Top 5 Signs Of Vaping In Teens
Many parents worry about vaping but are unsure what to look for or how to bring it up. Teen vaping does not always look obvious, and many adolescents go to great lengths to hide it. Understanding the most common signs…
Category Mental Health & Mood Disorders
Top 8 Behavioral Traits In Teens
Adolescence is a time of rapid growth, change, and emotional development. Many parents notice shifts in mood, behavior, and communication and wonder what is normal versus what may signal concern. Understanding common behavioral traits in teens can help parents respond…
What’s Causing the Surge in Memory Problems Among Teens & Young Adults?
Takeaways: Teenagers’ brains are still developing, making them more vulnerable to mood disorders like depression. Depression affects brain structure and function, including memory, emotion, and concentration. Neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine influence mood and reward processing. The adolescent brain’s…
How Can Schools Support Teen Mental Health?
Takeaways: Teen mental health should be addressed wherever young people spend a significant portion of their time, including schools. The CDC has many recommendations and strategies for supporting teen mental health while they’re at school. Some top evidence-based programs and…
Boys Residential Treatment Center
Ascend’s Trails Program is a residential treatment center for adolescent boys with mental health concerns or substance use issues who are between the ages of 12-17. Our clinical approach at Trails is trauma-informed and functions under the premise that most…
R U OK Day | How to Ask Hard Mental Health Questions
We all know it can be hard to open up about how we’re really doing. Sometimes we hide our struggles because we don’t want to worry others, we feel embarrassed, or we’re not even sure how to explain what’s going…
National Grief Awareness Day: Understanding the Types of Grief
August 30 is National Grief Awareness Day, a chance to bring more understanding to a topic that often gets brushed aside. For teens, especially, the different types of grief can be confusing and isolating. They may not have the words…
The Origin of BIPOC Mental Health Month
Every July, BIPOC Mental Health Month highlights the mental health needs and experiences of people of color, including Black and Indigenous communities. The month encourages both reflection and action, from raising awareness to creating real change in how mental health…
What Are The Different Levels of Care for Mental Health?
When you’re struggling with your mental health, getting the right kind of help can make a huge difference. But figuring out what kind of help you need? That’s not always easy. You might hear terms like “residential treatment” or “IOP”…
Type Two Mentoring with Selene
At Ascend, we want you to connect with our team on every level before entering into our care. Whether you’re the teen in treatment or you’re part of the family, our blog is here to provide guidance and insight into…