Is There A Connection Between ADD/ADHD and Extreme Internet Use?

Is There A Connection Between ADD/ADHD and Extreme...

ADHD/ADD numbers in children are on the rise. There is a definite increase in the popularity of social network connections, video games, and online movies, music and T.V. over the last decade. This has made researchers question whether...

How Can I Protect My Kids and Still Let Them Be Independent?

How Can I Protect My Kids and Still Let Them Be Independent?

It can be difficult for teens to have a feeling of self-sufficiency and independence when their parents are always looking over their shoulders and micro-managing their every activity. Everybody needs a little space. That’s why it...

How Does Teen Addiction Happen?

How Does Teen Addiction Happen?

If your teen is exhibiting signs of using drugs or alcohol, you may be wondering, “How can I get my teen help?” In order to get your teen the therapy they need, it is critical to have a firm grasp of how the brain is...

The Dangers of Social Media: Nothing is Ever Truly Gone

The Dangers of Social Media: Nothing is Ever Truly Gone

Most parents are aware of the dangers of teens using social media without guidance, whether it be at school or at home. The posts and pictures that teens are posting to Facebook, SnapChat, and other social networking sites can prove...

Copper Canyon Academy Has Closed Its Doors

Copper Canyon Academy Has Closed Its Doors

Copper Canyon Academy was established in October of 1998 by Tammy Behrmann and her brother Darren Prince. With her brother's help, Behrmann was able to build Copper Canyon Academy into a quality therapeutic boarding school for teenage...

Turning Your Child Into An Animal: What Are Teachers in Nebraska Doing?

Turning Your Child Into An Animal: What Are Teachers in...

Soon, you will not be allowed to refer to your sons and daughters as boys and girls. Well, you could, I guess. But the purple penguins will be looking down on you. Fox News reported on a school in Lincoln, Nebraska, who has encouraged...

Blood Tests Predict Schizophrenia

Blood Tests Predict Schizophrenia

As World Mental Heath Day is celebrated, the focus this year is in schizophrenia awareness. New research has made some interesting findings. Researchers are suggesting simple blood tests could tell if people are at a higher risk than...

4 Signs That Your Teen May Be Abusing Drugs

4 Signs That Your Teen May Be Abusing Drugs

Drug Abuse Is Growing Among Teens With drug abuse becoming an increasingly large problem among teens, it is becoming more important than ever for parents to know what the signs are that their child may have developed an issue with...

Several Wilderness Therapy Providers To Speak At American Psychological Association Conference

Several Wilderness Therapy Providers To Speak At American...

Wilderness Therapy Is Becoming A Larger Part Of The Mental Health Care Network Across the country, more and more parents are turning to wilderness therapy programs for help when their children begin to struggle with issues like...