If you ask a seasoned parent about the most challenging phase of development, the might tell you it’s the teenage years. You were probably expecting a nod to the sleepless nights of infancy or the terrible twos, but those are a walk in the park compared to the rebellious teenage years. Disobedient children and teens are make you pull your hair out.   From the time your child is born, you know your role. Keep this tiny human alive. Sure, it may get a little challenging when they first start exploring their world, but you’ve got this. Then come the teenage years. From about 13 to 17, it can seem like your child has become possessed. He wants to break every rule and continuously put himself in danger. “But my job is to keep you alive. You need to listen to me!” Somehow, that doesn’t work. At this time, they’re starting to exert their independence and want to make their own decisions. The problem is that their prefrontal cortex hasn’t developed and they may not always choose wisely. So here are some tips to deal with this mean age. Treat them with respect When your child is trying to disobey your…