Our Wellness Blog
At BasePoint Academy we are committed to going above and beyond for our patients as well as the communities in which we serve. As part of that ongoing effort we feel that providing free information on teen psychiatry, counseling and wellness is an important part of that commitment, particularly in an age where everything is digestible on the internet.
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Our blog is here to keep you up to date on the most recent developments in mental health. While our blog is not written by a doctor and should not be taken as medical advice, it is here to provide useful information to those affected by mental health problems either directly or indirectly.
BreakThrough Happens Here
Young people moving from adolescence into adulthood are experiencing an important transitional stage of their life. Many encounter new challenges such as moving away from
How Medications Support Mental Health Treatment
Psychiatric medications influence the brain chemicals that regulate emotions and thought patterns. “They’re usually more effective when combined with psychotherapy,” explains a webpage from the
Group Dynamics and Peer Support in Therapy
Group therapy is an effective, evidence-based treatment option for teenagers with mental health conditions and substance use disorders. When teenagers are struggling, group therapy can
Taking the Time to Treat Teen Mental Health Issues
Mental health challenges are now the leading cause of disability and poor life outcomes in young Americans. Unfortunately, in recent years, the United States has
Preparing Young Adults for Life After Treatment
Taking the first step toward mental health treatment can be an overwhelming and uncertain journey for young adults. Questions of “Will this work?” or “What
An Exceptional Treatment Team Makes for Exceptional Patient Care
This article mentions suicide. If you or someone you know is in crisis, please call, text, or chat with the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at
The Power of the Therapeutic Relationship
“Better relationships with patients lead to better outcomes,” wrote Tori DeAngelis in 2019 on the American Psychological Association (APA) website. The quality of the therapeutic
BreakThrough by BasePoint Empowerment Curriculum
BreakThrough by BasePoint’s empowerment curriculum is a novel approach developed with the program’s young adult clients in mind. It is an integral part of the
The Impact of Constant Social Media Use on Young People
There have been many warnings about the impact of constant smartphone use by young people recently. In September, new data from the World Health Organization’s
Why Family Engagement is Crucial
PARENTING DEFIANT TEENS WITH MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE USE ISSUES AT BASEPOINT Parenting is hard. Parenting defiant teens with mental health and substance use issues
Teenage Cannabis Use Correlated With Worse Academic Outcomes
Unintended Consequences: The Rise of High-Potency Cannabis Users across all ages and experience levels are noticing that a drug they once turned to for fun
Signs of Depression in Teenage Girls
Understanding Depression in Teenage Girls: Recognizing the Signs and Seeking Help Depression in teenage girls is a growing concern, with studies showing that they are
