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Author Archives: Executive Director Hannah Carr, LPC

  • A tense moment as a mother and teenage daughter argue over a phone, capturing teenage anger and conflict.

    Teenage Anger Towards Mother: What to Do

    (480) 485-3424 Contact Us Teen anger is a common problem among adolescents, and sometimes teenage anger towards their mothers can become more and more common. As a mother, you might feel blamed, hurt, and confused, which is always hard. However, there are reasons behind such behavior in your teenager. Their brains rewire, hormones surge, peer …

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  • Counselor and teen seated in office, teen listening intently, illustrating discussion of common bipolar symptoms in teens.

    Common Bipolar Disorder Symptoms in Teens

    Bipolar disorder is a manageable mood disorder that affects diverse age groups, including adolescents. Teens with bipolar disorder often exhibit manic and depressive symptoms. Manic symptoms are associated with heightened energy or activity, while depressive symptoms are usually debilitating. Unfortunately, promptly recognizing bipolar symptoms in teens can be challenging, as they may overlap with other disorders or …

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  • A teen and counselor in a supportive talk, with the title “The Basics of Teenage Behavioral Health.”

    The Basics of Teenage Behavioral Health

    Teenage behavioral health is the relationship between an adolescent’s behaviors, actions, emotions, and thoughts and how these factors influence their overall well-being. If a teen is struggling with past trauma, depressive thoughts, anger issues, or other problems, it is a clear sign that they are dealing with some sort of behavioral health condition. A report …

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  • Teen in a dark hoodie with raised hands and tense posture, expressing frustration and anger.

    Anger Management in Teens

    Anger is a normal part of a teen’s development, and is usually caused by changes in hormones or responsibilities and a desire for independence or self-discovery. A 2015 survey reports a 7.8% prevalence of inappropriate, intense, or poorly controlled anger.  When left unmanaged, teen anger can become destructive and cause problems in school or a teen’s …

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  • Concerned parents and counselor comforting a distressed teen seated at a table, illustrating adolescent depression support.

    Depression in Adolescence: What Parents Need to Know

    Depression in adolescence has become common in the United States. According to data from Mental Health America, it is estimated that about 20% of teenagers have experienced a major depressive episode, while 15% of teenagers have experienced severe impairment due to depression. The same data ranks Arizona 50th with 24% of teens experiencing a major depressive …

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