January 2019

Teens and Video Games: Can They Actually Help Your Teenager’s Attention?

by Therapy_program|31 January 201931 January 2019|Technology Overuse

Teens and video games is a mix that often gets parents a bit worried. Every day, we stumble upon countless articles that highlight the potentially harmful effects of video games on the younger generation. As a result, many concerned parents...

Parenting Tip: Ways to Motivate your Teenager with ADHD

by Therapy_program|28 January 201928 January 2019|ADHD

It can be difficult to motivate your teenager, especially if she’s struggling with ADHD. “ADHD acts as a magnifying glass, intensifying each challenge that a teen faces. Instead of approaching head on the demands and pressure they face from parents...

Supporting Your Teen Transition into Young Adulthood

by Therapy_program|17 January 201917 January 2019|Mental Health, Treatments

Helping your teen transition into young adulthood and become a functional member of society is no easy task. As a parent, you need to find the right balance between guidance freedom; between rules and liberties. Your teen is at an...

Expand Your Knowledge: Learn These Therapy Terms to Better Understand Your Struggling Teen

by Therapy_program|15 January 201915 January 2019|Mental Health, Parenting Tips

When it comes to connecting with your teen, it’s important to know how she thinks. Learning and practicing therapy terms helps to achieve this: Therapy Term: Active Listening Active listening is “an immersive experience in which you are focused on...

Internet Apps May Help Control Depression in Teens

by Therapy_program|07 January 201907 January 2019|Depression, Mental Health

The quantity of mental health apps available for teens is growing and that’s a good thing. A new study by Indiana University psychologists have found that self-guided internet applications can effectively reduce depression in teens. The study supports claims made...