Understanding teen depression Teenagers already face a tough time. Depression can make these years even harder and it’s more common than you think. One in five adolescents will suffer from depression at some point during their teen years. Luckily it’s very treatable, as long as they receive the help they …
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In a perfect world, we want our children to be happy and carefree. We want them to go about their days without without having to deal with stress. But stress is a function of the demands that are placed on us and our ability to meet them. Children and adults …
According to a new survey published this month, nearly 50 percent of parents say their kid’s mental health has worsened since the summer. This finding is part of a survey published by ParentsTogether, a national parent-led non-profit with more than 2 million members, to see how families are coping throughout …
The start of a new school year always brings about change, and students respond to those changes with a range of feelings. From eager excitement to eagerness to sadness and dread, every child responds differently in times of change. But the start of the 2020 school year in particular will …
At Alta Care Group, we care about racism and the impact it has on the children of the Valley. We are working to examine systemic racism and racial bias through the lens of those most affected by it so that we can begin to bring about change. This blog post …
We are certainly living in strange times. None of this was expected. In the midst of a crisis such as this, it is easy to forget about your mental health. But in reality, you are probably under more stress than ever before, and actions to promote positive mental health are …
The coronavirus is all anyone is talking about these days, and with good reason. The sheer amount of closings and cancelations is unprecedented in recent memory. With all that parents are worrying about when it comes to this virus, kids may be left in the dark, hearing only bits and …
At Alta Behavioral Healthcare, our entire staff is trained in Trauma-Informed Care (TIC). From our counselors to our maintenance staff, each and every person in our building and on our payroll receives the training necessary to recognize and address the dangers of trauma. But why? Why have we devoted so …
It’s inevitable, children go through stages. The ‘eat everything’ stage. The ‘Pokémon’ stage. The ‘Polly Pocket’ stage. The ‘my parents aren’t cool’ stage. The ‘end every sentence with ‘bro’ stage. Any parent is probably familiar with a couple if not all of these stages. When your teenager starts rolling their …
Suicide has no one, singular cause. The factors that influence suicide are numerous and diverse. Two different cases may have no overlap in their motivation and contributing elements. Remaining vigilant in preventing suicide requires that one be aware of many factors that may overlap, intertwine and hide amongst others. If …
When your child has a fever, it’s easy to know they need help. Whether it’s treating the fever with Tylenol or taking them to the doctor, treating something that is apparent is easy. But how do you know when your child is dealing with mental health issues. Much like physical …
One day, I was out getting groceries with my children. As we were in the grocery store checkout line, we noticed a torrential downpour had started outside. After checking out, umbrella-less and raincoat-less, we sprinted outside to pack the groceries into the car, getting drenched in the process. In the …
A recent article on the People Magazine website caught our eye. It had to do with the concept of teaching about mental health to students in public schools, a concept we think has much merit. So far, this is only being required in three states, but we support the idea and hope …
This article was adapted from one that appears on the VeryWellFamily website. The full article offers more details and is well worth reading. Studies show parents fighting affects children’s mental health in several ways. Physical altercations, insults, and tactics such as “the silent treatment,” are just a few of the toxic …