When my teenage son was caught shoplifting, I was mortified. I thought that he was a happy teen but there were obviously things about him that I did not know. We begged the court for mercy and thankfully we had a judge who was able to see the potential in my son.
He ordered my son to take an online theft class. I had never heard of this but soon found out that the class covers issues such as why people steal, the risks and consequences of stealing, and also how the person who steals can learn how to manage stress and emotions to achieve better impulse control. I liked that it was self paced because I knew my son would not stay focused if he had to sit in one place for an entire class.
He took a stop theft class and learned a lot. I did too. Now, we are able to talk more openly with one another. I have a feeling that he is back on the right track.
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