Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored BySharon FindlaySharon Findlay read morePublished: January 12, 2022Updated: January 3, 2022Teenage years can be challenging. Many teens test boundaries and their own independence. For many, this results in behavioral changes. Some of these might be beneficial, like taking up a new sport…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored BySharon FindlaySharon Findlay read morePublished: January 5, 2022Updated: January 3, 2022The new year can make everyone feel like it’s time to assess goals and set new goals for the year ahead. It’s a daunting and exciting time for life changes. For those…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored ByDoug CarterDoug Carter read morePublished: December 23, 2021Updated: December 8, 2021Today, art classes are less and less common in school. Many teens may not have the opportunities to express themselves creatively. Alternatively, they may lack the self-confidence they may need to engage…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored BySharon FindlaySharon Findlay read morePublished: December 5, 2021Updated: December 8, 2021As the holidays approach, daylight savings kicks in, and people spend more time inside. At this time of year, your teen might experience an urge to spend extra time on their smartphone.…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored ByDoug CarterDoug Carter read morePublished: November 23, 2021Updated: November 19, 2021Teens around the country are struggling every day. Most doctors approach a teenager’s symptoms as individual symptoms rather than pieces of a person’s life puzzle. However, a holistic approach may be necessary…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored ByDoug CarterDoug Carter read morePublished: November 13, 2021Updated: November 19, 2021Alternative and experiential treatments for health and well-being are increasingly popular, including among teenagers. Whether a teen is struggling with an eating disorder, substance abuse, social media, video games, or co-occurring disorders,…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored ByDoug CarterDoug Carter read morePublished: November 4, 2021Updated: November 19, 2021Marijuana, also known as cannabis or pot, is one of the most popular substances in the US. The drug has a reputation for being harmless, but it can still cause severe consequences…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored ByDoug CarterDoug Carter read morePublished: November 3, 2021Updated: November 19, 2021Discussion of addiction typically centers on the abuse of drugs or alcohol. These are probably the most widespread use disorders, not just in the United States but around the world. Addiction isn’t…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored BySharon FindlaySharon Findlay read morePublished: October 7, 2021Updated: October 7, 2021When it comes to adolescent treatment centers, parents and guardians should make a decision based on what will best serve their teens and their specific treatment-related needs. For example, gender-specific and age-specific…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: August 31, 2021Updated: August 18, 2021Parents can struggle to find the right treatment options for a teen that needs mental health or drug rehab services. Residential addiction treatment is typically one of those options. When a teen is going to live in…
