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What to Do when Teens Go Missing from Treatment

When a teen goes missing from treatment, it can be a terrifying situation. While undeniably difficult, our team at Ascend believes in ensuring that we help your family handle the problem in the healthiest way possible. We never take missing teens lightly, and going AWOL from treatment always requires parental notification. Unfortunately, teens often use…

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Why Do People Relapse?

Substance abuse is a chronic disease. Those who struggle with substance abuse, whether to drugs, alcohol, or certain behaviors, find that managing addiction and maintaining sobriety requires a long-term commitment. While treatment can be incredibly effective, 40-60% of people still experience relapses. Why do these people relapse — even with the healthy coping skills and…

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Eating Disorders vs. Disordered Eating

Eating disorders are not always easy to identify. For many people, someone struggling with an eating disorder looks like a very thin teenage girl. However, eating disorders affect people of all genders, weights, ages, and backgrounds. An element that complicates the issue even more is the difference between disordered eating and eating disorders. While many…