Ever since the Internet became part of our everyday life, researchers have begun exploring the relationship between stress and social media. In fact, most healthcare professionals are unsure about how social media impacts mental health. While some believe social media...
The issue of social media and teens has always been a controversial topic for researchers and mental health professionals. Ever since the Internet has become part of our everyday life, experts from different fields have begun exploring the effects of...
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...
In recent years, teen screen time has become a serious issue for many concerned parents. But while this problem seems to affect people of all ages, a recent post by sciencedaily.com suggests that children aged 2 to 17 are the...
Teens are on the fast track to becoming media multitaskers. Smartphones, tablets, and other devices have taken over their lives and many have developed social media addiction as a result. Teens constantly have a device in their hand that takes...
What is Gaming Addiction? Video games “expand the imagination, give children the opportunity to work collaboratively, and sharpen cognitive skills.” Gaming also “triggers a release of dopamine. This is a brain chemical that elevates mood and provides a rush of...
The teenage brain is in a crucial period of development between the ages of twelve and eighteen. They are developing key social and occupational skills that will follow them the rest of their lives. Teens, however, are exposed to a...
How Do Smartphones Impact Mental Health in Youth? Smartphones are leaving teens isolated. Adolescents are at a greater risk for depression and anxiety. “Social media enhances friendships. But there is also evidence that overuse has a negative impact on self-esteem...
There are a variety of therapies available for teens who struggle with drugs, alcohol, and mental health issues. Traditional talk therapy is one of the most well-known forms of therapy available. However, it is not always the most effective. A...
Video game addiction is a growing epidemic in the United States. Teens are especially vulnerable to this disease with the onslaught of available platforms to play games. Video game addiction is recognized as a similar addiction to gambling as the...
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.