Can Military School Help A Troubled Teen?
Teenagers act out in defiant ways for a variety of reasons. Sometimes these reasons remain hidden from parents. For example, a teenager with an undiagnosed learning disability, such as dyslexia, may have been struggling in school since kindergarten. By the time she reaches high school, she has a long history of failure and bad grades. This teen is at risk for becoming a school dropout, and at above-average risk for alcoholism and drug addiction. Other teens have underlying issues that require prescription drugs and medical intervention. A teen with undiagnosed bipolar disorder may appear angry and moody – with the right drugs and treatment, she can become calmer and more in control. Another teen may have Attention Deficit Disorder that causes him to be overly impulsive, hyperactive, and unable to focus on his work. Drugs and behavioral therapy can help him achieve in school and behave more appropriately. He may also benefit from specialized educational interventions specifically design
