Does your teen seem uninterested in school, unwilling to take responsibility or content to spend the day doing nothing? Before you label them lazy, consider what might be happening beneath the surface. Mark and Wayne explore the reasons teens lose motivation, including emotional overwhelm, depression, substance use and family conflict. Mark shares ways to identify the underlying issues, establish appropriate expectations and help teens develop the internal drive they need to move forward. You'll also hear from a Heartlight teen who shares how family struggles, declining grades, depression and substance use contributed to his downward spiral — and what has helped him begin making positive changes. Tune in to discover how to move beyond nagging and frustration to help your teen take responsibility, regain a sense of purpose and become more engaged in life.
Chances are your teen has motivations — they just may not be the same as yours! In this article, you learn what really motivates your teen and how to move them toward productivity: bit.ly/5-things-to-know-about-your-unmotivated-teen