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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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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Understanding Nutritional Needs for Teenagers
The food your teen eats affects how they focus, feel, or even sleep. Proper teen nutrition builds a strong immune system and helps your teen manage stress. Despite the importance of nutrition, teenagers often fall victim to poor eating habits, such as skipping meals or eating too much junk food. In this article, we will …
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