My son is 17 years and should write 11th class final exams in feb 2024. He is addicted to mobile & distracted from studies . He roams around with friends till late night. When i get strict , seize his mobile and tell him to study and write exams before getting the mobile back, he black mails me saying he will not write exams, he will discontinue studies, go work and earn etc. what is the solution?
Ans: It's important to understand that how is he faring in his studies.All of a sudden if you reduce he might not be able to adhere to it. But a gradual decrease in any behaviour is recommended. This way you will also not feel disheartened and even he will be able to do with out it for short intervals. He can be praised for the amount of efforts he takes to be without the mobile and doing his studies. Regular praises can act as a reinforcement to increase the probability of right behaviours.