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Teen Run-a-Ways: A Parent’s Worst Nightmare

Student Story: Anna

Each year in America, more than 1.5 million teens run away from home. Thankfully, most return after a few hours or days. But sadly some never come back, leaving heartbroken parents behind. This weekend on Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston explains why some teens run away and how parents can address these concerns.

Author: Mark Gregston

Mark Gregston began working with teens more than 40 years ago as a youth minister and Young Life director. He has authored nearly two dozen books, has written hundreds of articles, and is host of the nationally-acclaimed Parenting Today’s Teens podcast and radio broadcast.