Q: How Do I Handle My Teen’s Acts of Daily Defiance and Disrespect?

If your teen makes a rude remark, that's fairly typical teenage defiance. If she spits in your face, that's less typical — and may require help from a professional therapist. Here's how parents can tell the difference between regular mood swings and dangerous behavior, and learn how to smooth some of the everyday disagreements that stem from out-of-control teenage hormones.