Adolescents and teenagers seem to be tired all the time. Getting them up in the morning for school is a task, they sleep all day, then they seem to be up all night. Today’s adolescents and teens face more pressure than in previous generations, prepping for their resumes at earlier ages by taking on multiple…
Trauma is one of the most misunderstood mental health conditions. When trauma occurs, it impacts your brain’s functionality and stays there for the long term. Early childhood trauma can create an uncomfortable and even dangerous mental health situation for many people. If you have a loved one facing it, it’s important to have professional help. Stonewater…
Here’s a common misconception. Teens are moody – if your teen is upset all of the time, it’s nothing to worry about. The fact is, many people fail to see the signs of depression in teens or young adults, and that leads to years of struggling with overall mental health. If you think your teen is…
Anxiety is a common emotion. Most of the time, it works to provide a type of warning for you when there is a risky situation. However, in some people, anxiety can worsen and take over your thoughts so much so that it makes it hard to manage. Understanding the signs of anxiety, especially how they present…
Today, the reasons for anxiety are everywhere. Between an unexpected virus closing many states and countries across the world and stress from school and work, your teen is under an extreme amount of pressure. To deal with this mental health condition, many teens turn to substances, such as drugs or alcohol, which can lead to…
In nearly every teen movie, there is at least one scene where the teens get together for a big party. Almost invariably, the teens drink alcohol during the party. As a result, many teens assume that drinking alcohol is a normal part of coming of age. Unfortunately, this assumption can have significant impacts on the…
If your teen is struggling with substance use, seeking treatment is essential. However, you may wonder if you should seek secular treatment or faith-based substance use treatment. Today’s recent research states that faith in adolescent substance use treatment can be extremely helpful for long-term recovery. If you need faith-based adolescent substance use treatment, contact Stonewater…
Of all the alcohol consumed in the United States, teens between the ages of 12 and 20 years old are responsible for consuming 11% of it, according to the National Institute On Alcohol Abuse And Alcoholism. Problematically, alcoholism in adults is difficult to catch because they drink less often than adults. However, during their drinking…
When it comes to substance use treatment, there are a range of methods treatment specialists may use. Some of these are evidence-based, which means that experts in substance use treatment have studied them extensively. Others are holistic. These treatments are useful in substance use treatment for the entire person: mind, body, and soul. One exceptional…
DoMore teens and adolescents than ever have struggled with depression. However, it is challenging to manage depression at home. Therefore, it is essential to learn how to help support your teen while they recover from depression. At Stonewater Adolescent Recovery Center, we offer your teen and your family the support they need throughout the recovery…