Adolescent Depression
The pressures of modern living are also having a detrimental effect on our adolescent youth. Take a look at the following statistics and be amazed. Figures …
Information on Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis
Scoliosis is defined as curvature of the spine in the coronal (front view) plane. Idiopathic scoliosis is the most common type of spinal deformity confronting …
Parenting adolescents – How to talk to your teenager – teenage parenting is tough!
Parenting adolescents is a huge challenge but with communication, teenage parenting can be made easier for you and your child. One of the hardest things in …
Adolescent Anxiety — How to Recognize and Treat Teenaged Anxiety with Natural Therapies
It's hard enough being a teenager without having to deal with an anxiety condition. When adolescent anxiety becomes a problem your teen's life can become a …
Adolescents Anxiety – Often Times Teenagers Are At A Higher Risk For Serious Anxiety Problems
Adolescence is a very difficult time in a persons' life; just being that age, going through puberty, and all of the social pressures are enough for any …
Adolescent Alcohol Treatment For Teenage Girls
Teenage drug and alcohol addiction are the two main woes of parents all over the world. Together with adolescent alcohol treatment centers and drug …
Adolescent Therapy
Mother looked up at her teenager. When had she shrunk and her child grown so tall? Did their relationship have to change, too? When had they stopped …
The Teenage Brain: Why Your Adolescent is Like a Puppy Dog
You are probably wondering why I chose such a puzzling title. It's not that I truly believe that adolescents and puppy dogs have a lot in common. However, I …
Alcohol addiction and drug abuse in adolescents
A growing number of teenagers drink alcohol or consume other toxic substances, although this is illegal and dangerous. Some adolescent try alcohol or toxic …
Adolescent Pregnancy
Adolescent pregnancy in ninety nine percent of the cases is unwanted and is the major consequence of adolescent sexual activity, other than STDs. This issue …
Panic Disorder in Adolescence- What You Need to Know
Anyone can have panic disorder even children and adolescents. Panic disorder in adolescence is not a life threatening illness but it can affect their lives in …
Signs and Treatments For Adolescent Depression
Up to 15% of children and adolescents have symptoms of depression at any given time, and 5% meet the criteria for major depressive disorder. Adolescent …
Adolescent Depression: What You Can Do To Help Yourself Or Your Child
Teenagers that experience low self-esteem, those who are very critical of themselves, and those who feel that they don't have any control or have little …
How to Tell if Your Teenager is Abusing Alcohol and in Need of an Adolescent Treatment Center
Alcohol addiction according to a leading teen treatment center is a negative habit of alcohol use that leads to a variety of problems which affected one's …
Social Skills Training for Asperger Adolescents
One of the biggest problems for asperger adolescents is their difficulties with social interactions. This problem is heightened by their difficulties with …
ADHD Adolescents - What Does It All Mean In The Classroom?
I recently was told a story about a 14 year old student with ADHD who when given a less than compelling written homework assignment proceeded to march to the …
Orthopedic Problems in Adolescents
Physical health problems encountered during adolescence can affect the development of the body, if not treated. There are few anatomic regions, such as spine, …
Four Affecting Factors of Adolescent Self Esteem
Self esteem is important factor for everyone, especially for an adolescent, in their social life and personal life. Here you will know the four affecting …
Adolescent Obesity
Do we have reason to be concerned about adolescent obesity? Over the past three decades the number of overweight and obese children has nearly tripled. …
Treatment for Eating Disorders in Adolescents
Eating disorders, unfortunately, are all too common in adolescents. Puberty is a time of massive change for kids. Not only are their hormones turning on, but …
Depression in Adolescents
Depression in adolescents is a disorder which occurs due to persistent sadness, loss of interest, loss of self worth and discouragement. Depression is normally …
Adolescents in the Juvenile Prison System
Over the years, the issue of adolescents in juvenile criminal justice systems has become a major concern. There has been a dramatic increased in the number of …
Obesity in Adolescents
Obesity and overweight are the second most major reasons of preventable deaths in America. Stagnant lifestyle and junk food is to be blamed for more than three …
Depression in adolescents and young people
One in five children and adolescents is affected by mental health problems and disorders. Those aged 18-24 have the highest prevalence of mental disorders of …
The Challenges Facing ADHD Adolescents
The story of ADHD adolescents is one that is filled with great challenges. As a preadolescent child extreme hyperactivity as well as the other primary symptoms …