An adolescent is an emerging adult.

• Each will develop differently and at a different pace, but they are all between here and there.
• There can not be a “one size fits all” program, adult attitude or counseling method.
• They move back and forth between adult and child; frequently and sometimes suddenly.
• Be prepared to react to wherever they are at the moment, not what they were last week, or what they “should” be.
• Don't be harsh or belittling if they are being childish nor expect too much if they are being “too mature” they are what they are – at that moment