Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored ByDoug CarterDoug Carter read morePublished: February 15, 2022Updated: February 2, 2022Art is one of the most ancient ways humans express their emotions and desires. Unfortunately, art programs are less and less common in school. Many adolescents no longer experience the joys of…
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Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored BySharon FindlaySharon Findlay read morePublished: February 11, 2022Updated: February 2, 2022Today, teenagers around the country struggle with disordered eating. While some may suffer from eating disorders like anorexia or bulimia, others suffer from less specific disordered eating habits. These might include yo-yo…
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Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored ByDoug CarterDoug Carter read morePublished: February 10, 2022Updated: February 2, 2022Teens across the country battle addiction and mental health disorders every day. While some teens may hide these behaviors from family and friends, over time, drug use, video game dependency, and disordered…
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Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored ByDoug CarterDoug Carter read morePublished: February 8, 2022Updated: February 2, 2022People all over the world live with mood disorders every day. Increased understanding of brain chemistry, emotions, and symptoms of mood disorders has greatly increased their diagnosis. Unfortunately, many of today’s teenagers…
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Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored BySharon FindlaySharon Findlay read morePublished: February 4, 2022Updated: February 2, 2022The internet is a remarkable innovation of modern life. It’s hard to imagine or remember life before the internet. Today’s teenagers have never known that world. Parents across the globe may worry…
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Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: February 2, 2022Updated: February 2, 2022Research shows that millions of children in the US experience some form of trauma each year. Most of the cases go unreported because many adolescents may fail to seek professional help, citing shame. If the condition is…
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Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: February 2, 2022Updated: April 7, 2022Eating disorders can occur for a variety of reasons. But it is important to understand anyone can ultimately develop an eating disorder. Adolescence can be a trying time for teens, especially those who struggle to foster and…
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Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: February 2, 2022Updated: April 7, 2022Being a teenager isn’t easy. First, teens need to keep their grades up in tough high school subjects. Second, they’re pressured to join many extracurricular activities for their college résumé. Third, adolescents often struggle with making friends,…
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Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored ByDoug CarterDoug Carter read morePublished: February 1, 2022Updated: February 2, 2022Today, even a few hours without a smartphone can seem virtually impossible. Many parents may joke that their teenagers are addicted to their smartphones. Unfortunately, smartphone addiction is real and prevalent among…
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Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored ByDoug CarterDoug Carter read morePublished: January 28, 2022Updated: January 3, 2022Winter months can be challenging for young people. Changes in schedule, shorter days, and less time outside all contribute to seasonal depression or seasonal affective disorder. Many teenagers struggle to share their…
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