FASD – early adolescence 13-17 (life’s challenges)
SEXUALITY
- hormones are probably working fine
- problems frequently emerge because of lack of boundaries, lack of impulse control, inability to link behaviour and consequences, need for acceptance, social isolation
- often leads to sexual activity with predictable consequences eg. STD’s, pregnancy, exploitation, easy victimization
DRUGS AND ALCOHOL
- often exploited by older teens & adults
- substance abuse treatment is generally more difficult, refuses help and more relapses
SCHOOL, JOB, DAILY LIFE
- school frequently causes extreme stress
- employment is hard to find and keep
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Taming a Toddler
Many parents wonder what hit them when their sweet little baby turns into an unreasonable toddler – ideas for dealing with mealtime, bedtime, temper tanturms, toilet training, noncompliance, etc.
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2720 Rath Street, Putnam, Ontario
NOL 2BO
Phone: (519) 485-4678
Fax: (519) 485-0281
Email:
info@rickharper.ca
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Parents' Comments
“Our daughter was the joy of our life until she turned 13, then all hell broke loose. Rick helped us understand what was happening to her and we made some adjustments that helped us get through it. She’s now in University and doing well.”
(D.A. – St. Thomas)
