Teen depression is quickly becoming one of the major concerns of adolescence and the statistics are sobering. As the most common mental disorder among teens and adults in the U.S., depression is making its presence felt earlier and earlier. Studies have estimated that: Approximately 20 percent of teens will suffer from depression before reaching adulthood […]
Signs of Teen Depression in School
What is Depression? Depression is officially defined as a medical disorder that causes an individual to persistently feel sad, low or disinterested in regular activities. While some temporary level of “the blues” is common in everyone depending on personality or situation, depressive disorder lasts for an extended period of time and is generally resistant to […]
Residential Treatment Centers Offer Lasting Solutions To Troubled Teens
It can be exhausting and emotionally draining to raise a defiant and angry teen. It can also be extremely difficult to accept that you may need outside intervention in order to get him back on track.While the idea of temporarily sending your child away can be intimidating, some teens are unable to respond to their […]
Residential Treatment Centers For Teens That Struggle With Depression
Residential treatment centers are full time programs designed to provide a therapeutically immersive environment for troubled teens. Issues such as substance abuse, defiance, low self-esteem and depression are things that can severely impact a teen’s development and ability to function effectively in day to day life. Full time programs are generally a last resort for […]
Knowing The Best Residential Treatment Centers For Depression
Raising a teenager with depression can be emotional and exhausting for you as a parent. While you may feel you would be willing to do anything in the world to help your child improve, it is discouraging when you see very little to show for your efforts. In such cases, outside intervention can offer something […]
Finding The Best Drug And Alcohol Treatment Centers For Troubled Teens
If your teen has an established problem with drugs or alcohol, he may need outside help in order to heal and overcome his addictions. Selecting the best drug and alcohol treatment center for your troubled teen can be intimidating since you want to place your teen in a program that best fits his needs. Residential […]
Fighting Depression In Teens One Situation At A Time
Depression among teens is one of the largest growing concerns relating to the adolescent years. Because the age is a time of great physical and emotional change, it is not uncommon for most teens to experience depression in varying degrees. As a parent, it is important to know how to help your child navigate these […]
How Do I Prevent My Teen From Becoming Violent?
Anger is an emotion that every individual must learn to control throughout their lives and teens are no exception. When normal anger morphs into extreme aggressiveness or violence, it can be frightening and intimidating for parents to handle. While girls and boys are both at some risk for becoming violent, girls usually express their anger […]
Help, My Troubled Teen Is Violent
It can be frightening and intimidating when your teen begins to display violent tendencies. Whether it is happening at home, or you are receiving reports of bullying and fights, teen violence can lead to negative habits and even life changing consequences. While the severity of the violence involved may require outside professional help, there are […]
Take Action During Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
February has been designated as teen dating violence awareness month (TDVAM) by Congress and presents a valuable opportunity to spread the word and educate individuals on one of the most dangerous situations adolescents face. While teen dating violence doesn’t get as much press and awareness as issues like substance abuse or depression, it is becoming […]
