1. Is your son constantly in opposition of basic family rules, core values and expectations, and no matter what rules and consequences are established, do you feel that he will defy them?
   Yes No
2. Has your son ever been suspended, expelled, chronically truant, or had a drop in school grades?
   Yes No
3. Is your son verbally abusive, and do you find yourself picking your words carefully when speaking to him, so as not to elicit a verbal attack or rage from him?
   Yes No
4. Does your son associate with the wrong peer group, engaging in activities you don't approve of?
   Yes No
5. Has your son lost interest in athletics, hobbies or other activities?
   Yes No
6. Do you have difficulty getting your son to do simple household chores or homework?
   Yes No
7. Has your son had problems with the law?
   Yes No
8. Does your son seem depressed/withdrawn?
   Yes No
9. Has your son's appearance and/or personal hygiene changed?
   Yes No
10. Is your son angry or has he ever exhibited violent behavior or temper outbursts?
    Yes No
11. Is your son manipulative and/or deceitful?
    Yes No
12. Do you suspect that your son sometimes lies or is dishonest with you?
    Yes No
13. Are you concerned that your son may be sexually promiscuous or participating in unsafe sexual practices?
    Yes No
14. Does your son demonstrate a lack of motivation or seem to lack self-esteem and self-worth?
    Yes No
15. Has your son ever displayed any evidence of suicide ideation?
    Yes No
16. Do you have a lack of trust with your son?
    Yes No
17. Does your son have problems with authority?
    Yes No
18. Do you think your son is using or experimenting with drugs/alcohol?
    Yes No
19. When dealing with your son, do you often feel that you are powerless?
    Yes No
20. Are you exhausted and worn out from your son's defiant and/or destructive behavior and choices?
    Yes No

Your Score =  

60% or Higher - High Risk!

Get help! A therapeutic boarding school like Bridges Academy is strongly recommended. Call our Admissions department immediately toll-free at (888) 283-7362, Ext.112.

30% - 60% - Borderline Risk!

The problems may be resolved by tightening up family rules and structure. You may also want to seek the advice of an educational consultant, family therapist, adolescent counselor or other professional. However, an emotional growth school, residential treatment center, or outdoor wilderness program may need to be considered.

Under 30% - Moderate Risk!

Tighten up family rules/understandings, be consistent with your monitoring, and follow through.