Robotripping is the dangerous misuse of cough medicines containing dextromethorphan (DXM) to achieve a psychedelic-like high. Many teens turn to over-the-counter medications often found in home medicine cabinets, without realizing the serious psychological and physical side effects. Ingesting high doses of DXM can lead to hallucinations, dissociation, nausea, and even…

For parents, it can be very disheartening to see their teenager struggle with both their mental health and academic progress. Therapeutic boarding schools allow teens to focus on their studies in a structured environment that also prioritizes their emotional well-being. While in this atmosphere, they are given round-the-clock supervision and…

Hyperfixation in teens can lead to serious challenges in their social lives, jobs, academic studies, and extracurricular activities. Commonly referred to as ‘hyperfocus,’ this state of extreme engagement makes it difficult for individuals to shift their focus once it has been set. This can be frustrating for parents, who want…

Some teenagers and young adults struggle to move forward in their lives and achieve the success expected of them. This is commonly referred to as failure to launch syndrome and primarily affects those between the ages of 18 and 29. Those struggling with failure to launch often live at home…