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A lack of confidence at any age can be a dangerous and overwhelming problem. But feeling capable in a world influenced by peer pressure can be especially difficult for teens. Not only are they already going through a period of rapid development—changing bodies, developing minds and evolving social circles—but they are growing up in a …

Innovation is always met with the question “how will this change effect the next generation?” Lack of concentration, stifled self-esteem due to a lack of online attention, and irregular sleep patterns are just a few of the negative effects which can occur with overuse of technology. However, not all technology use is bad. There are …

At any age, starting something new can lead to stress and anxiety, and going back to school is no exception. Sending a teen back to junior high or high school is a much different process than when you sent your younger child off to elementary school. Now that your child is older, their fears have …

Teen bullying can conjure serious and longstanding consequences in an adolescent’s life. By definition, bullying is described as unwanted and aggressive behavior acted out among school-age adolescents that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. It also encompasses another important component ─ a pattern of behavior that is repeated over time. No single factor puts …

For many young girls, being “model thin” is a very real obsession. With the media bombarding adolescents with images of super-thin models, and with TV shows fixating solely on appearance, teens are easily influenced. It is no wonder parents sometimes feel helpless when it comes to improving their daughters’ self-esteem. “We’re seeing girls at younger …

The “Dirty Work” of Transformation: Horticultural Therapy & Rites of Passage Presentation to be held Saturday, August 29 in Park City, Utah at the OBH Wilderness Therapy Symposium PQ’s Horticultural Therapy Director, Travis Slagle and Adolescent Field Manager, Clementine Wilson invite you to join them as they present: The “Dirty Work” of Transformation: Horticultural Therapy …

Never underestimate the power of the wilderness. It tenders a commanding, yet holistic, backdrop to the therapeutic process for troubled teens and young adults. At Pacific Quest, our Wilderness Therapy Program supports students in a peaceful environment, empowering them to make both dynamic and compelling changes to their lives. With the absence of technology, substances …

Rebellion, non-conformity, waywardness or impulsive behavior—whatever you call it, it is often normal (and expected) behavior in adolescents during their teenage years. But if you’re confused about what happened to your once-sweet child who now acts out in a rebellious fashion, you are not alone. Adolescent brains process information differently than adult brains, which translates …

The adolescent years are a critical window of vulnerability for alcohol and drug abuse. Experimentation is common. Unfortunately, often teens don’t see the link between their actions today and the consequences tomorrow. Did you know that by the time teens reach their senior year in high school, almost 70 percent will have tried alcohol, half …

Let’s call a spade a spade: For many teens, their bedroom is their sanctuary. It’s a place where dreams and ambitions may take shape. It’s their “personal” space, and part of establishing ownership in their surroundings and future independence. But if your teen is spending all of her time cooped up in her room, and …