Many parents consider wilderness retreats for their struggling teens. Man has long recognized the power of nature and many find the wilderness the perfect location for gaining inspiration, delving into self-discovery, and preparing for significant life changes. Powerful lessons can be learned at wilderness retreats. For example, teens can learn about choice and […]

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Dealing with a troubled teen is hard work. It can be taxing both physically and emotionally. As a parent, you’re likely to feel alone, helpless, and afraid. You might even feel a bit angry and experience guilt over that anger. It’s important to realize that all these emotions are normal. Dealing […]

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Teen substance abuse is simply a parent’s worst nightmare. As parents, we don’t like to think that our children would ever be involved with drugs. Unfortunately, teen substance abuse is a very real problem, as more than one million teens meet the criteria for drug dependence and close to one million require treatment […]

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At Liahona Academy, we are committed to providing the best treatment programs available for rehabilitating teen boys. We take a combination approach to helping teens and seek to make the rehabilitation process comprehensive and well-rounded.
Our academic program is fully accredited. Our licensed teachers work hard to provide your son with a positive learning […]

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According to mental health experts, four out of every 100 teens struggle with depression. Depression knows no boundaries and can affect people without regard to age, gender, race, or economic background. Depression is a serious condition that shouldn’t be taken lightly. It can affect teens in a number of ways, reducing their […]

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Teen conduct disorder is characterized by an inability to follow rules and behave in an acceptable manner. Often, teens with conduct disorder also have secondary conditions, such as ADD, learning disorders, or other behavioral issues. A teen with conduct disorder may lie, steal, destroy property, bully, and initiate physical altercations. He or […]

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It may be difficult to immediately decipher the difference between a therapeutic teen boarding school and a residential treatment center for adolescents. The two are actually alike, in some ways, because teens live at both types of facilities for a time and receive treatment targeted towards their particular needs.
Typically, the major difference […]

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For many, the difference between substance abuse and addiction is confusing. The disparity between the two is actually very slight, as addiction begins with abuse. Often, teens may begin with using a drug or alcohol (even just a few times) and, without even realizing it, become addicted.
An addiction is characterized by a strong […]

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Mental health experts estimate that as many as five percent of all children have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Teens with ADHD or attention deficit disorder (ADD) often suffer from short attention spans and are frequently given to hyperactivity, as well as impulsive and disruptive behaviors. Before a teen is diagnosed, parents and teachers […]

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Teens struggle for a variety of reasons. Some have school difficulties, others battle with the behavioral disorders. Many teens suffer from major depression, while others develop rebellious behaviors while associating with a negative peer group. As a parent, you are likely ready and willing to help your teen with most issues, but […]

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