When Teens Abuse Parents

[practical]

Thought this article from NPR and the Facebook group mentioned therein might be helpful for some:
https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2019/11/29/777295848/when-teens-abuse-parents-shame-and-secrecy-make-it-hard-to-seek-help

[momnthefog]

Practical,

Thank you for sharing this.  I completely get the emotions of the parents...fear and shame....and not knowing where to turn to.

I find it interesting that in several cases attachment disorder is mentioned.

It's really a very sad state many parents find themselves in.   And sadder yet is the lack of resources available. 

momnthefog

[Emmy]

Thank you for sharing this article, as parent I can relate so much, although I must say that in Australia, where I live, the interventions were quite quick and helpful to keep our family safe.
I am quite open about my son, the issues and the abuse we as a family have suffered from, and that has been very helpful in finding the right support.
Since having experienced the arrival of police cars at my home on several occasions I am completely over the shame....