Dating In The Digital Age: How Teens Show Romantic Interest
In a series of focus groups conducted by the Pew Research Center online and in cities across the U.S., over 100 teens shared with us their personal experiences with social media and romantic relationships. These are some of the key themes and responses we heard during these data-gathering sessions. Social Media Is The New Front Porch Swing During […]
“FOMO” Leading To Depression And Anxiety In Teenagers?
Original article published by The NewDaily by John Stapleton November 8th, 2015 Teens worry they’re missing out on events, friends’ in-jokes and showing they’re having fun on social media. More than half of all teenagers 17 years and under access social media 15 minutes before going to bed, every day of the week, and are reporting significant […]
Teenage Girl Silently Suffering With Depression – What Can A Parent Do?
Teenage Depression When teenagers are depressed, most of the time it’s just normal “bad moods” or temporary melancholy. We all go through mild depression, not just teenagers. However, “real” depression is a serious problem. Real depression can impact every aspect of a teenagers life. If you suspect that your teenager is suffering from depression, we […]
Troubled Teens Turn To Their Phones For Help
Anonymous Texting Helpline Set To Expand In Illinois Following Success. Troubled youth have gained a new ally, and they’re available at the tip of their fingers 24/7. It’s a program based in the Lake Bluff/Lake Forest area in Illinois that allows troubled teens to text a clinician anonymously anytime they need help or advice. The […]
What to look for in a Boarding School
After researching boarding schools and the decision is made to send a teen to a Therapeutic Boarding School parents are often faced with the arduous task of finding the right one for their teen. During their search parents will contact the boarding schools of their choice to start the research process. This process is often […]
Is A Therapeutic Boarding School Right For Your Teen?
Many parents find that it is difficult in determining whether their teen needs to be placed in a therapeutic boarding school. Therapeutic boarding schools are schools that offer structure and discipline to teens that are out of control and are in need of making better decisions. The key element behind the success of these types […]
Turning Winds Academic Institute Venturing Super Trip to Hells Canyon National Recreation Area
“Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.” -Albert Einstein On March 10, 2011, eleven students and two staff members from Turning Winds Academic Institute set out on a seven day super trip to Hells Canyon National Recreation Area. For many of the students this was their first experience out of the […]
