Understanding the Signs of Teen Emotional Instability
Teenage years are a critical time of social, psychological and biological development between childhood and young adulthood. With changes in hormones, physical appearance, friend groups and all the environmental transitions between elementary, junior high and senior high school, this period of life is an emotional time for young people. While mood swings can seem like a natural part of this process, it’s important to be aware of the deeper issues teenagers may be struggling with. Emotional development in adolescence According to one source, "Adolescence is a phase of the lifespan that begins around the onset of physical puberty and ends [...]
What Kind of Mental Healthcare is Available For My Teen?
If you've researched forms of mental healthcare programs on behalf of your teen, you've likely discovered many different options. Deciding which is the best, however, can feel overwhelming, if not confusing. How can you determine which care level is best for your teen? The good news is you don't have to decide on your own. The trained admissions staff will guide you and your teen toward the best program selection to promote the highest quality of mental health. Teen mental health treatment Treatment options for teens vary from less supervised outpatient options to intensive inpatient treatment. Knowing what each program [...]
Recognizing Depression Symptom Differences in Teen Boys and Girls
For teenagers, navigating the world can be difficult and confusing. Finding a sense of self, establishing a peer group and dealing with hormonal and bodily changes all contribute to ups and downs. Yet for teens dealing with depression, symptoms go beyond the usual struggles of teenage challenges. Understanding teenage depression Unfortunately, only one out of every five teenagers suffering from depression actually gets help due to their inability to recognize the symptoms, which is why parental involvement is key. Although boys and girls suffer from similar symptoms, there are notable differences. According to the Mayo Clinic, red flags for depression [...]
Identifying Signs of Depression & Anxiety in Your Teen
A teen displaying behaviors and mannerisms that seem uncharacteristic or unhinged is sometimes assumed to be experiencing normal teenage behaviors. But there is a difference between teens going through a somewhat rebellious, angsty phase and instead battling with a mental health disorder. It is important during this time of change and transition in your teen's life to not overwhelm them with unneeded panic about a mental health condition. Instead, if you begin seeing signs that could indicate more than just teenage-related behaviors, it could be time to have a conversation with your teen. Teen anxiety and depression Depression and [...]
