Can a teen get kicked out?
In extreme cases and usually if they are not a match for any of our Schools or for continual endangerment to themselves or others. Or, parents not supporting the Program. Typically a teen may speak with their parents at phase three which could be anywhere from three months on. It is usually the same for seeing the parent. The Program is results based, however, three months is probably the average time for either.Substance abuse can lead to serious problems such as poor schoolwork, loss of friends, problems at home, and lasting legal problems.
How do I nominate a teen for the YLT?
First you need to download the nomination form. If you have any trouble downloading or opening the form, please call Michael Rosst at 202.478.8507 and he will mail or fax you a copy. As the nominator, you must fill out section A and have the nominee and their parent or guardian complete sections B, C, and D. All parts of the application should be submitted together via fax, email or mail by August 3, 2007.Even though many teens try alcohol or drugs, using these substances is neither safe nor legal. Some teens experiment with drugs or alcohol only a few times, but experimentation can become substance abuse and lead to serious problems, such as poor school performance, loss of friends, problems at home, and even lasting legal consequences.If your teen is using alcohol, tobacco, or drugs, take it seriously.
I am a teen, what can I do?
The best thing to do is to talk to a teacher or your local public or school librarian. Ask them if they have anything planned for Teen Read Week and let them know you are interested in helping out. If your teacher or librarian does not have anything planned or has never heard of Teen Read Week, show them this web site and help them get started! Also, don't forget to vote for the Teens' Top Ten and for next year's Teen Read Week theme!First you need to download the nomination form. If you have any trouble downloading or opening the form, please call Michael Rosst at 202.
Can teen substance abuse be prevented?
Talking openly and honestly with your teen and keeping a healthy home life may prevent your teen from trying alcohol and drugs. Talk to your child early about what you expect in his or her behavior toward alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs. If your teen thinks that you will allow substance use, he or she is more likely to try drugs or alcohol. Expect your teen to follow the household rules. Set reasonable penalties for bad behavior, and consistently carry them out. Know your child's friends.Simply put, the professional staff at Ironwood have years of experience with troubled teen programs and know what they are doing. They are highly skilled in mentoring and providing therapeutic interventions at critical emotional and behavioral junctures.
What are the teen pregnancy rates in my state?
Our State Information section is an interactive way to find information about teen pregnancy, teen sexual behavior, and prevention programs state by state.First you need to download the nomination form. If you have any trouble downloading or opening the form, please call Michael Rosst at 202.478.8507 and he will mail or fax you a copy. As the nominator, you must fill out section A and have the nominee and their parent or guardian complete sections B, C, and D.
Who else will be in the program with my teen?
Typically, Ironwood works with troubled teens between the ages of 13 and 18 and who will most probably benefit from an extended period of treatment within the therapeutic environment of adventure-based counseling and therapy programs. Ironwood works with troubled youth who are typically disengaged from the family and are out of control. some suffer from histories of unmanageable, irresponsible behavior. others have tried previous treatments attempts at change that have failed them.Any use of a substance by your teen should be taken seriously. If you believe your teen is abusing one or more substances, perhaps the most important thing you can do is encourage open communication with him or her. Try to be nonjudgmental and emotionally supportive during this time. In most cases, aggressive confrontation only serves to further isolate the teen from the family. The type of treatment your teen needs depends on his or her level of substance abuse. - 15478
In extreme cases and usually if they are not a match for any of our Schools or for continual endangerment to themselves or others. Or, parents not supporting the Program. Typically a teen may speak with their parents at phase three which could be anywhere from three months on. It is usually the same for seeing the parent. The Program is results based, however, three months is probably the average time for either.Substance abuse can lead to serious problems such as poor schoolwork, loss of friends, problems at home, and lasting legal problems.
How do I nominate a teen for the YLT?
First you need to download the nomination form. If you have any trouble downloading or opening the form, please call Michael Rosst at 202.478.8507 and he will mail or fax you a copy. As the nominator, you must fill out section A and have the nominee and their parent or guardian complete sections B, C, and D. All parts of the application should be submitted together via fax, email or mail by August 3, 2007.Even though many teens try alcohol or drugs, using these substances is neither safe nor legal. Some teens experiment with drugs or alcohol only a few times, but experimentation can become substance abuse and lead to serious problems, such as poor school performance, loss of friends, problems at home, and even lasting legal consequences.If your teen is using alcohol, tobacco, or drugs, take it seriously.
I am a teen, what can I do?
The best thing to do is to talk to a teacher or your local public or school librarian. Ask them if they have anything planned for Teen Read Week and let them know you are interested in helping out. If your teacher or librarian does not have anything planned or has never heard of Teen Read Week, show them this web site and help them get started! Also, don't forget to vote for the Teens' Top Ten and for next year's Teen Read Week theme!First you need to download the nomination form. If you have any trouble downloading or opening the form, please call Michael Rosst at 202.
Can teen substance abuse be prevented?
Talking openly and honestly with your teen and keeping a healthy home life may prevent your teen from trying alcohol and drugs. Talk to your child early about what you expect in his or her behavior toward alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs. If your teen thinks that you will allow substance use, he or she is more likely to try drugs or alcohol. Expect your teen to follow the household rules. Set reasonable penalties for bad behavior, and consistently carry them out. Know your child's friends.Simply put, the professional staff at Ironwood have years of experience with troubled teen programs and know what they are doing. They are highly skilled in mentoring and providing therapeutic interventions at critical emotional and behavioral junctures.
What are the teen pregnancy rates in my state?
Our State Information section is an interactive way to find information about teen pregnancy, teen sexual behavior, and prevention programs state by state.First you need to download the nomination form. If you have any trouble downloading or opening the form, please call Michael Rosst at 202.478.8507 and he will mail or fax you a copy. As the nominator, you must fill out section A and have the nominee and their parent or guardian complete sections B, C, and D.
Who else will be in the program with my teen?
Typically, Ironwood works with troubled teens between the ages of 13 and 18 and who will most probably benefit from an extended period of treatment within the therapeutic environment of adventure-based counseling and therapy programs. Ironwood works with troubled youth who are typically disengaged from the family and are out of control. some suffer from histories of unmanageable, irresponsible behavior. others have tried previous treatments attempts at change that have failed them.Any use of a substance by your teen should be taken seriously. If you believe your teen is abusing one or more substances, perhaps the most important thing you can do is encourage open communication with him or her. Try to be nonjudgmental and emotionally supportive during this time. In most cases, aggressive confrontation only serves to further isolate the teen from the family. The type of treatment your teen needs depends on his or her level of substance abuse. - 15478
