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Understanding Common Mood Disorders
Mood disorders affect people of all ages and can have a profoundly negative impact on a person’s quality of life. Mood disorders impact far more than emotions. They can impact sleeping and eating habits, the ability to do daily tasks, relationships with other people, and even become a threat to health and safety. According to…
Read MoreUnderstanding Teenage Alcohol Use
Alcohol use among teens is nothing new. Testing boundaries and pushing limits is a normal part of teen behavior but continual substance abuse for teens is not. Teenage substance abuse can have negative consequences including a lifelong battle with addiction. For many teens, drinking goes beyond social behavior and is used to mask or suppress…
Read MoreUnderstanding Depression and Mood Disorders in Teens
Mood disorders can differ from teen to teen—your daughter’s individual personality and mood disorder type play a role in how the symptoms show themselves.
Read MoreHelping Your Teen Cope with Depression
For anyone going through depression, especially a teen, it can feel lonely and suffocating. However, the truth is that teens going through depression are not alone. In fact, they are in good company. According to recent data, over 13 percent of teens in the United States between 13 and 24 have experienced a major depressive…
Read MoreKnow the Signs of Teen Depression
If you’ve been wondering “Is my teenage daughter depressed?” We can help. Check out these 5 signs that your teenage daughter may be depressed.
Read More5 Teen Behaviors That Indicate Your Son May Need Residential Treatment
It can be challenging for parents to recognize the need for mental health treatment for their children, and as we continue to deal with increased isolation from the coronavirus (COVID-19) and quarantines, it is more difficult today than ever before to acknowledge your son’s need for residential treatment. So, how do you know if your…
Read MoreWhen Suicide Prevention Involves Your Own Teen
Suicide prevention becomes personal when your own teen is at risk. Here’s what to look for and how to help.
Read MoreWomen’s Mental Health Matters
In March, we celebrate both International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, to not only uphold the achievements of women but focus on the challenges faced by women. This month, we recognize the struggles caused by gender bias and inequality and work to take action against them. Unfortunately, these inequalities have become even more apparent…
Read MoreWhat Is Suicidal Ideation in Teens?
Last Updated: March 2021 Suicidal ideation is an all-encompassing term that means having thoughts of suicide. These thoughts can range from a simple passive thought to more detailed plans around the act. Ideation is not the same as a suicidal act or attempt, but it does have the potential to go from a thought to…
Read MoreHow to Discuss Thoughts of Depression and Suicide
Last Updated: March 2021 When someone feels depressed, their world slowly fades into darkness with chronic feelings of loneliness and worthlessness. It can be tough to watch someone you love, especially your child, deal with a major depressive episode. You know your teenager is loved beyond measure and that their life matters. So, how do…
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