Trauma Treatment: Adverse Childhood Experiences and Substance Experimentation
Childhood memories are a funny thing. We may not remember that funny, or slightly embarrassing story our parents love to tell at family gatherings, but we can vividly recall all the lyrics of our favorite song at the time. For
The Crisis of Connection: The Value of Male Friendships
As young children, males can typically generate and sustain friendships with ease. Shared activities, scheduled playdates, and a lack of awareness surrounding the stereotypical archetype of stoic, masculine friendships allow boys to interact more naturally with each other in their
Video Game Addictions and Their Effects on the Brain
Since video games came on the scene in the 1970s, they have captured the attention and the imagination of children and adults alike all around the world. From the primitive, pixelated games of the past to today’s complex, multifaceted, virtual-reality
Building Confidence in Teen Boys with Low Self Esteem
A lot of times when we see the media talking about self-esteem and confidence, it is directed at teen girls. And while it is important for young women to build their confidence, it is equally important not to forget about
How to Build Positive Friendships and What It Means to Be A Good Friend
It can be challenging to navigate friendships in the teenage years. Adolescent boys are striving to become their own people, separate from the family unit that has definite them during their early life. As their interests begin to change, their
Why is My Son Refusing School?
It’s common at some point in every teen’s life to tell their parents they don’t want to go to school, but in some cases, teens can outright refuse to go to school for extended periods of time. If your teen
Early Parent Anxiety May Contribute to Symptoms of ADHD
A recent study suggests that children of mothers who are anxious during pregnancy and in the first few years of the child’s life are more likely to show symptoms of hyperactivity by the age of 16. While hyperactivity is only
Behavioral Issues In Children of Divorced Parents
Divorce can be a source of stress and challenge for a family unit. It can be difficult to create new dynamics within the family as children begin to spend time with their parents separately. It can be difficult for parents
How Winter Sports Can Help Boys with Depression
As winter sets in and the weather gets colder across most of the country, many of us find ourselves indoors more and more. Whether it’s an aversion to the weather or the inability to do outdoor activities you usually enjoy
Treating Social Media Addiction In Teens: The Equinox RTC Approach
Social media is incredibly important to the teens of today. With applications from Instagram to Snapchat to TikTok at their fingertips, they have become so used to being in constant contact, that the thought of going without can be jarring.