A troubled teen may exhibit emotional, behavioral, or mental struggles. They may engage in risky behaviors, such as substance use, self-harm, violence, sex, or skipping school. Data shows that about 1 in 3 teen girls considered attempting suicide in 2021, consistent with troubled teen behavior. When these problems arise, you may be wondering how to get …
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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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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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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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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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