This Blog was written by the addiction experts at Willows at Red Oak Recovery Center, they provide longterm drug rehab, addiction treatment, and mental health programs for women struggling with their behavioral health. Their expertise is respected across the field of trauma and addiction with the most successful women’s treatment center on the East Coast…
The mental health and substance use risks for teens are in many ways unique to their stage of life. Though on the cusp of adulthood, their mental, physical, and psychological development are on hyper-drive, and the challenges they face in today’s fast-paced, globally-connected world are significant. Pennsylvania Adult and Teen Challenge (PAATC) has been at…
What Causes Relapse in a Teen? It’s not always possible to understand why someone relapsed. There are a few common causes that may be most likely. Stress: One of the most significant factors for relapse for anyone is stress. There’s no way to avoid it in daily life. Many teens face stress at home, at school,…
Manic depression in teens, also known as bipolar disorder, can be challenging for you and your son to manage alone. Bipolar disorder involves episodes of heightened mania and bouts of severe depression, which can last a lifetime. While most people receive a diagnosis in adolescence or adulthood, the symptoms can appear earlier in childhood. With…