What if my child refuses to go on the day of admission?

Resistance can happen during the admissions process. Mission Prep recommends keeping communication open, staying calm and matter-of-fact, and speaking with the admissions team ahead of time about how to handle reluctance.

Should I tell their school?

Families do not have to share more than they want to, but some communication with the school may help support privacy and academic progress during treatment.

How does my family fit into the treatment process?

Mission Prep includes family involvement and family therapy as part of the treatment process to support the entire family during recovery.

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