Reading Time: 7 minutes That includes body, mind, and spirit. Teens flourish with a holistic approach to care. In addition, an integrated approach treats the underlying causes of self-destructive behaviors. This is ideal, rather […]
Treatment
Delve into the different varieties and modalities of treatment, and keep on top of the latest findings and approaches.
The Latest Research on Teenage Video Game Addiction
Reading Time: 7 minutes Since social distancing began last March, the rate of teenage video game addiction has been steadily rising. Even before the pandemic, teens were playing video games for hours each day. […]
Facts & Statistics About Teen Bulimia
Reading Time: 2 minutes Bulimia is a disorder afflicting millions of school-age children in the United States, especially teens. The scientific name for the disorder is bulimia nervosa – meaning a disease of hunger […]
5 Takeaways from the Latest Research on Social Isolation Among Teens
Reading Time: 5 minutes It’s now been nine months since COVID-related social distancing guidelines went into effect in the United States. In some countries, restrictions have been in place even longer. As the crisis […]
What Should I Do If My Son Stays in His Room All the Time? Tips for Parents
Reading Time: 5 minutes “Is it okay if my son stays in his room all the time?” That’s a question that parents of teen boys are asking frequently these days. With online school and […]
How to Thrive in Young Adulthood with Integrated Treatment
Reading Time: 4 minutes There’s a big difference between thriving vs. coping. The word “thrive” is defined as “flourishing” or “growing well and vigorously.” The word “coping,” however, means simply managing to get by.
Panic Disorder
Reading Time: 4 minutes Parts of the brain function as interpreters. For teens with a panic disorder, these interpreters don’t function properly. Normally, signals from the body are analyzed, and the brain comes up […]
Teen Marijuana Abuse Myths
Reading Time: 2 minutes Marijuana is often the most abused drug amongst teenagers. Marijuana is considered a recreational drug by many teenagers. Also, it is a drug that they believe is a harmless way […]
Teen Drug Detox
Reading Time: 6 minutes No parent wants to believe that their child needs teen drug detox. Admitting that their teen is not only using drugs, but also requires medical treatment, is unbearably difficult for […]
Teen Eating Disorder Treatment
Reading Time: 5 minutes First of all, it is important to know that teen eating disorders are serious. It can be one of a parent’s worst nightmares—a child becoming dangerously thin or overweight. As […]
Teen Anorexia Treatment
Reading Time: 6 minutes Anorexia, or anorexia nervosa, is an eating disorder. It is one in which an individual has an irrational fear of weight gain. One may also have a distorted self-image. It […]
The Truth About Teen Anxiety and Treatment
Reading Time: 5 minutes Teen anxiety is no fun. Stress helps the body prepare for a challenge. The senses are honed, the brain is alert, and the body is ready to spring into action. It’s […]