According to one study, up to 46% of children and adolescents develop PTSD symptoms within the first four months after a road traffic crash. The review also states that 13%–25% may still struggle up to twelve months later. A car accident is one of the most frightening events in a young person’s life. The impact …
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Sports Injury and PTSD in Teen Boys: The Overlap No One Talks About
Studies have linked accidental injuries to teen PTSD in children and adolescents, with some estimating its prevalence at roughly 11.5%. You should view a torn ligament or a broken bone as more than just a physical problem. Remember to focus on their mental aspects too. In the long run, a sports injury can trigger several …
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Why Your Traumatized Teen Son Pushes You Away When He Needs You Most
Children who undergo trauma during early childhood often struggle to form secure attachments. That means they struggle to feel safe in relationships and trust caregivers, especially during adolescence. Trauma rewires how the brain reads other people’s intentions, connections, and safety. Because of these reasons, your teenage son may pull away when you try to reach …
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How Trauma Masks Itself as Laziness and Apathy in Depressed Teen Boys
Did you know that up to two-thirds of children experience at least one traumatic event before they turn 16? Trauma does not just leave emotional scars; it is also linked to teen depression and behavior similar to disengagement. If your teenage son seems uninterested or checked out, you can become frustrated. However, at times, what …
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My Teen Son Was Bullied For Years: Why Is He Getting Worse, Not Better
Teen bullying in the US has troubling statistics. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, 1 out of every 5 students is a bullying victim. While most people believe that the end of the school year or a change in environment can bring immediate relief for such teenagers, nothing could be further from the …
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