Teen problems are on the rise. If you think that being a teenager today is the same as when you were in your shoes, you are probably wrong. Now, hear yourself say how strict and tough life was when you were young. But, you must realize that today’s teens face huge and life-threatening decisions almost every day. What they face has a lot to do with where they grow up. However, don’t be fooled into thinking that your child is safe.

In the normal course of your teen’s day, he or she may face any of these things; one or more of them.

Drugs Do you think drugs are as simple as they used to be? Are not. Kids today don’t just smoke easy stuff. They like crack or other strong and deadly drugs.

Sex. They are not only exposed to it on television, but are encouraged by others. They may be engaging in sexual acts that you have never heard of. They may also be doing it without protection. At school, after school, on the drive home, there are many opportunities that you may not realize. Teenage girls get pregnant and have babies.

Violence. Today’s teenage problems often revolve around violence. Come friends with guns at school or after school. They witness great fights. They hear threats. They see anger and face it on a daily basis.

Depression. With all they see and do, teens face depression today at an alarming rate compared to just a decade ago. Depression is not something that just goes away, it can cause harm and threaten their lives.

Driving. Teenagers drive drunk. Teens drive under the influence of drugs. Teens get into cars that others drive under the influence. Teens can be responsible drivers too, but they share the road with those who are not.

Teen problems at a lower level can be just as deadly. They face lies, cheating, emotional trauma, learning disabilities, and divorce. All of these things that a child will face on a daily basis in some cases. In those cases, it’s no wonder they have low self-esteem, high dropout rates, and some of the students collapse under pressure. Teen problems must be addressed and noticed first by their parents.