There’s no feeling more desperate than watching your child spin out of control.

Imagine a plane in a downward spiral. The pilot can’t seem to pull out of the steep descent and the co-pilot can’t stop the chaos either. They’re both assuming it’s all over, lights out, see ya.

Well, in your family, your teen is the pilot, responsible for controlling his or her life. And you, Mom or Dad, are the co-pilot. But in this scenario, sometimes you feel completely helpless. Your kid is accelerating toward earth and a disaster is only moments away.

If you’re in that tailspin right now, don’t sit there and watch the crash happen. Act on your instincts!

Ask for help. And stop at nothing until you find answers that’ll avert a devastating crash and get your family flying in clear skies once again.

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