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 help. “Depending on the nature of your problem, group therapy can be an ideal choice for addressing your concerns and making positive changes in your life,” explains a webpage of […]
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 seen significant increases in certain mental health disorders in youth, including depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation. Many factors shape the mental health of young people, from individual to societal level […]
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 can be even harder, especially in our fast-paced society. When kids start going to treatment at BasePoint Academy, it is often the first opportunity in quite some time for their […]
