People face discrimination for many reasons, but at Ascend, we know that mental health is one of the biggest hurdles teens confront when interacting with those that don’t understand mental illness. Even worse, people with mental illness often suffer from other disorders, or belong to communities that struggle with additional prejudice against them. Today, we’d…
Residential treatment programs for boys are a unique type of mental health support that can provide teens with more targeted solutions for mental health. All-boy facilities can provide a broad array of services that include behavioral therapy and treatment for substance abuse and mental health issues. At Ascend, we have a boy-only residential facility, Trails…
Depression can be fairly common among teenagers, but the signs are often overlooked. Moodiness is viewed as a normal teen phase, and many parents just count the years until their child’s hormones level out. However, it’s important to note the differences between the usual teen rebellion and depressive disorders, as more serious mental health conditions…
Some individuals feel that gendered pronouns like “he” or “she” don’t reflect who they are. Because they want to choose pronouns that more accurately reflect their experience, many people choose to use alternative gender pronouns. Making gender more inclusive is an important step to supporting the mental health of transgender and non-binary people. If you’re…
For parents of teens, conversations about sexuality and sexual orientation can be challenging. You want to use the appropriate language when helping your teen navigate these topics while encouraging them to be smart and safe about the activities they engage in. Understanding the different types of sexual orientations and their definitions can be helpful for…
Disruptive behavior involving aggression, violence, illegal activity, or substance use, can be challenging for parents. You might even find that the more you try to redirect their behavior, the more your child rebels against you. You want to support your teen if they’re struggling with their mental health, but you don’t want to encourage harmful…
Many individuals face challenges during their teenage years. From mental health issues that make it difficult to fulfill responsibilities at school to substance use issues that lead to physical health problems or even legal trouble, there are a variety of reasons why teens might benefit from treatment. A variety of therapies can help teens learn…
A variety of factors can contribute to whether or not an individual struggles with substance abuse. From mental health issues and social pressure to chronic pain and genetics, one or all of these may be the determining factor. For teens, one of the biggest risk factors for substance abuse is having a family history of…
Loading… Family therapy is a helpful tool for many parents and their children. During family therapy sessions, you and your loved ones will work with an experienced therapist to build healthy communication skills and stronger family ties. Parents can learn about what their teen is facing, and teens can learn about the importance of boundaries…
Misinformation about mental health is rampant and causes a lot of damage to people who should be seeking treatment. For teens, especially, mental health myths can be misleading and harmful. One way to break down the stigma surrounding mental health conditions is to ensure you’re informed. Knowing the facts about mental health can help you…