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Counseling for Children and Teens

When children are troubled, they generally behave in one of four ways: 

  1. Acting Out: Abusive, violent, disruptive, aggressive, cruel behaviors 

  2. Withdrawal: Fears, depression, refusing to talk, acting younger than their age 

  3. Defensiveness: Lying, cheating, manipulating others, avoiding others 

  4. Disorganization: Out of touch, disconnected thinking or irrational behavior 

It's difficult to know for sure when a child is troubled. Here are a few warning signs to watch for: 

  • Loss of interest in activities and relationships 

  • Trouble sleeping, headaches 

  • Declining performance in schoolwork and/or attendance 

  • Aggressive or hurtful behavior 

  • Suicidal talk or action

  • Resistance in complying with rules 

If your child needs counseling, we can help. To set up an appointment with a licensed professional counselor or psychologist, call LSS Counseling and Family Resources, 1-888-881-8261.

 

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