Exercise & Teen Mental Health

Exercise & Teen Mental Health

Exercise & Teen Mental Health: How Physical Activity Can Improve Mood & Reduce Stress Author: Jemma Strain B.S. Psychology Editor: Emma Loker B.S. CALL (866) 901-4047 INSURANCE VERIFICATION Exercise and teen mental health go hand in hand. Exercise as a coping strategy for teens has long been recognized by mental health professionals. Physical activity can […]

Recognizing and Responding to Parental Burnout

Recognizing and Responding to Parental Burnout

Recognizing and Responding to Parental Burnout Author: Jemma Strain B.S. Psychology Editor: Emma Loker B.S. CALL (866) 901-4047 INSURANCE VERIFICATION Parenting can be a constant juggling act. Parents have to balance work, home life, finances, healthy lifestyle choices, extracurricular activities, and chores – the list can be endless. But what happens when a parent is […]

Journaling for Teen Mental Health

Journaling for Teen Mental Health

Journaling for Teen Mental Health: How Writing Can Help You Cope Author: Jemma Strain B.S. Psychology Editor: Emma Loker B.S. CALL (866) 901-4047 INSURANCE VERIFICATION Emotions can sometimes feel like a rollercoaster that we can’t get off – especially during the teenage years. The ups and downs can feel endless, but the worst part is, […]

Grounding Techniques for Teen Anxiety & Panic Attacks

Grounding Techniques for Teen Anxiety & Panic Attacks

Grounding Techniques for Teen Anxiety & Panic Attacks Author: Jemma Strain B.S. Psychology Editor: Emma Loker B.S. CALL (866) 901-4047 INSURANCE VERIFICATION Have you ever felt like, suddenly, without warning, your mind starts racing or your heart feels like it’s about to jump out of your chest? Anxiety affects nearly 32% of American teenagers and […]

Supporting a Teen with Co-Occurring Disorders

Supporting a Teen with Co-Occurring Disorders

How to Support a Teen with Co-Occurring Disorders Author: Jemma Strain B.S. Psychology Editor: Emma Loker B.S. CALL (866) 901-4047 INSURANCE VERIFICATION Understanding co-occurring disorders in teens can feel like trying to answer the question “Which came first: the chicken or the egg?” In other words, did your child’s mental health issue lead to a […]

Talking to Your Parents About Your Mental Health Struggles

Talking to Your Parents About Your Mental Health Struggles

Talking to Your Parents About Your Mental Health Struggles Author: Jemma Strain B.S. Psychology Editor: Emma Loker B.S. CALL (866) 901-4047 INSURANCE VERIFICATION “How can I talk to my parents about my mental health?” is a common question for many teens. Talking to parents about mental health might feel scary. This is completely normal. You […]