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Managing Social Anxiety During the Holidays

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored ByDoug CarterDoug Carter read morePublished: December 4, 2020Updated: December 22, 2021Suppose you think of having an enjoyable time with your friends and family members, but you worry about social stress. If you have difficulties visiting other people, attending a social gathering, or…

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4 Ways to Support Your Son’s Mental Health

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: November 27, 2020Updated: January 13, 2021Caring parents understand that their children’s mental health is among the most significant things in life. Their overall health is essential as it affects the quality of life. Foothills at Red Oak Recovery concurs that attentiveness to…

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4 Benefits of Family Therapy for Adolescents

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: September 8, 2020Updated: August 31, 2020The effects of substance abuse have a long reach. They pose risks to you as an individual, but also to your family. That’s why many rehab centers make family therapy available as part of their treatment programs.Family…

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4 Benefits of Addiction Treatment for Adolescent Boys

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: September 4, 2020Updated: December 6, 2021No two stories are alike in the journey through substance abuse. The challenge consists of many variables. The way out is through hard work. Because substance abuse circumstances are individualized, it helps to have specialized rehab programs…

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Childhood Trauma and Substance Abuse

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored ByDoug CarterDoug Carter read morePublished: August 7, 2020Updated: December 22, 2021Several studies reveal that there is a link between childhood trauma and substance use. Unfortunately, childhood trauma can impact your life into adulthood, resulting in substance use disorders. If you’ve battled childhood…

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Stress Management Techniques

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: July 21, 2020Updated: July 14, 2020Addiction is a dangerous and chronic disease that doesn’t discriminate, meaning anyone, regardless of age, race, or gender, can develop a substance abuse disorder. All psychoactive substances, including legal ones like alcohol, can cause addiction. Addiction is…

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What is Psychotherapy and How Can It Help Me?

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: May 12, 2020Updated: September 20, 2021When you’re wondering, “What is psychotherapy?” you’re not alone. That term is referring to the range of treatments available to help address emotional challenges, mental health issues, and some psychiatric disorders. The goal behind psychotherapy is to…

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Mental Health with Teens and School

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: April 25, 2020Updated: April 8, 2020Mental health with teens and school-related stress can aggravate mental health symptoms. Academic and social pressures at school can lead to increased anxiety. Sometimes, symptoms of mental health conditions in teens are mistaken for typical adolescent moodiness.…

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How to Talk About Mental Health to Teens

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: April 21, 2020Updated: April 8, 2020Anxiety disorders, which include conditions like Generalized Anxiety Disorder, PTSD, and OCD, can cause severe symptoms.  These can prevent you from living a healthy and productive life. The prevalence of mental illness and the severity of symptoms…

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Teens and Mental Health

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: March 26, 2020Updated: March 10, 2020It is not uncommon today for teenagers to struggle with mental disorders. As such, teens and mental health is an issue that continues to garner attention from parents, teachers, and mental health professionals.Common mental health disorders include…