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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Test
Learn if you or your child, adolescent, teen, or young adult has symptoms of OCD with our online test, as well as the importance of treatment.
Read MoreOCD and Autism: Similarities and Differences
Learn the differences and similarities between OCD and autism, how these conditions can co-occur, how they’re misdiagnosed for each other, and how to help.
Read MoreGroup Therapy: Know Your Options
Parents who are exploring ways to address their teens’ mental health may wonder, “What is group therapy? How does it work, what types are there, and how can it help my child?” Group therapy can be extremely beneficial, allowing participants to find support not only from a therapist but also from their peers. To help…
Read MoreHow Does Equine Therapy Help Teen Mental Health?
Equine therapy, which uses the deep and tender connection between humans and animals to promote emotional healing, can create a safe emotional space for young people experiencing mental health issues. Molly Freemantle, LMSW, a therapist and equine specialist at Fulshear Treatment to Transition, a young adult transitional living program that offers equine therapy, said this…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to Outpatient Treatment
As a parent, you want the best for your child when they’re struggling with mental health issues. Outpatient treatment could be a great option, but you may not know where to start. “Which outpatient programs near me are good for my child?” could be just one of many questions on your mind, and you may…
Read MoreVirtual Counseling: Is Online Counseling for Teens and Young Adults Effective?
Teens and young adults are truly members of today’s digital generation. In fact, one study found that the average American teen spent just over eight hours online every day. A rising trend in screen usage from a cross-sectional study coincides with another trend: the increasing prevalence of online therapy and virtual counseling. If you’re concerned…
Read MoreWhat Parents Need To Know About Short-Term Adolescent Residential Treatment Centers
As a parent, you want your child to experience the best form of mental health treatment when they’re working through emotional issues and problematic behaviors. Sometimes, this can be provided through outpatient therapy, where therapists work with your teenager while they live at home. Other times, teenagers need a higher level of care. In this…
Read MoreAsk a Therapist: What Is a Day at Residential Treatment Like?
“We are considering a residential treatment center for our child who needs a mental health treatment plan that gives more in-depth, consistent care. I’m nervous because I’m unsure what to expect. What’s a typical day like? What will they do? What kind of treatment is offered for their mental health disorder?” Sending teens to residential…
Read MoreHow Getting Outside Can Change Your Mindset
Explore why nature and adventure therapy programs change perspectives and mindsets. Try our helpful tips to get your teen outside more.
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