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Polysubstance Use in Adolescents

Recent research indicates that adolescents (12-17) who misuse more than one substance – or engage in polysubstance use – may…
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The Benefits of Yoga for Children and Adolescents

Yoga in the United States Yoga is a form of exercise that comes from India and is reputed to be…
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Parenting Practices in the U.S. and Abroad

In the U.S., there are almost as many approaches to parenting as there are families. Bedtimes, dinner times, screen time,…
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When a Teen Goes from As to Cs (or Worse) What Should a Parent Do?

At the end of school last year, your teen was sitting pretty. The solid final report card looked like this:…
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How to Talk to Your Kids About Stranger Danger…On the Internet

Before you hand your teen a phone, you need to have a talk with them. Just like the conversation about…
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How Horses Can Help Teens Overcome Mental Health Issues

Equine-assisted therapy, which involves interacting with horses, is a widely used therapeutic tool, especially with adolescents. The unique sensitivity of…
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October is Bullying Prevention Month

Every year during the month of October, students, teachers, parents, and school administrators unite to raise awareness about bullying. Bullying…
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Why Sex Trafficking Victims Need Mental Health Treatment

Sex trafficking is a complex, multilayered issue. Vulnerable young adolescents and teens are recruited by predators, who play on their…
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Is a Sex Trafficker Talking to Your Daughter Online?

According to a study by The University of Toledo in Ohio, sex traffickers are increasingly using the internet, specifically social…
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DBT, Fitness, and Depression

While exercise has not yet been shown to cure any mental health disorder on its own, there are mountains of…
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Grandparents: Keep Your Medications Safe

Kids love going over to their grandparent’s house, and grandparents adore visits from their grandchildren. We’re sure there are exceptions…
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Childhood Obesity Awareness Month: Obesity and Adolescent Mental Health

Last year, we published an article for Childhood Obesity Awareness Month that answered this question: What do treatment for substance…
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