A chatty teenager becoming suddenly withdrawn or isolated is a cause for concern. It becomes more alarming if the silence extends to professionals designated to help them. We understand how frustrating it can be if your son goes silent on everyone, including his therapist. However, it is important to understand that their silence is usually …
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My Teen Son Is Spiraling After His Parents’ Divorce: Is This a Crisis?
Divorce is a leading cause of family instability. Several studies indicate that parental divorce or separation is associated with an increased risk for child and adolescent adjustment problems. These include academic challenges, teen depression, and disruptive behavior. Watching a child come to terms with parental divorce can be heartbreaking. It is common to wonder whether …
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I Can’t Get My Kid to Go to School
Even with the declining rates, school absenteeism is still a big issue. Chronic absenteeism is estimated at 24% of the school-going population. Before pointing fingers, it is important to note that besides truancy or parental neglect, there are many reasons why a teenager may not show up or want to show up to school for …
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Why Can’t I Talk to My Kid in the First Seventy-Two Hours of Treatment?
When a teen enters a higher level of care, early stabilization is not about being cold or distant. It is about safety. A short communication pause is not meant to punish parents or isolate teens. When a program uses a policy like this, the usual goal is to help the teen settle in, complete urgent …
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How to Approach Your Child’s Grief While You Are Grieving Yourself
Grief is heavy. It is even heavier if both you and your child are grieving. It is estimated that at least 6 million children in the United States experience the death of a parent before their 18th birthday. This means you may find yourself trying to anchor a child’s life when your own ship is …
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