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Types of Eating Disorders

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: October 10, 2022Updated: December 14, 2022Eating disorders in teens are prevalent. Teens are surrounded by so much pressure to be thin and fit, which can lead to dangerous behaviors. Many types of eating disorders can cause serious physical and emotional harm. It…

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How to Stage an Intervention for Teens

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: October 1, 2022Updated: October 31, 2022Teen substance use is one of the most distressing things that a family can go through. It’s very difficult to watch your loved one struggle. Fortunately, holding an intervention can show teenagers how much their families love…

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5 Different Types of Counselors for Teens

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: September 28, 2022Updated: August 29, 2022When adolescent boys struggle with substance use and other mental health concerns, it often takes a team of counselors to ensure they get the right treatment for their needs. We bring together several types of counselors in…

Social media and self esteem

The Link Between Social Media and Low Self-Esteem

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: September 23, 2022Updated: August 29, 2022Almost every teen enjoys connecting with peers online, but parents may worry about how social media affects self-esteem. Social media and self-esteem can have a positive or negative relationship, depending on how it’s used and the teen’s…

Eating disorders vs disordered eating

Eating Disorders vs. Disordered Eating: What’s the Difference?

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: September 13, 2022Updated: August 29, 2022Unless you have personal experience with the two, you probably aren’t aware of the difference between eating disorders and disordered eating. Although both are an unhealthy relationship with food, there is a significant difference between disordered eating…

Vicarious traumatization

Understanding Vicarious Traumatization Impact on Teens

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: September 9, 2022Updated: August 29, 2022It can be confusing when your teen seems traumatized over events like a friend’s car accident or a school shooting on the other side of the country. Experiencing trauma over events that happen to others is a…

Childhood trauma in teens

How Childhood Trauma Can Affect a Teen’s Behavior

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: September 7, 2022Updated: August 29, 2022Childhood trauma can happen in many ways. When it isn’t adequately addressed, untreated childhood trauma can go on to have a significant impact on a teen’s health and happiness. A teen trauma treatment program can provide the…

Unresolved trauma and addiction

How Unresolved Teenage Trauma Can Lead to Addiction Later in Life

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: September 5, 2022Updated: August 29, 2022No parent wants to see their child become addicted to drugs or alcohol. However, many individuals who develop substance use disorders later in life have a history of untreated trauma in their childhood or teenage years. If…

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The Benefits of Group Therapy Sessions For Teens

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: August 31, 2022Updated: August 5, 2022Group and family therapy can be powerful tools for helping teens recover from substance use disorders and other mental illnesses. They have been used in treatment for decades, and even groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics…

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What Helps With Panic Attacks?

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: August 29, 2022Updated: August 5, 2022People who live with panic disorder can struggle to maintain their quality of life through intense and frequent episodes of anxiety. Many people don’t know what helps with panic attacks or where to get panic attack help.…