Clark has always been a fan of teens working throughout high school and college to make a little extra money and to learn the value of money. But a report in USA Today had him concerned about some extremes involved with working teenagers. First of all, only about 20 percent of teens are working the “desirable number” of hours according to developmental psychologists and other experts. The target is about 15 hours a week. But 40 percent of teenagers are working way beyond that amount. That can lead to trouble in school and introduction to adult behaviors that are not age appropriate. Another 40 percent of teens are not working at all, which also concerns Clark. Parents need to get involved and talk about the benefits of working a reasonable number of hours at an appropriate job. Now, during the summer, working full-time is fine. Teens will have exposure to those adult behaviors eventually, and it’s more likely to happen over the summer. So, be vigilant with your kids. Know where they are and what they’re doing.