What Goes Into a Teen Behavior Contract?

You don’t need a fancy template to create a behavior contract with your teen and set expectations. You can get started by grabbing a piece of paper and dividing it into three brainstorming parts. In the first section, set the goals with your teen—what do you hope to accomplish with the contract? In the second section, state your non-negotiables so that everyone knows the limits when it comes to your teen’s safety, such as never getting in the car with an impaired driver. Finally, take a look at earned privileges. We’ll help you brainstorm those out tomorrow.

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