Posts Tagged ‘teen behavioral health’
Coping with Grief and Loss as a Teenager
The loss of a loved one is one of life’s most challenging experiences, and when you’re a teenager, it can feel especially overwhelming. Whether it’s the death of a loved one, friend, or even a pet, grief doesn’t discriminate based on age. As a teen, you may find yourself struggling with a range of intense…
Read MoreSocial Anxiety in Teens Can be Stopped: How to Treat It
Social anxiety (formerly referred to as social phobia) was once considered an uncommon disorder. Data from the National Institute of Mental Health National Comorbidity Survey Replication indicates an estimated 7.1% of U.S Adults had social anxiety in the past year. More than 12% will experience social anxiety at some point in their lives. A similar…
Read MoreWhat is Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder?
Disinhibited social engagement disorder is classified as an attachment disorder. A young child or adolescent who struggles with disinhibited social engagement disorder may find it challenging to form meaningful, deep connections to others, including parents and caregivers. It is one of two attachment disorders that affect children younger than 18 years of age. The other…
Read MoreUnhealthy Eating and Teenage Brains – 10 Things You Need to Know Now!
Although a significant portion of brain development takes place during early adolescence, the teen years are also a time of substantial change and development. The growth that takes place during these critical years can have a significant impact on their thinking and behaviors. Essential aspects of their day-to-day lives such as sleep, activity, socializing, and…
Read MoreMost Misunderstood Facts About Paranoid Personality Disorder
If your teen struggles with a paranoid personality disorder, they struggle with feelings of paranoia and an unrelenting mistrust and suspicion of those around them. These feelings are not reserved for strangers or community members. They also extend to family, friends, and loved ones the teen may know well. These feelings occur even when there…
Read MoreBody Dysmorphic Disorder in Teens: Is Your Child Suffering From It?
When you look in the mirror, you may see a pimple on your chin, a mole on your nose, or notice that your face isn’t exactly symmetrical. While these slight flaws may bother you a little, you probably don’t spend hours each day thinking about them. However, if your teenage son or daughter has body…
Read MoreLonliness in Americas Youth
Because of all the new technological devices and the world wide web, we are now globally connected more than ever. But while one may think that this would harmoniously link people into happy, healthy groups, it doesn’t appear to be working out that way. In fact, many studies have shown that just the opposite is…
Read MoreDoes Your Teen Suffer From Conduct Disorder?
Conduct disorder is diagnosed in children and adolescents who exhibit repeated and persistent behavior that violates basic societal rules or the rights of others. The behavior is typically exhibited in a number of settings, including at school, home, and in social situations. This disorder results in significant impairment in academic, family, and social functioning. If…
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