The Blog of P.U.R.E. and Sue Scheff

Just when you think you know it all, enjoying your time with your baby, that turns to a toddler, that becomes a little girl/boy – then the teen thing can hit when you least expect it!  How do I know, because it happened to me!  I was at my wit’s end when I struggled through a bumpy time with my daughter.  Thankfully, that was almost a decade ago, but some things don’t change – and that is teenagers! If you have discovered your teen is escalating out of control and you need to find outside help, take the time to do your research and find the best program/school for them.  The teen help industry is a “ big business ” and if you are not careful, you could get stung. I have compiled a list of tips when looking at different options.  My book, Wit’s End , can offer much more.  Also visit my website – www.helpyourteens.com for more instant information. 1. Can I speak with the program’s owner, director or therapist? Avoid desperate salespeop...