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QuestionWhat do you say to your mom when you get a bad grade?
Chandler Chang, PhDDr. Chandler Chang is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, the Founder & Owner of Golden Hour Therapy and Therapy Lab, and a Clinical Instructor at the University of Southern California. With nearly 20 years of experience, she specializes in providing evidence-based, science-backed treatments to toddlers, children, teens, families, and adults to target specific mental health problems or cultivate mental wellness. Dr. Chang earned a BA from Princeton University and a PhD in Psychology from The University of Georgia. She completed UCLA's pre-doctoral internship and trained at NYU’s Child Study Center and UGA Regents Center for Learning Disorders.
Licensed Clinical PsychologistApologizing is always a great starting point. Everybody makes mistakes, and being willing to own those mistakes is just great for any relationship. Then, sit with your parents and try to come up with a better plan to improve your grades. Do your best to follow-through and to not see any changes as "punishments". -
QuestionWhat do you do when your parents get mad at you for getting bad grades and you tell them to lower their voices. If they don't calm down, what do you do?
Tasha Rube, LMSWTasha Rube is a Licensed Social Worker based in Kansas City, Kansas. Tasha is affiliated with the Dwight D. Eisenhower VA Medical Center in Leavenworth, Kansas. She received her Masters of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Missouri in 2014.
Licensed Master Social WorkerYour best bet in these situations is to ride out the storm. The more reactive you become to your parents' anger and frustration, the more they are going to react with yelling. Let them burn off steam while you wait patiently. Let them feel and know that you hear them. Then, when you see that their anger has diminished, talk about how you feel in a calm and respectful manner. Offer solutions to the problem and coordinate a plan of action that you both agree to. -
QuestionHow do you get your parents to forgive you after turning in late assignments? My parents take away everything from me and I feel there's no point in living when you are shattered.Tasha Rube, LMSWTasha Rube is a Licensed Social Worker based in Kansas City, Kansas. Tasha is affiliated with the Dwight D. Eisenhower VA Medical Center in Leavenworth, Kansas. She received her Masters of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Missouri in 2014.
Licensed Master Social WorkerYour parents will forgive you in time. Their anger over grades will not last forever. Use the time you have now in being grounded to study and do your homework. Do your best to complete your work in a timely way and turn it in on time. If you continue to feel that life is not worth living, I suggest you seek help from a medical or mental health professional, as you could be experiencing more severe symptoms of depression or other mental health issues. -
QuestionWhat do you do if you fail a class?Tasha Rube, LMSWTasha Rube is a Licensed Social Worker based in Kansas City, Kansas. Tasha is affiliated with the Dwight D. Eisenhower VA Medical Center in Leavenworth, Kansas. She received her Masters of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Missouri in 2014.
Licensed Master Social WorkerTalk to your teacher, your parents, and the school counselor and identify ways to retake the class or some other solution. -
QuestionHow can I make my parents calm down?Tasha Rube, LMSWTasha Rube is a Licensed Social Worker based in Kansas City, Kansas. Tasha is affiliated with the Dwight D. Eisenhower VA Medical Center in Leavenworth, Kansas. She received her Masters of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Missouri in 2014.
Licensed Master Social WorkerLet them to calm down on their own. We cannot make anyone do things they are not ready to do. -
QuestionHow should I show my parents not just one bad grade, but two in two different classes?Tasha Rube, LMSWTasha Rube is a Licensed Social Worker based in Kansas City, Kansas. Tasha is affiliated with the Dwight D. Eisenhower VA Medical Center in Leavenworth, Kansas. She received her Masters of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Missouri in 2014.
Licensed Master Social WorkerI advise that you show them both at once. There's no point in showing one but withholding the other. Get it all over at once, and then work with your parents to develop a plan to succeed. -
QuestionHow can I make my parents not mad about my test?Tasha Rube, LMSWTasha Rube is a Licensed Social Worker based in Kansas City, Kansas. Tasha is affiliated with the Dwight D. Eisenhower VA Medical Center in Leavenworth, Kansas. She received her Masters of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Missouri in 2014.
Licensed Master Social WorkerWe can't make another person feel a certain way about something, just as we can't make someone do something they're not ready to do. Your parents will eventually come around and be more reasonable once they have had time to think things through. -
QuestionWhat do you do if your parents get into a fight?Tasha Rube, LMSWTasha Rube is a Licensed Social Worker based in Kansas City, Kansas. Tasha is affiliated with the Dwight D. Eisenhower VA Medical Center in Leavenworth, Kansas. She received her Masters of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Missouri in 2014.
Licensed Master Social WorkerDo not get involved in a fight that is not your own. If your parents are arguing, then your best interest is to let them argue and resolve the issue on their own. If the argument is something that concerns you or really affects you emotionally, find a time to speak to your parents about how you felt witnessing their argument. If your parents are not responsive to you or your feelings, find a safe person to speak to or a school counselor. -
QuestionWhat if I get distracted really easily?Tasha Rube, LMSWTasha Rube is a Licensed Social Worker based in Kansas City, Kansas. Tasha is affiliated with the Dwight D. Eisenhower VA Medical Center in Leavenworth, Kansas. She received her Masters of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Missouri in 2014.
Licensed Master Social WorkerTalk to someone about your concerns with distraction, especially if this is a problem for you. A school counselor can help you identify ways to focus more easily or offer resources to get you the right kind of help. -
QuestionHow do you get better grades?Tasha Rube, LMSWTasha Rube is a Licensed Social Worker based in Kansas City, Kansas. Tasha is affiliated with the Dwight D. Eisenhower VA Medical Center in Leavenworth, Kansas. She received her Masters of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Missouri in 2014.
Licensed Master Social WorkerApply yourself and study. -
QuestionWhat good excuse can you give your parents when you get a bad grade?Tasha Rube, LMSWTasha Rube is a Licensed Social Worker based in Kansas City, Kansas. Tasha is affiliated with the Dwight D. Eisenhower VA Medical Center in Leavenworth, Kansas. She received her Masters of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Missouri in 2014.
Licensed Master Social WorkerDo not offer excuses. Just tell them the truth. -
QuestionHow can you catch up on late assignments that you don't understand?Tasha Rube, LMSWTasha Rube is a Licensed Social Worker based in Kansas City, Kansas. Tasha is affiliated with the Dwight D. Eisenhower VA Medical Center in Leavenworth, Kansas. She received her Masters of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Missouri in 2014.
Licensed Master Social WorkerYour best bet is to seek help from the teacher who has assigned them to you. This shows the teacher your willingness to work hard and overcome challenges, and chances are they may allow you an extension. If you can't approach the teacher, then seek out help from a school counselor, librarian, or any available tutors. Let your parents know if and when you are struggling with a particular subject. -
QuestionWhat if your parents still don't understand and ground you for the rest of the month?Tasha Rube, LMSWTasha Rube is a Licensed Social Worker based in Kansas City, Kansas. Tasha is affiliated with the Dwight D. Eisenhower VA Medical Center in Leavenworth, Kansas. She received her Masters of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Missouri in 2014.
Licensed Master Social WorkerThey are still your parents, and part of being a parent is to ensure that there are consequences for children's actions. In this case, your best interest is to abide by the grounding and let the month play out. Besides, grounding will allow you to devote more time and focus to your school work, which will help you improve any poor grades. -
QuestionHow do you stop your parents from going to the teacher?Tasha Rube, LMSWTasha Rube is a Licensed Social Worker based in Kansas City, Kansas. Tasha is affiliated with the Dwight D. Eisenhower VA Medical Center in Leavenworth, Kansas. She received her Masters of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Missouri in 2014.
Licensed Master Social WorkerYou shouldn't try to stop them. It's in your best interest for your parents to be fully involved with your academics and teachers. You need a strong support system from parents and teachers to help you improve grades.
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