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What Happens When Childhood Trauma Goes Untreated?

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: May 30, 2023Updated: April 24, 2023When trauma occurs in childhood, it can lead to many long-term effects. Trauma can change how the brain functions and affect a child’s quality of life as they grow into adulthood. Untreated childhood trauma can lead to…

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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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Importance of Healing from Trauma

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: November 7, 2022Updated: October 28, 2022Trauma is an emotional reaction to a distressing event. Immediate traumatic reactions, such as denial or shock, are to be expected after a person has experienced something extremely upsetting, but it is the long-term effects of trauma…

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Trauma and Depression in Kids

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: October 17, 2022Updated: October 3, 2022Trauma is a response to an experience that a person finds deeply disturbing and distressing. This response can be emotional, psychological, or both. Exposure to trauma is a significant contributor to depression. However, a comprehensive depression treatment…

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Trauma-Informed Care in North Carolina

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: October 3, 2022Updated: September 30, 2022Trauma-informed care in North Carolina means recognizing the symptoms, signs, and risks of trauma to fully support the needs of individual clients. When a traumatic event has impacted a person, they may suffer throughout their life if…

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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…

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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…

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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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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…