Signs your child needs behavioral therapy
When your teenager exhibits signs that they may be struggling with their mental health, it can be difficult to determine the best course of action. You may ask yourself things like:“Is this just a phase?”“How serious are these issues?”“How do I know if my teenager needs counseling?”
The line between
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Adolescent mental health is always a concern for parents and is a growing issue nationwide. Anxiety disorders and depression are the most common mental health conditions affecting adolescents. These disorders affect approximately 14% of children between the ages of 3 and 17. That is why finding comprehensive teen and adolescent therapy programs can be essential
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Knowing how to talk to a child about acts of violence such as mass shootings can be difficult. Whether they’ve witnessed a violent event or just heard about it, children often feel scared, unsafe, and confused about what happened. They may lose trust in the ability of others to protect them. The emotional trauma they
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When a child is experiencing mental health challenges that negatively impact their life, outpatient therapy could be a good treatment option. Outpatient mental health treatment allows children, in most cases, to continue attending school while gaining valuable coping and communication skills from regular therapy sessions. embrace U's adolescent therapy program helps children manage their mental
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The relationship between social media and mental health is complicated, but it's something that parents should be aware of as their kids grow up in an increasingly digital world. How does social media affect adolescent mental health? In this guide, we'll examine the impact social media can have on adolescents, especially their mood and self-image.
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If you're looking for a Tennessee-based mental health program for your child, figuring out what's available in your area can be confusing. There are dozens of programs and therapists specializing in treating children with various mental health symptoms, but finding the right one can take some time and effort. Options for youth mental health disorders
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Panic attacks, also known as panic disorder, can have an immense and paralyzing impact on teens, as well as leave their family members and friends feeling worried and helpless. To gain an understanding of panic attacks and how best to treat them, we will explore their possible causes and help identify when professional help may
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As a parent, it can be difficult to know how best to support your child through the teenage years. Self-care is an essential part of maintaining good mental and physical health for teens, but often they struggle with learning proper self-care practices. This article will help you understand what self-care means, why it's important, and
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As today's teens and adolescents face growing pressures, it’s now more relevant than ever to understand the importance of good mental health. Many young people find themselves struggling with their mental well-being due to a wide range of factors, such as family dynamics, school stressors, or an inability to effectively manage their emotions. These and
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Being a teenager is challenging and often difficult.
During the teen years, both brain and body development expand at an enormous rate. This exponential development, coupled with increased academic and family expectations as well as increased peer and social media pressures, teens have a proverbial full plate. While many young people can navigate the difficulty of
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When you are a teenager, experiencing anxiety is par for the course. As we know, teenagers go through tremendous growth in their brains and bodies. When coupled with increased family responsibilities, academic expectations and peer pressure, young people often feel overwhelmed with life. While many teenagers are able to deal with the pressures of everyday
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When a Family Member Dies by Suicide
embrace U wants to remind you that suicide affects millions of people yearly. Suicide is an important topic close to us at embrace U. It is part of one of our team member’s reasons for working in the mental health field. Today, we share her experience with you.
Sydney Freeman’s
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