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Stress Management Techniques for Teens

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: February 4, 2023Updated: February 23, 2023When a teenager is going through a moment of depression or anxiety, we often feel like they are just, ‘being a teen’. However, teenagers often go through emotional highs and lows due to stress. Stress management techniques…

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Triggers of a Panic Attack

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: December 5, 2022Updated: December 28, 2022Panic attacks can occur when you have an anxiety disorder. Triggers of a panic attack may be challenging to anticipate, especially if you have not reached out for treatment for your anxiety disorder. Panic disorder is a…

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Common Mood Disorders in Teens

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: December 4, 2022Updated: December 28, 2022During the transition from childhood to adulthood, teens experience many emotional, hormonal, intellectual, physical, and social changes. Combined with other stressors, they easily feel overwhelmed and develop certain mental health issues. In particular, mood disorders in teens…

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Benefits of Behavioral Therapy for Anxiety

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: November 10, 2022Updated: October 28, 2022More than 30% of American teens are living with an anxiety disorder, and many do not get the treatment they need due to stigma, inaccessibility, and co-occurring mental health concerns. A cognitive-behavioral therapy program is an important…

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Panic Attack vs. Anxiety Attack

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: September 26, 2022Updated: October 3, 2022People often use the terms panic attack or anxiety attack to refer to the same experience. However, there are key differences between a panic attack vs. an anxiety attack. Knowing the differences can help your teenager find…

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What Is Equine Therapy?

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: August 11, 2022Updated: August 12, 2022There are many types of therapy available for those who need help to recover from substance use disorders and other mental health concerns. Equine therapy is one approach that uses horses to help people heal both physically…

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How Many Teens Have Anxiety?

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamMedically Reviewed BySharon FindlaySharon Findlay read morePublished: June 21, 2022Updated: June 29, 2022Today’s teenagers struggle with increasing levels of anxiety and a lack of anxiety treatment. Today, over 30 percent of teens struggle with anxiety. Unfortunately, a lack of mental health education, resources,…

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What to Do After an Anxiety Attack

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamMedically Reviewed BySharon FindlaySharon Findlay read morePublished: June 11, 2022Updated: June 29, 2022Anxiety attacks can be scary, especially when someone doesn’t know what’s happening. Unfortunately, anxiety is increasingly common today. A staggering number of teenagers struggle with anxiety every day. Academic, family, peer,…

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Helping Your Teen Cope with Panic Attacks

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: May 20, 2022Updated: May 10, 2022Living with panic attacks can be devastating without the proper support. It can lead to social isolation, low self-esteem, and suicidal thoughts. Finding panic attack treatment for your child could save their life. It can give your…