What is CBT?
You’ve probably already heard about therapy. But not all therapy is the same. There’s talk therapy, family therapy, animal-assisted therapy, and so much more – each with its own focus and benefits. When it comes to how we help your…
Category Depression
How Does Depression Affect the Family System?
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…
Stop Negative Self-Talk: Tools & Strategies
Negative self-talk is a stressful and often involuntary form of self-criticism. These are thoughts that can be self-deprecating and may even contribute to or stem from mental health concerns like depression, anxiety, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. If your teen often expresses…
How to Talk to Your Friends About Mental Health
Whether you’re a teen or an adult, if you’re struggling with your mental health, having support is crucial. However, getting started can be challenging if you haven’t talked about mental health issues with your friends before. If you want to…
Are Seasonal Depression & Major Depressive Disorder Related?
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Signs of Progress for Mental Health – 45 Days at Ascend
For teens who struggle with substance abuse or their mental health, residential treatment can have a lasting impact. Spending time away from the triggers that created their problems in a supportive environment can help teens learn the healthy coping skills…
Teen Self-Care: Coping with Stressful News
In today’s world, bad news can feel incessant. The COVID-19 pandemic is still ongoing, mass shootings seem to occur in every corner of the country, and the political divide is deeper than ever. For teens, growing up in this environment…
Risky Teen Behavior: Signs & Strategies for Parents
Taking risks is a normal part of growing up. Trying out for a role in the school play, making new friends, or even sampling a new food are all healthy risks that teens might take. However, for some teens, the…
Helping Teens Cope with Trauma Triggers
Teens who struggle with trauma disorders can have difficulty succeeding in school, forming healthy relationships, and developing into independent, mature adults. However, specialized treatment programs can help teens who have experienced traumatic events heal. Understanding what trauma triggers are can…
Social Media’s Hidden Dangers for Teens’ Mental Health
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