Behavior Camps for Troubled Teens

By Curtis Reed

Behavior camps are therapeutic environments for troubled teens that have emotional and behavioral problems. Behavior camps are alternatives to an juvenile boot camps and court ordered detention programs. 

Through private behavior camps parents can enroll their troubled teens in into programs with the idea of restoring their lives. Behavior camps provide structure by encouraging responsibility and accountability through discipline. Privately owned behavior camps are managed by professional staff who specializes in emotional intelligence training, therapy, and life coaching.

The age range for most troubled teens who attend behavior camps is between 10 and 18. Troubled teens are enrolled into behavior camps by their parents. Behavior camps are referred and recommended by a family doctors, social workers, guidance counselors, or school psychologists when these professionals believe the child will benefit from a structured environment.

Choosing Behavior Camps for Troubled Teens - Boys and Girls

The child must show signs of rebellion or lack of commitment to school or at home. This includes truancy, violent tendencies, verbal abuse and running away. When parents have exhausted all other options (individual and group therapy, outpatient programs, drug and alcohol counseling) behavior camps for troubled teens is a good answer to the problematic issues of a defiant teenager.

With so many options available to parents choosing the right behavior camp or program for teenagers one of the hardest decisions a parent can make. How does a parent know which program works?  Do any of them work?  We suggest you call the Family Advocates of MasterNet.  We can help you assess your situation and refer you to the best possible behavior camp option.