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.…

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3 Different Types of Mood Disorders

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: August 22, 2022Updated: August 5, 2022In treating drug and alcohol use, co-occurring disorders are the norm, not the exception. Frequently, people beginning substance use disorder treatment will present with a mood disorder and need specialized treatment to simultaneously heal from their mental…

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What Is Equine Therapy?

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: August 11, 2022Updated: August 12, 2022There are many types of therapy available for those who need help to recover from substance use disorders and other mental health concerns. Equine therapy is one approach that uses horses to help people heal both physically…

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How to Improve Your Teens Poor Academic Performance

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: August 8, 2022Updated: August 5, 2022You know your child has the potential to do well in school, but instead of the great academic performance they are capable of, report cards are filled with low grades and concerns about their problematic behaviors. It’s…

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5 Fun Teen Therapy Activities for Your Teen

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: July 29, 2022Updated: August 5, 2022Therapy has a reputation for being a serious, sometimes painful experience that requires clients to go deep into their emotions. While that is sometimes the best approach, therapy can also be fun and playful. Most teen therapy…

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3 Benefits of Animal Caretaking Treatment for You or a Loved One

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: July 15, 2022Updated: August 5, 2022Therapy comes in many forms. Boys who enjoy being around animals may benefit from the animal caretaking program at Foothills at Red Oak Recovery. Our program includes equine therapy, where participants learn how to feed, groom, saddle,…

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Why a Family Therapy Addiction Program Could Be the Answer

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: July 13, 2022Updated: August 5, 2022Addiction impacts all areas of a young person’s life, especially family relationships. A family therapy program helps get to the root of addictive behaviors and helps all family members offer constructive support to a loved one healing…