Several teenagers in the United States have witnessed parental incarceration at some point in their lives. For teen boys, a father or mother going to prison is more than a simple family transition. It qualifies as an Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE), which is an indicator of future behavioral health conditions. Parents being behind bars usually …
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When a Teen Boy’s PTSD Makes Him Feel Like He’s Going Crazy
The National Institute of Mental Health estimates that roughly 5% of teenagers in the US have met the criteria for post-traumatic stress disorder. Teen PTSD symptoms may get so intense that teenagers feel like they are going crazy. Their trauma can manifest as emotional numbness, vivid flashbacks, or dissociation. Your son may feel like he …
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When Outpatient Therapy Isn’t Enough for a Traumatized Teen Boy
Outpatient therapy is one of the most common types of treatment programs for teen mental health issues. However, it may not be enough in some instances. Most teenagers with mental health disorders, like teen depression or teen PTSD, require more intensive treatment approaches to recover fully. It may be time to switch things up if …
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My Teen Son Has Witnessed Violence and Has Never Been the Same
The journey from childhood to adulthood is already stressful enough for teenagers. Witnessing a violent event can make it even worse by suddenly turning a teenager’s world upside down. The National Institute of Mental Health reports that a large percentage of youths exposed to traumatic events may develop lasting emotional or behavioral changes, including teen …
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How Trauma Impacts Brain Development
A teenager who suddenly snaps or freezes may be reacting to past trauma. Adolescent trauma often affects executive functions. It can severely impact brain development if left unaddressed. Teen trauma is quite widespread. Approximately two-thirds of adults have experienced at least one Adverse Childhood Experience in the US during adolescence. While these statistics might be …
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