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Teen Personality Disorders and Self-Harm: What Parents Need to Know

At The Ridge RTC, we work with families facing some of the most challenging moments in their teens’ lives. One of the most difficult combinations we treat is the intersection of teen personality disorders and self-harming behaviors. When parents first learn their teen may have a personality disorder, the diagnosis can feel overwhelming. Add self-harm […]

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Hidden Self-Harm Warning Signs Parents Often Miss

Parenting Teens, Self Harm / seobrands

Recognizing self-harm warning signs in adolescents can be challenging for even the most attentive parents. Teenagers often conceal their struggles due to shame, fear, or a desire to protect their families from worry. These warning signs, which may be subtle or easily dismissed as typical teenage behavior, are critical to identify early for your teen’s

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Self-Harm in Teens: A Parent’s Guide to Understanding and Support

Adolescence, Self Harm / seobrands

When teenagers hurt themselves, they’re usually trying to cope with overwhelming emotional pain, not cause physical injury. Self-harm in teens typically serves as a release valve for feelings they don’t know how to process or express in healthier ways. Understanding this fundamental truth is the first step toward providing effective, compassionate support. Table of Contents

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