Compliance Administration with Cristina
If you’re new to Ascend and you’re trying to learn more about what we do behind the scenes, our Day In The Life series is a great place to start. Here, we offer you a look into what happens behind…
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Mental Health First Aid: What You Should Know
Mental health is just as important as physical health, yet many people neglect their mental wellness due to stigma, lack of awareness, or fear of judgment. And while many people are trained in what to do if they see someone…
Managing Facilities with Aida
On the Ascend blog, we like to take a moment every month to give you a look behind the scenes at what happens at our facilities. This month, we’ve chosen to highlight someone who’s integral to our operations: Assistant Facility…
Teen Advocates for Mental Health: A Guide to Self-Advocacy
Mental health is just as important as physical health, yet it still carries a social stigma that makes it difficult for many people to discuss openly. This is especially true for teenagers, who are often afraid of being judged or…
Mental Health Privacy: A Guide for Teens and Families
Mental health is both a major focus of public health initiatives and a deeply private subject. While greater awareness of mental health conditions is helping to reduce the stigma around seeking care, it also highlights the need for privacy. Anyone…
Fostering Teen Resilience: 6 Essential Tips for Parents
The teen years are a time of exploration and growth. For many teens, it’s also a time of stress, confusion, and difficulty managing emotions. Resilience is an important trait for teens to develop during this time to ensure they can…
Teens: Develop a Positive Mindset: 5 Tips
Positive thinking — it’s a simple concept with many powerful benefits. For teenagers, it can be easy to get caught up in negative thinking, but it’s important to recognize the power of positive thinking and how it can shape your…
Mentoring with Charles
At Ascend, we’re incredibly grateful to the team that helps us provide top-tier treatment for our clients, so every month, we’ve decided to spotlight a new staff member to give you a glimpse behind the scenes and show our appreciation…
Anger Management for Teens: Cues, Control & Strategies
Anger is a natural emotion that everyone experiences. However, when teens struggle with anger issues, it can lead to destructive behavior that affects themselves and those around them. With effective anger management strategies and techniques, anyone can learn how to…
Types of ADHD & How They Differ
Learn About ADHD in Children As a parent, caregiver, or individual diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), managing the condition can be complex. ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects millions of children and adults worldwide, and it can be complicated…