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"I hate you!" From your teenage son.

When a teenage boy becomes angry, they’re usually misunderstood. They themselves might not even know why they’re angry or where it’s coming from. It can be confusing for everyone.

I think a lot of people think anger isn’t normal or shouldn’t be tolerated. But I think the opposite is true. Being patient and empathetic of another person’s emotions can be more effective. And when it comes to parenting a teen boy who is angry can be a very big challenge. It can be scary or upsetting, create a lot of tension at home and it may feel as though there are no answers. Giving up feels like the only thing to do. But there are answers and things a parent can do to make the situation better….

First, have you ever asked or thought about why he might be mad? His anger can stem from anywhere….

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  • It can come from dad yelling at him
  • Mom telling him he does things half ass
  • Blamed for things he hasn’t done
  • Has an absent father or mother
  • He’s being bullied
  • Insecure about weight or acne
  • Or his anger might stem from his past, such as passive or active traumatic events

There can be a lot of reasons your son is angry. But, if a parent can understand and manage the anger, set boundaries, or even embrace it, directing the emotions in a positive way, I think there will be less anger from your teen.

Melanie Moore, Ph.D., a psychologist, who works with teens, writes in the article, Violent Media is Good for Kids, says .....

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