How does bullying impact mental health?
February 13, 2020
Dr. Stephanie Eken, Rogers’ regional medical director, helps us understand the short and long-term effects of bullying.
A typical day in Rogers residential care for Eating Disorder Recovery
October 25, 2019
Each day of our residential care for those struggling with eating disorders is structured in a way to assist patients in meeting treatment goals and improving quality of life. The dosage of therapy in residential care is much higher than what you’ll see in traditional outpatient or even Rogers’ more intensive outpatient care. However, breaks and leisure time offer balance and prevent patients from becoming overwhelmed.
Your questions about vaping, answered
October 3, 2019
As vaping gains more popularity, especially among young people, misconceptions and questions are rampant. Dr. Michelle Maloney answers some of the most common questions surrounding vaping and e-cigarettes.
Self-care and compassion tips for parents of children with ASD
September 25, 2019
Studies show that parents of children with ASD are at risk for a lower quality of life if they don’t take time to practice self-care and compassion.
How can high-performing students set healthy goals?
August 27, 2019
The drive for success is affecting children at an increasingly early age with young people feeling the pressure to achieve better grades, excel on standardized college admission tests, and outperform their peers, whether it be in academics or athletics. All that can add up to stress and anxiety, even for high-performing students.
What is school refusal?
May 17, 2019
Do you remember how you felt when you first started attending school? How about when you transitioned to high school? For some students, that stress doesn’t go away quite so easily and may lead to a deeper struggle.
How to talk to your child about mass shootings and other acts of violence
May 14, 2019
You see the alert pop up on your phone or the headline on the nightly news about the latest mass shooting. As a parent your heart immediately sinks. And then your mind races to what types of questions your child might ask and how to best respond.
Quiz helps flag the signs your teen could be using drugs or alcohol
April 23, 2019
Wondering if your teen is using drugs or alcohol? Coming to the conclusion can be scary, but recognizing the signs is critical.
How your parenting style impacts your child’s development
April 12, 2019
While there are many things that influence a child’s development, how you parent plays a big part. What’s your parenting style?
How do you know when your child with autism has a mental health disorder?
March 15, 2019
Like all kids, those on the autism spectrum display a wide variety of behaviors and emotions. It can be tricky to know what’s normal and what needs to be addressed.
