This week, do not fix your teen. Fix the they are playing on. Prepare the calm, the structure, and the support.

. If you're dealing with defiance, rule-breaking, or risky behavior, traditional "tough love" often backfires because it feeds the power struggle.

Dr. Sarah Vance | Family Resilience Coach

Write down one small win per day (e.g., "He said 'okay' instead of 'shut up'").

If you are looking for advice on in a real-world context, experts typically recommend the following supportive strategies: Positive Intervention Strategies

No criticism. Only demonstration and praise for effort.