what is equine therapy

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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Talking to Your Teen About Peer Pressure

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: August 5, 2022Updated: August 8, 2022As children move into their adolescent and teen years, their social lives start going through dramatic changes. Instead of going on playdates, social activities involve events and parties. With that also comes teen peer pressure. Wanting to…

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3 Advantages of Attending Rehab Away from Home

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: May 30, 2021Updated: March 3, 2022If you have a teenage or adolescent son with substance use disorders, it’s essential to find the best facility for his needs. Often, that means considering substance abuse treatment away from home. Foothills at Red Oak Recovery is a…

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3 Benefits of Rehab for Teen Drug Abuse

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: March 30, 2021Updated: April 13, 2021Teen drug use isn’t safe, no matter the type, amount, or frequency. Using drugs during these years creates a high risk for more complicated and life-threatening drug use in the future. It also limits cognitive development and…

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3 Signs You’re Enabling Substance Abuse in Your Teen

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: January 19, 2021Updated: January 6, 2021At Foothills at Red Oak Recovery in North Carolina, we address all factors that impact teen substance abuse. This includes family therapy services and information on how to support your son without enabling his substance abuse. So,…

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Disordered Eating and Substance Abuse

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: June 27, 2020Updated: May 29, 2020Eating disorders can occur because of body image issues and anxiety. Teens are also at risk of using drugs and alcohol. Teens with mental health disorders are more likely to use psychoactive substances, which makes disordered eating…

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Drug and Substance Abuse in Teens

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: May 3, 2020Updated: April 22, 2020Teens are still developing, meaning that their decision-making and logical reasoning centers are still maturing. Many teens have abused prescription drugs at least once; as a result, addiction is a natural consequence. Fortunately, drug and substance abuse…