Placing Troubled Teens in Boot Camps
By Curtis Reed
If considering placing toubled teens in boot camps, you may have reached your last nerve. Do not worry, there are many options and solutions available to you. However, it is necessary to understand the advantages and disadvantages of placing your teen in such a structured environment. You may find that this is not the correct solution for you or your teen.
The Pros of Boot Camps
The best advantage of placing troubled teens in boot camps is the knowledge of discipline. Your teen will learn self-control, respect for authority, and responsibility. The intense foundation will help some teens and they will benefit the reward of discipline. Most teens who successfully pass through these programs are those involved in illegal activity without the hopes of substantial intervention. It can also be advantageous extremely defiant teens who have tried and failed other programs.
The Cons of Boot Camps
Troubled teens in boot camps will not expect a therapeutic environment, nor will they utilize peaceful intervention. Boot camps are not designed to help with emotional problems that are cause by underlying issues. Due to the stress of these programs, it is not recommended to place troubled teens with severe emotional or neurological issues. This may include, depresson, epilepsy, learning disorders, etc. Boot camps are not for everyone and if you have not tried utilizing other opportunities for your teen, please reconsider.