The growth and transformation that occur during one’s teenage years are immense. As is true with maturing through any stage of development, there are inevitable growing pains. The hormonal shifts, physical changes, social and emotional complexities and newfound need for autonomy can leave any teenager feeling overwhelmed, and react accordingly. The growing pains that often accompany adolescence can span beyond the teen and affect his or her loved ones. Every teenager is different and will navigate his or her adolescence in a nuanced and distinct fashion. The range of behaviors teenagers may exhibit during adolescence will vary drastically, as they will be unique to the individual young person. As teen’s works through finding their place in life, individuating and all else that accompanies adolescence, it is not uncommon for them to become rebellious.
Teenage rebellion can manifest in a variety of ways and last varying lengths of time, depending on the individual. Some examples of teenage rebellion include exhibiting any combination of the following behaviors:
The challenges that accompany the teenage years are unavoidable. Learning tactics to help support your teen during this trying time can make the process significantly easier. Usually teenage rebellion is a phase that passes as a teen matures further into adulthood.
Dealing with a rebellious teenager can be incredibly difficult, emotionally draining, exhausting and sometimes feel impossible. There are, however, several ways to support your teenager ease through this transition and help to make the maturation process easier for everyone involved.
It is important to note, that teenagers do not have fully developed brains. Teenagers innately react from an emotional standpoint, as the prefrontal cortex does not complete its development until age twenty-give, at the earliest. The prefrontal cortex, as described by the University of Rochester Medical Center, is the area of the brain that governs one’s rational thought, impulsivity and decision-making. Teenagers must, instead rely on their amygdala, which is the area of the brain that reigns over one’s emotions, feelings of pleasure, memories and motivation. Hence, although the physical appearance of some teenagers may provide an illusion that teens are fully developed adults, they are not. Bear in mind that teens are developmentally incapable of responding to certain experiences as thoughtfully as an adult.
Seeking help is never easy, but you are not alone! If you or someone you know is in need of mental health treatment, we strongly encourage you to reach out for help as quickly as possible. It is not uncommon for many mental health difficulties to impact a person for the long term. The earlier you seek support, the sooner you and your loved ones can return to happy, healthy and fulfilling lives.
Our admissions team is available to answer any general questions regarding mental health issues, treatment, and/or specific questions about the program at Pacific Teen Treatment and how we might be able to help your family. We can be reached by phone 24/7 at 800-531-5769. You can also contact us via email at info@pacifictrtc.com or through our contact form.
PTT provides treatment for the contemporary issues facing teenagers in today’s world utilizing a family focused and collaborative approach providing individualized care for teens and their families. Licensed by the State of California, Community Care Licensing Division #198209636
At a time when most residential programs are affiliated with large healthcare corporations or backed by private equity, Pacific Teen Treatment is proudly a private, family-owned operation.
