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Tips for Avoiding the Holiday Blues

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored ByDoug CarterDoug Carter read morePublished: December 3, 2021Updated: December 8, 2021During the month of December, the days get shorter and colder, and the holidays get closer. Though this time of year involves joy and merriment, the holiday season can contribute to seasonal…

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Disordered Eating Help near South Carolina

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored BySharon FindlaySharon Findlay read morePublished: November 28, 2021Updated: November 19, 2021Teens across the country are affected by disordered eating every day. Pressure from social media, peers, and athletic teams can lead teens and young adults to develop unhealthy body image and eating…

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Avoiding Trauma Triggers During the Holidays

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored BySharon FindlaySharon Findlay read morePublished: November 25, 2021Updated: November 19, 2021The holidays can be stressful for everyone. For many teens, the winter months and holidays can be even more challenging. Holiday events, school breaks, and family stress can trigger physical and emotional…

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Reasons to Seek Holistic Healing for Your Teen

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored ByDoug CarterDoug Carter read morePublished: November 23, 2021Updated: November 19, 2021Teens around the country are struggling every day. Most doctors approach a teenager’s symptoms as individual symptoms rather than pieces of a person’s life puzzle. However, a holistic approach may be necessary…

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The Dangers of Self-Harm to Teen Health

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored ByDoug CarterDoug Carter read morePublished: November 20, 2021Updated: November 19, 2021Teens face social, emotional, and academic pressure every day. As their bodies continue to grow and develop through hormonal changes, daily pressures can become increasingly stressful. Many teens struggle to engage with…

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3 Ways to Avoid Seasonal Depression Triggers

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored ByDoug CarterDoug Carter read morePublished: November 10, 2021Updated: November 19, 2021As the days get shorter and the weather gets colder, seasonal depression may creep in. Less natural light, fewer opportunities to spend time outside, and winter weather are common causes of seasonal…

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3 Dangers of Marijuana

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored ByDoug CarterDoug Carter read morePublished: November 4, 2021Updated: November 19, 2021Marijuana, also known as cannabis or pot, is one of the most popular substances in the US. The drug has a reputation for being harmless, but it can still cause severe consequences…

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How to Talk So Teens Will Listen

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored ByDoug CarterDoug Carter read morePublished: November 4, 2021Updated: November 19, 2021It is something that has baffled the mind since the dawn of humanity: learning how to talk to your teens. Even the most intelligent parents with impeccable communication skills may not know…

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Top Common Co-Occurring Issues in Adolescents

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored BySharon FindlaySharon Findlay read morePublished: November 4, 2021Updated: December 29, 2021Co-occurring disorders, or the simultaneous existence of drug abuse and mental health issues, are common across the United States. The prevalence of co-occurring problems among adolescents is much higher. The majority of…

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What Is Functional Family Therapy and How It Can Help

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored ByDoug CarterDoug Carter read morePublished: October 27, 2021Updated: October 7, 2021Do you believe your family could benefit from trying family therapy? Many families can be helped with access to the support of family therapy. Even if a family is not experiencing extreme…