TYS Blog

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) What is Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)? Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is a mental health condition where there is an ongoing pattern of anger guided disobedience, hostilely, defiant or disruptive behavior toward authority figures which goes beyond the bounds of normal childhood behavior. This behavior must be exhibited for at least six months. Individuals may appear very stubborn and often angry. Common features of Oppositional Defiant Disorder…
Triumph Youth Services
November 13, 2014
TYS Blog

Coping with Peer Pressure.

Coping with Peer Pressure "Peer pressure,” I think is a concern for every parent.  Hoping that your child will not be easily led by others and go along with whatever they do.   The temptations will be alcohol, drugs, and many, many other things.  I want to be able to help my child stand up for what they know is right and not give into peer pressure.  I don’t know why…
Triumph Youth Services
November 7, 2014
Lighter Side of TYSTYS Blog

Halloween at Triumph…

Halloween at Triumph... We have some amazing Parents who love their Sons and want the very best for them. Sometimes they have the opportunity and possess the creativity to get involved and do something fun for our program. This year was no exception! We had an awesome parent, who, with the help of our staff transformed our facility into a haunted spook alley. The young men loved getting a break…
Triumph Youth Services
November 4, 2014
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Triumph Academy Titans

Triumph Academy Titans -The Box Elder Rugby Club. Our Triumph Academy Titans are an outstanding group of Young Men. They work hard and succeed as a team, which benefits each of them individually. This last week they had their playoffs.. They did great, coming in third place in the tournament and an overall bronze for the season. Great work boys! Congratulations, we are all very proud of you. Team dinner…
Triumph Youth Services
October 28, 2014
TYS Blog

Treatment Facility prepares Teens for the Military with ROTC Program.

Treatment Program prepares Teens for the Military, if they choose. When our students come into treatment, they often do not know where they want to go next. They may have behavior issues, addictions or learning disabilities to overcome. Once they have conquered those challenges through working their individual plan they see what they are capable of. They start to realize who they are and how they want to make a…
Triumph Youth Services
October 23, 2014