If your teenager won’t go to school, there’s probably more to it than just a general dislike of class and homework. Teen school refusal is a somewhat common issue, affecting up to 15% of school-aged kids. But that doesn’t make it any less harmful, nor does it speak to the underlying mental health issues that
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Supporting a struggling teen is overwhelming. Not only do you face a wide variety of treatment options, but you may also encounter conflicting advice. From weekly therapy sessions to intensive residential programs, there are many available levels of care that you need to understand so you can match the right intervention to your teen’s particular
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Your teen begins to lash out at you for seemingly no reason. All they want to do is stay in their room. They barely come out to eat or shower, and even then, it’s because you made them. Sound familiar? This is what it can be like to live with a teen who is struggling
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The teen mental health crisis has now reached alarming levels. The growing problem demands the immediate attention of government leaders, healthcare providers, educators, and parents. Recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicates that approximately 40% of high school students experience persistent, intense feelings of sadness or hopelessness [1]. The World
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School – and especially high school – can be tough on adolescents, but does school cause depression, or is it just a common contributing factor? Rates of teen depression were already on the rise before the COVID pandemic. Today, the rates have reached concerning new heights, with roughly 40% of high school students reporting persistent
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For many families, getting a teen out the door in the morning can be a daily challenge. But when that resistance to school becomes consistent, severe, and emotionally challenging, you may be dealing with something more serious: school refusal. At The Ridge RTC, we offer support to adolescents facing complex mental health challenges, including school
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If you’re unsure how to parent a teenager with depression, you’re not alone. Depression affects about 20% of teens aged 12 to 17 in the United States. That means a significant number of families are navigating life with a depressed teen, as well as the many questions and challenges it presents. The Ridge RTC is
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What causes teen depression? And equally important, what are the signs of depression in teens that parents and caregivers need to be aware of? Depression, a mental health condition that causes symptoms such as persistent sadness, hopelessness, fatigue, and loss of interest in school and activities, affects roughly 20% of adolescents aged 12-17. That’s a
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Many parents will tell you they have an angsty teen, but it’s not always clear what teenage angst is, or when it’s a problem. So, what is teen angst, and how should parents respond? Angst refers to feelings of anxiety, dread, or insecurity, all of which are quite common for teens. However, sometimes angst can
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Are you a parent or caregiver wondering how to help a teenager with anxiety and depression? Recognizing there’s a problem is an important first step, and the precursor to offering the right kind of support. Anxiety and depression are two of the most common mental health conditions affecting adolescents. Among 15-19 year olds, roughly 5.5%
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