read more at MiamiHerald.com.

Learn more about juvenile delinquents and parental liability at About-Juvenile-Deliquents.com.

Labels: stress, juvenile crime, delinquents

Posted By: Aspen Education Group