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Positive Steps for Families in Crisis and Those Heading That Way

Resources for parents and teens

More of this Feature •Introduction •Definitions •Correct Diagnosis •Professional Involvement •Maintaining Records •Contingency Plans •Resources

Related Resources •Past Crisis: Disruption •Discipline/Behaviors in Stepfamilies •Early Intervention •Respite Care •Support Groups •Therapeutic Foster Care

In addition to the resources listed in the sidebar:

Boys Town USA
Provides support to troubled children and families in crisis. Offers program details including classroom management and crisis hotlines. Has a crisis and suicide hotline for parents and kids: 800-448-3000.

Health Information Resource
Objective help in choosing between residential treatment programs.

How To Know When Your Family's In Crisis
A helpful article from WebMD

When to Hold and When to Fold
Dr. Nancy Spoolstra tells her personal story of parenting challenging children. Excellent insight into a family setting.

See also: Book selections for parents facing extraordinary challenges.

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