Expert Offers Guidance for Haredi Families Facing Youth Rebellion
Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba
Rabbi Ami Baram of the 'Shoreshim' initiative advises Haredi parents against immediate attempts to change children who resist yeshiva, stressing that a united, professionally guided approach is crucial for family harmony.
The story in 4 lines · by baba
- Parental instinct to change rebellious children can harm Haredi families.
- Rabbi Ami Baram founded the 'Shoreshim' initiative.
- Unified parental approach and professional tools are key.
- The initiative helps families with children 'under the radar'.
Rabbi Ami Baram, founder of the 'Shoreshim' initiative, warns that the immediate instinct to change a child who refuses to attend yeshiva and isolates themselves is often a mistake that can devastate families. He advocates for proper parental guidance, presenting a united front, and utilizing professional tools to halt escalating problems, mend rifts, and restore harmony within the home.
Baram's initiative, 'Shoreshim,' focuses on providing support and solutions for thousands of Haredi families dealing with children who deviate from expected paths, often described as being 'under the radar.' The core issue, he explains, is not necessarily the child's behavior itself, but the family's reaction to it. A unified approach from parents, coupled with professional intervention, is presented as the key to preventing a snowball effect of negative consequences.
The initiative aims to equip parents with the necessary skills and understanding to navigate these challenging situations, emphasizing that a supportive and informed response can lead to reconciliation and a positive outcome for the entire family.