Posts Tagged ‘Mental Health Treatment’
The Importance of Mental Health for Young People
This past year, our collective mental health took on a whole new set of challenges. In just a few short days, the institutions that gave our days structure shut down. The pandemic changed the way we all interacted with each other, and it had a profound effect on our mental health. So, now is an…
Read MoreRecognizing Self-Harm Awareness Month
Each year, during the month of March, mental health organizations across the country raise awareness for self-harm – a condition that affects more teenagers and young adults than most realize. Because many teens keep their condition a secret, it can be challenging for their parents to identify if their child is engaging in harmful behavior.…
Read MoreWhat Is Technology Addiction?
Last Updated: January 2021 If you are the caregiver or parent of a teen, you know how important technology is and the role that it plays in the life of today’s teenagers. Not an hour goes by that most teens don’t click, post or swipe. Recent studies show that the average teen spends 7.5 hours a day using…
Read MoreMental Health: More Than Just a New Year’s Resolution
Last Updated: December 2020 December is often the month that we reflect on the year that has passed, as well as look towards the future. It is the time to ask: are you and your family mentally healthy and prepared for the year ahead? Being mentally healthy is more than just a New Year’s resolution,…
Read MoreTop Signs of Mental Illness in Young Adults
Recent months have brought unprecedented isolation to young adults in America and an onslaught of mental illness and health concerns. How can you tell if a young adult is working through normal changes associated with coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantines or truly struggling with mental health? Take a closer look at the signs of mental illness in…
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