About Branson The journey to recovery for teenagers facing challenges such as addiction, mental health issues, or emotional struggles can be challenging. However, blending the process of healing with a change of environment and memorable experiences can provide a unique opportunity for growth and transformation. This article explores the benefits of enrolling a teen in … Read more
The teen years come with their fair share of trouble, and that’s under the best circumstances. It’s a time when young people are becoming more independent. They’re trying to learn who is safe to be around, what their lives are supposed to be about, and how to become functioning adults (eventually). Strong family relationships play … Read more
There is a myriad of useful information out there about common addictions in teenagers. Most everyone is acquainted with the dangers of alcohol, nicotine, and drug addiction. However, there are also many lesser-known addictions that teenagers are especially prone to developing. Here are three addictions that may not be on your radar but pose a … Read more
Addiction always negatively affects the addict, but it also affects literally everybody that they come in contact with. Let’s look at some of those types of different relationships: Friends The relationship typically is a one sided relationship. It is going to sour quickly, probably because you’re not bringing anything of value to the relationship. Think … Read more
Rebuilding trust in relationships is a simple process, but not an easy one. Someone suffering from an addiction or uncontrollable behavior must build that trust from the very bottom and work their way up to the top. Think of rebuilding trust as a house. This house needs a foundation, floors, walls, and a roof. Think … Read more
When your teen gets back from rehab, they may still be a little distant. Rebuilding a relationship after rehab takes time and patience, but it is more than possible. With a little cooperation, you can repair your relationship with your teen and get back to where you were before their addiction started. Today in the … Read more
When faced with a teen addiction, it’s easy to play the blame game. You may ask yourself, “Is this my fault?” This is the natural assumption of every parent who has a teen with an addiction. Since you raised them, you think that there’s something you did or didn’t do to cause this. If you’re … Read more
It’s inevitable that your teen will probably face peer pressure at some point in their life. When this happens, they’ll be much more confident resisting if you provide them with the advice and tools they need to say no and walk away. Peer pressure isn’t always the reason for someone’s addiction, but it can be … Read more
Parenting a troubled teen can be a difficult road to walk and it is equally difficult when you realize that you may need outside help. “Do I need to enroll my son into a program for troubled teens?” “If we need help, where should we go?” “How do we know we are making the right … Read more
Ozarks Teen Challenge provides at-risk teen boys ages 13-17 who have struggled with substance use disorder and other life-controlling issues with a 15-month comprehensive, holistic, Christ-centered residential program that is focused on their personal, social, academic, physical, and spiritual growth. Students journey through our five-phase comprehensive program that provides them with individual counseling and mentorship, a customized academic track, leadership training, life skills training, community service opportunities, physical fitness training, and outdoor skills development.
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