During adolescence, some teen girls begin developing mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. Many parents write off teen behavioral and mental health conditions as just normal mood swings. We understand that it can be difficult to recognize early signs of mental health conditions, but early recognition is crucial in effective treatment. …
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The Role of Trauma in Teen Girls’ Behavioral Issues
Trauma is common among teens. It can arise from day-to-day interactions, family dynamics, dangerous situations, and more. If your teen was exposed to any kind of trauma as a child, it may reemerge during adolescence as your teen undergoes emotional, physical, and cognitive changes. According to a study conducted in 2013, it is estimated that 62% …
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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in Teens
Most people associate post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) with adults or older individuals. However, PTSD and PTSD symptoms can occur for just about anyone, including children, adolescents, teens, and young adults — anybody who goes through a traumatic experience. If not treated early, PTSD in adolescence can magnify, leading to more significant problems and issues in …
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Teen Depression: Signs, Symptoms, & Treatment
As mental health becomes less stigmatized, more people are opening up about their struggles with problems like depression, including teens and adolescents. Depression in teens is a serious mental health disorder that can lead to many troublesome symptoms and consequences if left untreated. If you are worried that your child has a problem with depression, …
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Signs of a Toxic Teenager
Parenting is difficult regardless of age, but can be most difficult during the teenage years. During adolescence, teens begin to undergo more and more physical, emotional, and behavioral changes. As teens age and begin exploring their own identities, they can become impatient, frustrated, angry, and more. If these moods are not balanced with more positive …
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