Teens & Mental Health Rights: Confidentiality & Consent
Teens & Mental Health Rights:Understanding Confidentiality & Consent Author: Emma Loker B.S. Editor: Aja Chavez AMFT, APCC CALL (866) 901-4047 INSURANCE VERIFICATION Teen mental health confidentiality rights are vital for adolescents looking for a safe, private space to receive treatment. Unfortunately, there can be some confusion about confidentiality in therapy for minors. For instance, parents […]
Understanding 504 Plans and IEPs for Mental Health Needs
Understanding 504 Plans and IEPsfor Mental Health Needs Author: Emma Loker B.S. Editor: Aja Chavez AMFT, APCC CALL (866) 901-4047 INSURANCE VERIFICATION When teens require accommodations for their mental health in school, a common question on the minds of parents and youths is What are IEPs and 504 plans for student mental health? The idea […]
The Role of Guardianship in Adolescent Mental Health Care
The Role of Guardianshipin Adolescent Mental Health Care Author: Emma Loker B.S. Editor: Aja Chavez AMFT, APCC CALL (866) 901-4047 INSURANCE VERIFICATION The importance of the guardian role in teen psychiatric hospitalization can’t be overstated. There are many different ways guardians can help guide their teens through mental health problems and encourage them during recovery. […]
Self Care for Parents: 10 Tips to Protect Your Mental Health
In the hubbub of the day, it can be easy for parents to forget one very important thing: you can’t pour from an empty cup. When parents forget about their own well-being, they can struggle to care for their children and family. That’s where self-care for parents comes in. How important self-care is for parents […]
How to Cope with an Angry Teenager: 10 Tips for Parents to Support Your Teen With Anger Issues
If you’re a parent of a teenager, you’ve probably found yourself walking on eggshells sometimes, wondering “Why is my teen always so angry?” One minute they’re laughing at a message on their phone, the next minute they’re slamming doors, shouting, swearing, or giving you the silent treatment. It’s confusing and tiring, and if we’re being […]
5 Mental Health Tips for Parents of Teenagers
Parenting a teenager can be hugely rewarding…and at the same time emotionally draining. What happens when the pressure builds up and your own mental health starts to take a hit? The all-round demands of raising a teen can lead to you feeling burnt-out, anxious, or depressed, which affects not only you but your family too. […]
