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Can Being a Helicopter Parent Harm Your Teen?

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: November 15, 2020Updated: January 13, 2021The chances are that you have heard the phrase helicopter parent many times. Helicopter parenting means being too involved in all aspects of your children’s lives. Experts at Foothills at Red Oak Recovery describe this kind of…

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The Stress of Virtual Learning on Teens

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: November 6, 2020Updated: December 6, 2021Many schools are using virtual learning platforms because of the recent pandemic. In the recent past, more public schools in the US have embraced the internet as a crucial tool for academics. While students can gain in…

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5 Signs of Seasonal Depression in Teens

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: November 3, 2020Updated: January 13, 2021If your child experiences depression at the same time each year, they may be suffering from seasonal depression. This condition is a common disorder affecting many teens due to different circumstances. However, if you suspect your child…

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Stress and Mental Health

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: October 24, 2020Updated: November 24, 2020Many of those with mental disorders do not receive prompt treatment, so the condition persists into adulthood. Most adults admit to having at least one stress disorder, such as anxiety or depression. As such, it is essential…

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What is Mental Health Awareness Week?

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: October 9, 2020Updated: March 3, 2021To help recognize the National Alliance on Mental Illness’s (NAMI) awareness efforts, Congress established the first week of every October as National Mental Health Awareness Week. This initiative aims to help educate people in all 50 states…

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Importance of National Depression Awareness Week

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: October 6, 2020Updated: November 24, 2020The United States recognizes National Depression Awareness Week as part of Mental Health Awareness Week, which occurs during the first week of October. This initiative helps raise awareness surrounding one of America’s most common mental health disorders.…

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How to Celebrate World Mental Health Day

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: October 3, 2020Updated: November 24, 2020Mental Health Day is a way for people worldwide to create a unified voice regarding mental health awareness. Every year, people throughout the world celebrate World Mental Health Day on October 10th. Though mental health discussions should…

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3 Ways to Help Your Loved One With Stress Management

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: September 25, 2020Updated: August 31, 2020Everyone experiences stress. It’s our body’s way of letting us know of a condition that requires our attention, such as preparing for a job interview. Too much stress, though, isn’t a good thing. It has both short-…

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5 Ways to Help Your Loved One Manage Their Mental Health

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: September 16, 2020Updated: August 31, 2020Watching loved ones live with emotional pain is a painful experience. Often, they exist under the fierce hold of mental health challenges, which sometimes leads to substance abuse. We desperately want to help but might not know…

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3 Ways the Environment Can Impact Adolescent Mental Health

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: September 15, 2020Updated: August 30, 2020Your child is hurting, and you will do anything to help them. But it’s hard to understand their feelings and what drives them – family structure? Genetics? Relationships? Doctors increasingly recognize the role of the environment in…