It’s normal to feel anxious or down from time to time. Everyone goes through ups and downs in life. However, when these feelings don’t go away and start to interfere with your daily life, you may be dealing with a disruptive mental illness that requires more in-depth intervention. Mental illness can be hard to come…
Teenage years are often filled with changes and challenges. Teens are working to establish their identities, set a path for themselves, and figure out how they fit into the world around them. At the same time, their bodies and brains are going through changes that can result in chronic physical and mental health conditions. Mental…
Mental health concerns can make it difficult to get a good night’s sleep. This can be a vicious cycle, as poor sleep can worsen mental health symptoms. However, balancing sleep and mental health is possible with a few lifestyle changes. Explore some tips that can make a big difference to your sleep cycle, helping you…
One of the most important things to consider when seeking mental health treatment is insurance coverage. In the United States, mental health insurance coverage is a piecemeal patchwork, with some states and plans providing better coverage than others. However, there are federal and state laws in place that guarantee some mental health coverage for all…
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…
Have you noticed that your teen seems more anxious than usual in social situations? Do they avoid activities with friends and stay away from family gatherings? They might be struggling with social anxiety. If you’re wondering what you can do, Ascend is here with some answers. Read this blog to learn more about helping teens…
Here is our pre-assessment form for parents. This form is essential for us to evaluate whether your child will be a good fit both for our program and also for the current milieu/census of teens in the program, and we use it to support in the development of an initial treatment plan. We also use…
Missy is fifteen and often experiences extreme lows and extreme highs. One day she’s in a good mood and gets along with her family, friends, and teachers, and the next she goes into explosive rages and trashes her bedroom, lashes out at her loved ones, or hides in her bedroom and seems deeply depressed. Jamey…