ONE OF THE MANY SOURCES OF ADOLESCENT FRUSTRATION
(from the Second Edition of Peace: The Other Side of Anger)
The frustration caused by unmet emotional needs is a real sore spot for teens. When desires for recognition, belonging, freedom, security, and safety aren’t met, they often react strongly. To understand more about this source of anger, you must:
- Define the requirement for meeting these needs
- Note what happens when they aren’t met
- Discover how to handle a youngster’s reaction