Beachside Teen Treatment Center

12 Sep

How to Respond if Your Teen Comes Out As Gay

It takes a lot of courage for a child to come to their parent and make a declaration about their sexuality. Whether you agree or disagree with their lifestyle choice is irrelevant. More importantly, how you react to their proclamation can affect your future relationship with your child. You must…
12 Sep

Mindful Parenting: Supporting Teen’s Mental Health Through Positive Parenting Practices 

In the journey of parenting, every day brings new challenges and joys. Navigating this path mindfully can make a significant difference.  Mindful parenting is a practice that fosters a deeper connection with your teens. It’s about being present, attentive, and compassionate in your interactions with them.  This approach can have…
11 Sep

Social Media: New Year, Same Questions

A recurring theme during many holiday conversations was the effect of social media on society as a whole and more specifically adolescents.  The comments ranged from the typical curmudgeon griping about lazy kids glued to their phones, to more serious conversations revolving around the negative comments and social pressures that…