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Help! My step son now lives w/ us.

Posted by: Heather Radcliffe on April 6, 2007 at 2:27PM EST

I am having problems w/ disrespect and bad behavior at school. He has gotten in trouble and even suspended for back talking and disrespecting teachers. I am new to this parent thing. I am 39 and have no children of my own. I don't know what to do anymore we have tried everything. He is 12 and feels entitled to everything and does not feel the need to respect anyone including myself, his father or any other adult. Help!

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Posted by: Sadie on April 11, 2007 11:27AM EST

I feel your frustration. I too have a 13 year old and while life has been pretty simple to this point, I see the defiant teenager starting to show through. I think the teen years can be turbulent for many boys, but it sounds like your stepson is trying to adjust to his new home with a new set of rules. While they seem to want to act all grown up, they are still children and need to have boundaries. Maybe you and your husband could locate a good counselor who could help you through this rough spot. Good luck and continue to be there for you stepson!