Reply To: Going off the Derech

anna-d-I did contact MASK, and we have spoken with someone in our neighborhood, as well as a Rav. I’m glad things are better for you, keep me posted with any advice/ideas.

BTGuy- it’s good that you have the awareness and sensitivity to help such kids. Do you find that you are able to give them enough to hold them over until they become adults and can find their own way? Do they succeed?

I have a question for anyone who might have a good answer. What do you do if you suspect that your teen is lying to you/hiding something? Let’s say you questioned them, and they deny anything. Do you let it go? I was advised to believe my child no matter what, even if I think they are lying. Any opinions?