There are several different reasons teens might use drugs. They might be experimenting with an “adult” activity. They may be trying to fit in with…
Updated April 2026 Childhood trauma of any kind can have long-term effects, including emotional and physical symptoms. Emotional trauma, or the distress caused by witnessing…
Last updated: February 2026 A virtual intensive outpatient program (IOP) for teens is a structured mental health treatment option that provides multiple therapy sessions per…
When searching for mental health treatment for your teen, you probably naturally want to compare talk therapies, like DBT vs. CBT. Between the two, though,…
Many parents wonder, is OCD a form of anxiety, or something completely different? The stress of obsessive thoughts and pressure to do compulsive actions to…
Children and teens are capable of more than many parents think. Sometimes, though, they end up taking on responsibilities they really shouldn’t. This could be…
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD), also called seasonal depression, is a very real issue. Most people, teens included, who experience it do so in winter. SAD…
The days leading up to, during, and after a stay in residential psychiatric treatment can be overwhelming for families. You’ll probably feel a mix of…
When outbursts—slamming doors, arguments, name-calling, threats—become your teen’s norm, it’s time to find help. Anger can be a healthy emotion, but only when it’s expressed…
When your teen is struggling with their mental health and using drugs or alcohol, you may not know where to turn. Watching your son cut…