Disrespect and authority issues have become interconnected with teenagers and adolescents. While it is true that teens become more likely to challenge authority as they grow, authority issues are more extreme. It can be heartbreaking for you as a parent or guardian to see your teen treat you with so much contempt. As your kid …

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 …

The Department of Health and Human Services estimates that nearly 50% of adolescents will struggle with a mental health issue at some point in their lives, and Arizona is no different in this matter. While teen mental health challenges are on the rise in Arizona, there are proven mental health activities your son or daughter …

In 2021, the Centers for Disease Control reported that more than 40% of students experienced signs of mental health disorders, while 29% had poor mental health. In the same year, a survey on youth risk behavior in Arizona noted that 36% of participants (9th-12th graders) were dealing with poor mental health. This problem is a …

Mental health is a critical aspect of adolescent well-being, and Arizona has made significant strides in developing a system to address the mental health needs of its teen population. However, like any system, it has its strengths and weaknesses. In this blog, we will review how the mental health care system for teens in Arizona …