Concerned mom sits on couch with teen son, as she wonders hat the best way to treat his trauma is

What Is the Best Way to Treat Trauma in Teens?

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: May 23, 2023Updated: April 24, 2023Adolescents who have survived a traumatic event can develop depression, anxiety, PTSD, or a substance use disorder. These are natural responses to the trauma they have experienced. However, untreated mental health issues can affect a person’s ability…

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How Does Equine Therapy Work?

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: May 18, 2023Updated: April 24, 2023Equine therapy services have been assisting people in changing negative thinking and behavioral patterns for years. But how does equine therapy work? If you’d like to learn more about teen equine therapy, call Foothills at Red Oak…

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What Does Psychological Testing Reveal?

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: May 3, 2023Updated: April 20, 2023Psychological testing for teens is a valuable tool for identifying mental health conditions. For parents concerned about a teen’s mental health, psychological testing can be the key to figuring out what type of help a teen needs.If…

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Is Therapy for Families Effective?

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: March 27, 2023Updated: February 23, 2023Substance misuse affects much more than the individual using drugs or alcohol alone. In fact, it can also severely impact the family surrounding the person who is suffering. Fortunately, teen family therapy can help repair damaged relationships…

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Important Benefits of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored BySharon FindlaySharon Findlay read morePublished: March 6, 2023Updated: April 24, 2023There aren’t many adolescent substance abuse treatment centers in NC that focus only on helping young males ages 14 to 17. Thankfully, Foothills at Red Oak Recovery’s adolescent programs make it possible…

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Stress Management Techniques for Teens

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: February 4, 2023Updated: February 23, 2023When a teenager is going through a moment of depression or anxiety, we often feel like they are just, ‘being a teen’. However, teenagers often go through emotional highs and lows due to stress. Stress management techniques…

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What Are the Signs of an Addictive Personality?

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: February 3, 2023Updated: February 23, 2023Did you know that people show signs of having an addictive personality at an early age? Often, the line between acceptable and unacceptable hobbies and behaviors is hard to see. With that said, how do people know…

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Benefits of Teen Mental Health Treatment

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: February 1, 2023Updated: February 23, 2023Making the decision to enroll your child in a program that provides teen mental health treatment is a big one. It allows your teen to talk to another person about what is happening to them as well…