After over a year of quarantine and social distancing regulations, almost all of us are familiar with telehealth and online or video doctor appointments. But what about therapy? Are online therapy programs good for teens? What about younger kids? It’s crucial to find a good fit between your child and his or her therapist, and
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First of all, anxiety can come in many forms, and there are several types of anxiety your teen may face. But once your child is diagnosed with anxiety, you may be faced with a decision: ‘talk’ therapy, medication, or both? If you go with the ‘both’ option, your next question will be: which anxiety meds
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When we think of anxiety, we usually think of panic attacks, breathing into a paper bag, and intense fear. But there are many types of anxiety in teens and in the general population. If you’re like me, you may be surprised by how many forms anxiety can take. When my teen son was diagnosed with
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Depression vs bipolar disorder is confusing. Most parents are familiar with the concept of a depression diagnosis, and hopefully, you know what signs to look for when you think your child or teen may have depression. Depression is more than just feeling low or being moody. It’s a deep feeling of sadness, lack of interest,
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