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From Fights to Friends: Tips for Building Better Sibling Relationships

Help your kids master the art of getting along. Siblings fight. They argue, annoy each other, and get on each other’s nerves. It’s normal behavior—to an extent. However, siblings who fight constantly might be suffering from underlying issues. The good news: there are things you can do to foster better relationships and keep the peace. […]
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How to Help Adolescents Manage Holiday Stress

Holidays can invite anxiety and depression, but these tips can help your child find peace and comfort. The holidays should be a time of joy and celebration for everyone. But for children or teens who are struggling with mental or physical health, insecurities, body issues, eating disorders, or other stress, the holidays aren’t as magical […]
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4 Ways to Help Your Child Deal with Big Emotions

Anger doesn’t have to be the default. Adolescents often feel like they carry the weight of the world on their shoulders. As grown-ups, we know some feelings get blown out of proportion. But they matter to the person experiencing them, so it’s our job to help them navigate their feelings, especially when situations cause anger […]
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16 Positive Affirmations You Can Say to Your Child

Learning how to think positively starts with you. Children are like sponges; they absorb what’s around them. That’s why positive affirmations can be so empowering. When youth regularly hear affirmations, they internalize them, which guides them through challenges and reinforces self-worth. When your child is struggling to belong, handle emotions, or overcome a challenge, positive […]
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It’s National Native American Heritage Month: Here’s How Mental Health Awareness Plays a Role

Help those around you be proud of who they are. We celebrate National Native American Heritage Month in November for many reasons, most importantly to honor the warmth and kindness Natives showed early settlers, which led to the first Thanksgiving. It’s important to recognize the culture, traditions, and achievements of our Native Americans, but it’s […]
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Adolescent Anger: What’s Normal and What’s Not

Here’s how to tell if outbursts and tantrums go beyond normal expectations. Most children experience occasional tantrums or emotional outbursts, but frequent and uncontrollable anger could indicate underlying issues. Excessive anger could be due to ADHD, anxiety, trauma, learning disorders, sensory processing issues, and autism spectrum disorder. It’s important for parents to know what’s normal […]
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How to Spot ADHD in Adolescents

October is ADHD Awareness Month. Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is more than just symptoms; it’s a lens through which many experience the world. The CDC estimates that 11.3% of children ages 5 to 17 have been diagnosed with ADHD. However, the actual number of youth with ADHD is likely much higher because this condition often goes […]
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A Day in the Life: What to Expect in the TSAY Program

Here’s what our adolescents experience in our inpatient program. The adolescent years are filled with fluctuating hormones and piqued sexual interest. However, some children go beyond what’s considered normal and develop sexual aggressions that could pose a risk to themselves and others. There is hope—here’s a closer look at the TSAY program designed to address […]
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September is National Suicide Prevention Month

Here's how you can help young people who might be at risk of suicide. One in five teens have seriously contemplated suicide. Mental health challenges are a growing concern, and teens need to know they’re not alone. Here’s how you can observe National Suicide Prevention Month and help teens who might be at risk. Learn […]
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Childhood Trauma Can Impact the Brain: Here’s How

Highlights from a recent study show why early intervention is key. Children’s brains continue to develop into adulthood, constantly evolving based on their experiences. That’s why childhood trauma can significantly alter brain structure and function. It impacts emotional regulation, memory processing, and stress response throughout life. For children who have experienced trauma, early intervention and […]
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Traumatized children develop strategies for coping- some functional and some dysfunctional. We strive to empower youth and their families to overcome their difficulties and fulfill their potential.
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