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Is Childhood and Teen Depression Different than Adult Depression?
Yes. Depression often looks different in children and teens than it does in adults. In addition to sadness, loss of interest in activities, and withdrawal, children and teens may show intense irritability, anger, unexplained physical symptoms, sleep or appetite changes, or behavioral acting out. Symptoms can also differ between younger children and teens. Younger children may complain of headaches or stomachaches, refuse to go to school, become clingier with a parent, or have sudden severe tantrums or defiant behavior. In…
Rest Isn’t Something You Have to Earn
Have you ever noticed thoughts like these when you consider taking a break? As summer begins, many of us think about everything we want – or feel like we have to accomplish. But how often do we intentionally make space for rest? For many people, rest is not as simple as taking a break. It can feel like a betrayal of expectations, productivity, or responsibility. Slowing down may bring feelings of guilt, shame, or anxiety. We may worry about disappointing…
TIPS FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS
Preparing for college is an exciting milestone, but the transition from high school to higher education requires a shift in how you manage your time, money, and personal well-being. A successful college journey requires proactively establishing good habits: building structured routines, mastering practical life skills (like laundry and simple cooking), and actively advocating for yourself by using campus resources like office hours and tutoring centers. The transition to college can be streamlined by categorizing your preparation into actionable, day-to-day strategies….
TRANSITION FOR THE HEATLH AND WELLNESS IOP
Dear Valued Referral Sources, Patients and Colleagues: After thoughtful consideration, I have decided to step down from my role as Director of The Health and Wellness Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). It has been my sincere pleasure to develop and direct this program over the past 16 years, the final 12 years here at The Behavioral Wellness Group. I would like to sincerely Thank You all for the confidence you have placed in me as I have guided so many toward…
Is There a Youth Mental Health Crisis?
The data is compelling that there is a Youth Mental Health Crisis. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC), The World Health Organization (WHO), the United States Department of Health and Human Services, and professional organizations like the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, and the American Psychological Association all agree that children and high school students who are feeling sad and hopeless increased significantly over the last ten years. Adolescent mental health was already worsening prior to the COVID-19…