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Dialectical Behavior Therapy

Dialectical Behavior Therapy Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a cognitive behavioral treatment that was originally developed to treat chronically suicidal individuals diagnosed with borderline personality disorder (BPD) and it is now recognized as the gold standard psychological treatment for this population. In addition, research has shown that it is effective in treating a wide range of other disorders such as substance dependence, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and eating disorders.…
Lindsay
June 10, 2016
Triumph Interview Series

Parents of troubled teens. An interview series.

Over the next few weeks we'll be posting an interview series from some of the boys who have been through the Triumph program as well as some of their parents.  The hope is to show what impact getting treatment can have for troubled teens as well as provide some hope and encouragement for the boys and their parents who are looking for help and hope for the future. Today's interview…
Lindsay
June 6, 2016
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Teen Depression

Teen Depression What is Teen Depression? Teen Depression is a mental health disorder that is characterized by abnormally low moods that persist for two or more weeks. Depression prevents individuals from functioning normally in their day-to-day activities. Although a depressive episode may last only a few weeks, teen depression often lasts much longer. There are as many misconceptions about Teen Depression as there are about teenagers in general. Yes, the…
Lindsay
June 4, 2016