Being a parent is hard, and when your child is having problems, it can feel like you’re sailing through rough water. It’s not easy to find a balance between the need for rules and discipline and the need to teach compassion and understanding. However, finding that balance is essential to ensure your teen has the […]
From Rebellion to Recovery: Helping Troubled Teens Thrive
Parenting is full of ups and downs, with the lowest downs occurring when your teen is struggling with challenging emotions and behaviors. Often, these times make you feel like you don’t know how to help your child. However, standing strong, providing consistent care, and building a strong network of resources can help you remain focused […]
Coping with Teen Anger: A Parent’s Roadmap to Calm
The process of parenting teenagers may be a difficult one, often leaving parents feeling bewildered and frustrated. At the same time, teenagers have a roller coaster of feelings and experiences that can leave them feeling irritated, confused, and detached from the world around them. When the two combine, it can be challenging to forge a […]
Building a Bridge to Adulthood: Life Skills Taught at Liahona Boys Academy
Are you looking to build a bridge to adulthood and learn essential life skills for teens? Look no further than Liahona Boys Academy. At Liahona, we teach you the communication skills, problem-solving abilities, personal finance management, and time management techniques you need for success. Our program focuses on active learning, empowering you to take charge […]
Emotional and Behavioral Support For Teens in Crisis
For teens in crisis, an emotionally supportive environment beyond what a traditional school system can provide is crucial for academic and behavioral success. Liahona Boys Academy is a therapeutic residential boarding school that is structured to support teenage boys who are struggling to thrive emotionally and academically at home and in traditional school settings. At […]
Understanding ADHD in Teens: Strategies For Parents
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can make it hard for both teens and their parents to handle certain situations, especially when there are other troubling behaviors at play. However, there are ways to manage the diagnosis more effectively. In addition, support can be found through our Liahona Academy team, which offers a proven program that […]
Helping Troubled Teens Overcome Substance Abuse
Parenting isn’t always easy, and one of the hardest things for many parents is helping their teen deal with a drinking problem. Teenage years are a time of growth, figuring out who you are, and trying new things, but when drinking becomes a problem, it can lead to issues that quickly become too much to […]
Adolescent Sexuality: A Guide for Parents of Troubled Teens
It can be challenging and uncomfortable for both parents and teens to talk about sexuality. But in the modern world, where information is easy to find, and views about sex are ever-changing, it’s more important than ever to talk openly and honestly. This blog will provide you with tips for talking to your teen in […]
Navigating Troubled Waters: How Liahona Boys Academy Supports Teens in Crisis
The journey through adolescence can be a tumultuous one, particularly for teenagers facing emotional and behavioral challenges. In such troubled waters, finding the right support and guidance can make all the difference. Teens in crisis need help quickly before things start to get worse. Enter Liahona Boys Academy, a place dedicated to helping teens in […]
Addressing Teen Sex Education: Navigating a Delicate Conversation
Parenting is a long road full of difficult conversations for both you and your teens. Perhaps the most challenging discussion of all is one about sex education, especially since today’s kids seem to be learning about sex at much younger ages than ever before. In fact, by the time you gain the courage to talk […]