Understanding Treatment Options for Teen Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder in teenagers is a complex mental health issue. It’s characterized by extreme mood swings that can disrupt a teen’s life significantly.  Understanding treatment options for teen bipolar disorder is essential. With the right knowledge, parents, educators, and healthcare professionals can offer the support teens need to manage this condition effectively.  We’ll explore a…

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Help! My Teen’s Growing Too Fast—How to Stay Connected

Staying Connected with Your Teen Parenting is a whirlwind, and before you know it, the toddler who once relied on you for everything is now a teenager, asserting their independence and rapidly approaching adulthood. Many parents experience a sense of loss or even panic as their teens seem to grow up too fast, facing challenges…

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What’s the Difference Between Teen Sadness and Teen Depression?

Adolescent depression is a serious mental health concern that affects many young people, regardless of background or circumstances. As a parent, recognizing the signs early and seeking appropriate treatment is crucial. Left untreated, depression can lead to risky behaviors and have a significant impact on both the teen and the family. Fortunately, many cases can…

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How Are Your Children Coping During Crisis?

As adults, we are at our best when we can calmly and systematically approach a challenge.   Sometimes, the pressure of a situation can feel very strong or scary. This makes it hard to think clearly.   Your teen faces the same challenges. It can be equally as hard for them to manage stress, especially if they…

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5 Common Myths About Mental Health in Teens

Despite many common misconceptions and beliefs, illnesses related to mental health do not selectively target only adults. Mental health conditions are becoming increasingly common among youth and teens throughout the United States and worldwide. Recent studies suggest that approximately one in five teens have symptoms of at least one diagnosable mental health condition.  A study…

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Symptoms of PTSD in Teen Behavior

PTSD symptoms

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is the onset of certain behavioral changes that are triggered as a result of exposure to traumatic events such as being physically harmed, threatened physically and mentally or experiencing some form of trauma. While many people experience traumatic events in their lives, it does not always result in PTSD. However, for…

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The Teen Phone Obsession Epidemic: What Parents Should Know

It isn’t uncommon for parents of teens to hear the saying that raising kids is one of the most challenging jobs they’ll ever have. The reason for this is because we never know for sure what they’re thinking, what they’ll do next, or how they’ll react to certain situations.  Their behavior is both an anomaly,…

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Parenting a Child with Conduct Disorder

Your child has just been diagnosed with conduct disorder, and your worst fears as a parent has been confirmed: You may be raising a teenage sociopath. It’s terrifying to think that your child can potentially grow up to be a psychopath, but don’t lose hope. There are treatment options available, and there are steps you…

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8 Alternatives to Self-Harming

Self-harm is a difficult and complex issue to navigate, especially for teens struggling with mental health. People often self-harm as a coping mechanism, as it can provide temporary relief from intense emotions such as anger, sadness, distress, or numbness. It can help those feel more in control when they are overwhelmed or can be a…

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How to Help a Teenager with Schizophrenia

Finding out your teenager has been diagnosed with schizophrenia can be scary. Fear. Guilt. Frustration. Confusion. You may be feeling an array of emotions, but one sticks out the most. Helplessness. When dealing with a complex, life-long disorder, it’s easy to feel helpless as a parent. But, living a healthy and meaningful life with schizophrenia…

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