Parenting is a rollercoaster ride--you'll go up, then down, then up and down again. Sometimes it's fun, and sometimes it's frustrating. Okay, MOST of the time it's frustrating.
Perhaps the most difficult stage of all is when your child hits puberty, because that's when he or she is old enough and smart enough to argue with you and challenge your authority. If you don't argue the right way, you could end up facing anger management issues in your teen. They were hard enough to deal with when they were a toddler, but now that they're just as tall as you--or maybe even taller, their anger can be downright frightening, and you need some serious thought into how you can manage the situation effectively.
Unreleased anger and pent-up rage can lead to anxiety and even depression when not handled correctly. As a parent, your first step to helping your child is to acknowledge that he or she may have anger issues. Once you recognize his or her anger, you may better discern how to keep your teen and their emotions under control. Here are some tips to try, courtesy of your Royal Oak, MI counseling professionals. Read more on this article: http://bit.ly/2h4wD1I
