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Help for Troubled Teens in Idaho
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A strong emphasis on family involvement & healing
Effective help for troubled youth
Modern Recovery Idaho provides a comprehensive program that addresses challenges faced by troubled teens. Our program offers a safe space, flexible scheduling, and easy accessibility. We strive to support teens and their families, ensuring they receive effective care and support, no matter their physical location.
Safety
- A secure environment where they can express their emotions without fear of judgment
Convenience
- Continue with school and other responsibilities while undergoing treatment at home
Accessiblity
- Ideal for teens with physical disabilities, social anxiety, and those limited access to in-personal treatment
The need for troubled teen programs in Idaho
In Idaho, teen mental health is a serious and growing concern. A remarkable 7 out of 10 youth in the juvenile justice system battle with a mental health issue. Moreover, 52.5% of Idaho’s teens aged 12–17 with depression haven’t received treatment in the past year. These stats emphasize the critical need for specialized programs to address the unique challenges of Idaho’s troubled youth.
What is a troubled teen?
Adolescents facing emotional, behavioral, or psychological difficulties that impair their day-to-day functioning, relationships, and overall health are often referred to as troubled teens. These difficulties can manifest in a range of symptoms, such as erratic mood swings, intense anger, persistent anxiety, deep depression, defiance towards authority, academic struggles, self-harming tendencies, substance abuse, or social isolation.
Signs of trouble
Recognizing the signs of distress in adolescents is crucial for timely intervention and support. As young individuals navigate their formative years, certain behavioral and emotional patterns can indicate underlying challenges:
- Pronounced emotional fluctuations
- Persistent low mood, tendencies for self-harm, or exhibiting suicidal ideations or actions
- Noticeable shifts in sleep or appetite patterns
- Diminished enthusiasm for activities they once relished
- Overwhelming anxiety or worry, especially if it hinders day-to-day life
- Increasing tendencies to withdraw or isolate themselves
- Regular reports of unexplained physical ailments
- Recurrent drug or alcohol abuse
- Manifestations of sexual or physical aggressive behavior
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26,000 Idahoans age 12–17 have depression
We Accept Insurance
We work with most major insurance providers to help minimize the cost of treatment. Let’s check to see if your provider will cover your treatment.
We’re in-network with BlueCross BlueShield
7-in-10 youth in the juvenile justice system have a mental health condition.
Benefits of our troubled teen program
Modern Recovery Idaho’s program for troubled teens provides adolescents with a host of practical benefits:
- Gain confidence in discussing and proactively addressing their mental well-being
- Learn coping skills that can be applied immediately to real-life situations
- Get help from certified adolescent therapists with expertise in teen counseling
- Therapy for teen-related issues like anxiety, depression, PTSD, self-harm, trauma, substance misuse, among others
- Resolve conflicts and improve relationships between the teens and their parents
- Improve their academic performance and ability to deal with school life
Services included in the program
Some of the key services included in our Troubled Teen Program include:
- Individual sessions with a teen therapist
- Teen group therapy sessions
- Personalized recovery coaching
- Family sessions
- Medication management
- Teen psychiatrist consultations
- Academic support
- Vocational training
- Short & long-term goal management
- Case Management
- Online teen counseling
For more information about our services, call us.
NOTE: Participants should expect to dedicate at least 2 hours a day, 3 days a week to treatment
How to help a troubled teen?
Tips for parents of troubled teens
Navigating the challenges of raising a troubled teenager requires patience and strategy. Below are actionable tips to guide and support your adolescent effectively:
- Keep channels of communication open
- Listen empathetically without interrupting
- Set and enforce clear, consistent boundaries
- Act as a positive role model
- Foster a supportive network including friends and family
- Promote healthy habits: eating, exercise, and sleep
- Consider therapy or counseling
- Seek specialized help for severe issues
- Prioritize your own self-care
A final note for parents of troubled teens…
Raising a troubled teen can be challenging, but there is always hope. By identifying concerning behaviors, empathizing with your child’s struggles, and seeking timely support, you can pave the way for a promising future. Stay patient, persistent, and compassionate, and don’t hesitate to seek professional help if the challenges become overwhelming.