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.
Kids who are dealing with depression, anxiety, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are at a higher risk for a drug or alcohol problem. In fact, ninety percent of addictions start in the teen years.
Oftentimes a teen’s moodiness can be attributed to life changes occurring at that time, but how do you know when the ever-changing moods are just part of puberty or if they’re a sign of something deeper?
School can be a stressful time for children and teens, and kids experience stress at increased levels for a variety of reasons. Anxiety is something that everyone experiences, but when it starts to disrupt someone’s life, it’s time to seek help from a professional.
One mother describes the first days following her 5-year-old daughter’s OCD diagnosis, what life is like today, and why she is “forever thankful” for Rogers.
The teenage years are an exciting and challenging time of change which can produce a lot of stress and uncertainty. In fact, girls are twice as likely as boys to develop mood disorders that can present as anxiety and depression.
Every day teachers, guidance counselors, and school social workers encounter students struggling with anxiety. We discuss the warning signs and how educators and parents can work together to help children who are suffering.
More kids are experimenting with alcohol and drugs at an early age, and recognizing the signs of substance use becomes critical.
Kids growing up today are using screens more frequently than those of the past. They are also facing increased levels of anxiety, depression, and other mental health struggles. Dr. Peggy Scallon explains how screen time affects the mental health of children and teens, and how Rogers addresses this issue.
The recent release of 13 Reasons Why season 2 is prompting an essential dialogue in our communities. Learn how parents can use the show to open lines of honest communication with their teens.
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