Many parents of kids with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have been on a lengthy journey to come to a diagnosis and find the right resources to help their children.
With locations across the country, Rogers treats hundreds of children and teens over the holiday season. This can be a difficult time, especially for those who are with us for residential or inpatient care and as a result, are away from family.
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.
Did you know that over 30 million people in the U.S. are affected by eating disorders? Maybe you know someone that is struggling. Here are a few resources that can provide much-needed support for those suffering and their loved ones.
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 sudden death of a loved one. A natural disaster. Abuse or assault. More than half of the population in the U.S. will experience at least one of these traumatic and life-altering events.
The practice of “mindfulness” is becoming more commonplace as part of mental health treatment as research demonstrates that mindfulness helps reduce anxiety and depression.
Paul Schommer overcame an eating disorder as a teenager during treatment at Rogers that has allowed him to now compete as a member of the U.S. Biathlon Team. We invited Paul to share his thoughts on food and diet.
Despite being highly treatable, about a third of those suffering from anxiety actually seek treatment. For those who do, research shows cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is highly successful.
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.
