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Why Do Children Get Depressed? 

Helping Parents and Teens Understand Childhood Depression  Childhood depression is a serious mental health condition that affects millions of children and teens each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Despite being a common condition, childhood depression is often misunderstood and stigmatized. Many parents struggle to understand why

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The 5 Most Common Mental Disorders in Teens

The Five Most Common Mental Disorders in Teens And How Therapy Can Help Mental disorders in teens often arise from the social and emotional changes they experience while growing up. Traumatic events, such as a serious accident or illness, natural disaster, bullying, or loss of a loved one, can also

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How Do I Know If My Teenager Needs Counseling?

Signs your child needs behavioral therapy When your teenager exhibits signs that they may be struggling with their mental health, it can be difficult to determine the best course of action. You may ask yourself things like:“Is this just a phase?”“How serious are these issues?”“How do I know if my

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What Are the Most Common Mental Health Issues in Adolescence?

Adolescent mental health is always a concern for parents and is a growing issue nationwide. Anxiety disorders and depression are the most common mental health conditions affecting adolescents. These disorders affect approximately 14% of children between the ages of 3 and 17. That is why finding comprehensive teen and adolescent

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How to Talk to a Child About Acts of Violence

Knowing how to talk to a child about acts of violence such as mass shootings can be difficult. Whether they’ve witnessed a violent event or just heard about it, children often feel scared, unsafe, and confused about what happened. They may lose trust in the ability of others to protect

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What Are the Benefits of Outpatient Mental Health Treatment For Children?

What Are the Benefits of Outpatient Mental Health Treatment For Children?

When a child is experiencing mental health challenges that negatively impact their life, outpatient therapy could be a good treatment option. Outpatient mental health treatment allows children, in most cases, to continue attending school while gaining valuable coping and communication skills from regular therapy sessions. embrace U’s adolescent therapy program

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How Does Social Media Affect Adolescent Mental Health?

How Does Social Media Affect Adolescent Mental Health?

The relationship between social media and mental health is complicated, but it’s something that parents should be aware of as their kids grow up in an increasingly digital world. How does social media affect adolescent mental health? In this guide, we’ll examine the impact social media can have on adolescents,

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Programs for Youth Mental Health Disorders in Tennessee?

Programs for Youth Mental Health Disorders in Tennessee?

If you’re looking for a Tennessee-based mental health program for your child, figuring out what’s available in your area can be confusing. There are dozens of programs and therapists specializing in treating children with various mental health symptoms, but finding the right one can take some time and effort. Options

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