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 […]
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 […]
Does my Teen have a Mood Disorder?
Does my Teen have a Mood Disorder? What is a Mood Disorder? The American Psychiatric Association, Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV) defines Mood Disorders as those disorders that have as their central feature a significant disturbance in mood. According to the DSM-IV, mood disturbance consists of two symptoms • depressed mood (feeling […]
The Importance of Sports in Treatment
The Importance of Sports in Treatment We like to introduce our students to playing sports, not just the typical big 3. We try to appeal to each student. According to the University of Wisconsin Hospital, the most important reason kids and teenagers play sports is because they are fun, they can relax and enjoy something. […]
Service is Beneficial to Recovery…
Service is Beneficial to Recovery… We believe that it is not only important to be a part of our community, but a part that the community can count on. We know that when our Students are providing a selfless service that the results are always positive. If ask you the young men what they like […]
A little about our Residential treatment Center…
A little about our Residential treatment Center… Triumph Youth Services is a first class Adolescent Male Residential Treatment Center for troubled teenage boys ages 12-17 and young adult males ages 18-20. Our Triumph Youth Services mission, “Building individuals of truth, integrity and accountability who inspire faith in a Higher Power and are leaders in a […]
Internet and Computer Addiction
Internet and Computer Addiction What is Internet and Computer Addiction? American Psychiatric Association, Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders DSM-IV will include Internet-use Disorder as a mental illness “recommended for further study” in May 2013. The general description of Internet and Computer Addiction is the compulsive need and excessive use of computer, smartphones […]
Bullying and Aggression in Teens
Bullying and Aggression in Teens What is Bullying? According to the American Psychological Association, Bullying is a form of aggressive behavior in which someone intentionally and repeatedly causes another person injury or discomfort. Bullying can take the form of physical contact, words or more subtle actions. The bullied individual typically has trouble defending him […]
Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD)
Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) Adolescents that suffer from RAD have the false belief that they are not capable of being loved. Adolescents will seem charming and helpless to outsiders, while waging a campaign of terror within the family. Adolescents with RAD manipulate strangers with charm and even inappropriate affection, but react aggressively as soon as […]
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a chronic condition that includes some combination of the following problems: difficulty paying attention, hyperactivity and impulsive behavior. ADHD affects millions of children and teens and often persists into adulthood. Adolescents with ADHD may also struggle with low self-esteem, troubled relationships, substance abuse and […]