Helping Teens & Adolescents in Burbank, CA

Teen Treatment in Los Angeles

Growing up is tough no matter how you slice it.These days, with everyone and everything being so interconnected, mental health issues seem more prevalent than ever and can become exacerbated easily by the relentless onslaught of being “on” 24/7. It can feel hectic, chaotic and overwhelming out there even for adults. Imagine that plus the stresses of school, peers and the like and you get a picture of the world that teens face. While some teens will “grow out of it”, is that a risk worth taking with your child?
Fortunately, there are viable solutions right here in LA, in rehab centers in Burbank.

Medical Reviewer: Evan Amarni, MS, LAADC-CA, ICADC, CIP
November 16, 2022

UNDERSTANDING TEENS

Mental Health Issues That Teens Go Through

Teenage life, as you know from experience, is filled with ups and downs. The ups are great and the downs, well, not so much. Moodiness goes with the territory with adolescence but there’s a fine line between that and tangible mental health problems. Some of the ones they might face are:

Eating Disorders

How teens see themselves and the comparisons to what’s “ideal” can have dramatic effects on body image which can, in turn, lead to detrimental behavior like anorexia or bulimia.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

More commonly known by its acronym, ADHD, close to 10% of children aged 2 to 17 have received a diagnosis. ADHD makes it tough for one to focus and 6 in 10 children have at least one co-occurring mental, emotional or behavioral disorder.

Substance Abuse

Be it peer pressure, curiosity, experimentation, self-medication, etc. whatever the reason people try drugs or alcohol, the risk of substance abuse is ever-present for teens. And it’s important to note that addiction to drugs or alcohol is a mental illness and can affect brain development.

By 12th grade, about two-thirds of students have tried alcohol. About half of 9th through 12th grade have used marijuana and among 12th graders, close to 2 in 10 reported using prescription medicine without a prescription.

Anxiety

As mentioned, teens already have a lot on their plates to worry about and the hyperconnected, 24/7 age of technology we now live in, adds another layer. Almost 32% of those aged 13 to 18 had an anxiety disorder with 8.3% having it cause severe impairment.

Depression

This isn’t a case of just being sad. This is the type of problem that lasts weeks or months and makes things like basic concentration difficult.

Among 12-17 year old’s, 13.3% had at least 1 major depressive episode.

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HELPING YOUR TEEN

Does My Child Need Help for Mental Illness?

Holding out hope that your child can just pull themselves out of whatever ails them is not the best strategy when dealing with issues like substance abuse and depression. Any of the aforementioned mental health issues can grow worse if left unchecked and they can often compound each other. Substances can become a coping mechanism for example.

DON’T LET YOUR STORY END

BEFORE IT REALLY BEGINS.

KNOWING THE SIGNS

Symptoms of Mental Illness in Teens

Per the National Institute on Mental Health, here’s what to look out for.

Lost interest in things that they used to enjoy
Low energy
Irritability
Muscle tension
Struggles with concentration
Sleep too much or too little or seem sleepy throughout the day
Spending more and more time alone and avoiding social activities with friends or family
Fear gaining weight, or diet or exercise excessively
Engaging in self-harm behaviors
Smoking, drinking alcohol or using drugs
Engage in risky or destructive behavior alone or with friends
Having thoughts of suicide
Hallucinations both auditory and visionary

SIGNS YOUR TEEN NEEDS HELP

All of the above are signs your teen is struggling and may need help getting through their mental health issues. If you pick up on behavior that’s well outside of the ordinary, seeking help might make the difference in ensuring both continued development and a positive life.

YOUR TEENS FUTURE IS BRIGHT.

LET US HELP YOU HEAL.

Get in touch with Multi Concept Recovery today to learn more about how our program can help you find long-term healing from substance abuse & mental health.

THE MCR DIFFERENCE

How We Treat Teen Mental Health in Los Angeles, CA

Treatment for teens runs the gamut from medication to outpatient treatment or a residential treatment program to family therapy and more. All methods are dependent on the issues your teen is going through. For something like substance abuse, residential treatment centers may be the best fit. While anxiety or depression may require a different approach.

At Multi Concept Recovery, our treatment is fully predicated on your teens’ needs and tailored to ensure they have the best shot at success be it our Los Angeles outpatient rehab or partial day stays, the goal is always to put in place what’s best for your child.

HELP YOUR TEEN

Get Your Teen Quality Mental Health Treatment

While teenagers are susceptible to mental health issues, they are also incredibly resilient. They just need a little help. That’s what our team is for. Our experienced and passionate team is ready to create a personalized Los Angeles teen treatment plan for your teen to get them back on track. Give us a call today.