When a person is incarcerated and removed from society, their mental illness follows them. The Bureau of Justice Statistics reports that over half of all inmates experience mental health episodes […]
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Hearing that your teenager has a mental health condition can be a terrifying experience for any parent. The good news is that many mental health issues can be treated or
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It should come as no surprise that some of the people dealing with mental health issues in adulthood experienced events during their childhood or adolescence that made it difficult for
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As you might already know, treatment for mental health issues is highly personal. What works for one person might not work for someone else. Further, what works one year for
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If you are concerned that your teen might need mental health care but you do not have medical insurance or you have a high deductible, a low income, or some
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You’ve heard the adage, “you are what you eat.” In some ways, this is true. If you eat fresh, healthy foods most of the time, you are more likely to
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There are no two ways about it: High school can be very stressful. If you think back to your own high school experiences, you might remember some stress around tasks
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Many parents who find out that their teen is experiencing mental health challenges may experience confusion around what mental health services are best for their adolescent. This may be especially
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Female teens typically have different needs than male teens. In fact, many experts now recognize that female teens are more vulnerable to mood disorders, including depression and anxiety. Research also indicates that
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You probably know that going outside with wet hair will not give you pneumonia, and that if you swallow gum, it will not actually remain in your stomach for seven
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