Anxiety related disorders are one of the most prevalent psychiatric problems that affect children and unfortunately many of these children do not receive the help that they need. According to research by the National Institute of Health, prevalence rates of childhood anxiety disorders are greater than 10% and are predictive of anxiety disorders in adulthood. In...
Substance Abuse and Adolescents
Substances could play a huge role in an adolescent’s life. Some adolescents may show no interest in using any sort of substance, while some begin using substances at a very young age. Drug use and the use of alcohol could affect an adolescent’s achievement in school, relationships with peers and family, and employment. Dangerous factors...
What Are the Reasons for Family Therapy?
People often wonder “What are the reasons for Family Therapy?” Individuals typically seek out family therapy services in order to resolve ongoing conflict and improve communication between family members. During times of increased stress, conflict between individuals often increases, causing tension within the family unit. A common reason for family therapy is to focus on structural changes within a...
Infidelity in Relationships
When infidelity in relationships is discovered or disclosed, intense conflict and emotions usually lead to a crisis and a complete lack of trust. Infidelity could occur in various ways and unfaithfulness could often be extremely complex. It is a misconception that infidelity only affects troubled relationships, as many strong relationships also experience infidelity. We then...