Studies conducted by the National Institute of Mental Health show about 25% of teenagers have an anxiety disorder. Anxiety is categorized as having feelings of tension or worry that affect mental and physical changes. Anxiety disorders can cause extreme reactions...
Today’s teen is exposed to a massive amount of technology. With that technology usage comes the ability to connect to people in a multitude of ways. Social media apps, such as Facebook and Instagram, allow teens to share every aspect...
The LGBTQ community has seen great progress in recent years. Still, LGBT youth are experiencing bullying, homelessness, and mental health distress at an alarming rate. “According to a yearly survey from the media-monitoring organization GLAAD, 2017 marked the first time...
Over the last years, residential treatment for teens has become a popular approach to mental health and well-being. Parents of children who struggle with various emotional or behavioral problems often opt for such programs to keep their troubled adolescents away...
The opportunities for young women are greater than they have ever been. Women are excelling in education, careers, and as public figures. At the same time, depression in girls is on the rise. Scientists at Johns Hopkins University found, “Between...
Animal therapy reduces ADHD symptoms in teens. Researchers from UCI School of Medicine found that, “children with ADHD who received canine assisted intervention (CAI) experienced a reduction in inattention and an improvement in social skills.” The CAI group also found...
Dangers of social media use Over the last decade, the effects of social media use have been a hot topic among researchers. According to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), around 40% of U.S. students use digital media...
According to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, two-thirds of high school students don’t get enough sleep. Based on these worrying statistics, it seems sleep deprivation in teens has become a serious issue. Due to the ever-growing burden of school...
Identifying the signs early is essential For many concerned parents and family members, it may seem like a daunting task trying to identify mental illness in teenagers. Typical teenage behavior includes moodiness, volatility, boundary pushing, and acting erratically. However, learning...
Tim Jones has spent the last couple of decades working with families seeking help for children struggling with behavioral and emotional challenges. In the past few years he has toured the country with his family and visited several amazing therapeutic programs. When he's not working with families, you can find Tim on the golf course or reading a book.
Katie Smith has over 15 years of experience working with struggling families with troubled teens. She completed her graduate work in psychology at Baylor University where she studied about the benefits of therapeutic programs. She loves to be outdoors and spend her time with her 12 year old daughter.
Sarah Brown has a background in psychology and social work from West Virginia University. She has always been passionate about helping families and struggling teens. Her main focus is the familial structure and how it impacts teen behavior. In her personal time, she enjoys hiking with her dog, doing yoga, and gardening.