“What should I do if my teen gets in with the wrong crowd?”

Moms and dads expect me to answer that question with advice like, “take your son out of public school” or “limit his social interaction.” But no amount of overprotection can shield your son from every negative influence. So what should you do instead?

Try talking with your teen about bad behaviors before they come an issue. Create boundaries, and talk him through the “how’s” and “why’s” behind these boundaries. Then he’ll be more likely to resist the dangerous behaviors when others engage in them.

Plus, maybe God has placed the “wrong crowd” in your son’s life for a reason. Take it as an opportunity to show love to a kid who needs one!

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