Posts by The Arrow House
What Is School Avoidance
School avoidance is a pattern in which a child or adolescent has ongoing difficulty attending school due to emotional distress. It is not about defiance, laziness, or lack of motivation. In most cases, school avoidance reflects a nervous system under strain and a young person who does not yet have the skills or capacity to…
READ MOREDoes My Teen Have ADHD? What Concerned Parents Should Know
Parenting a teenager often means walking a fine line between what is developmentally normal and what may signal something more. Mood swings, forgetfulness, emotional reactivity, and struggles with focus can all be part of adolescence. But when these challenges begin to interfere with school, relationships, or daily functioning, it is reasonable to pause and consider…
READ MOREHow Does Anxiety Affect Teens?
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health challenges facing young people today. Parents, teachers, and caregivers often ask: how does anxiety affect teens? The answer is complex. Anxiety can impact nearly every part of a teenager’s life — from academic performance and friendships to physical health and self-esteem. At The Arrow House, we…
READ MOREWhat Causes Anxiety in Teens?
Anxiety is one of the most common and misunderstood challenges facing adolescents today. For parents, caregivers, and educators, understanding what causes anxiety in teens is the first step toward supporting them with empathy and action. From academic pressure to trauma, social media, and brain development, anxiety can stem from many sources, often more than one…
READ MOREHow to Help a Teen with Anxiety: A Parent’s Guide
Teen anxiety is more than just occasional nerves or social jitters—it’s a growing mental health challenge impacting millions of adolescents. If you’re a parent wondering how to help a teen with anxiety, you’re not alone—and there are proven steps you can take to support your child through it. Whether your teen is navigating high school…
READ MORECan Teens Have BPD? Signs, Symptoms, and Getting Help Early
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is increasingly recognized in adolescents, though diagnosis remains complex. This article explores whether teens can have BPD, detailing emotional volatility, unstable relationships, and self-harm tendencies as key signs. Intervention with therapies like DBT is critical, including how families can support recovery, and where to seek professional guidance. Teenagers are notorious for…
READ MOREHow Does Social Media Make Teens Feel Depressed?
In today’s digital age, social media is an integral part of teenage life. While it offers connection, entertainment, and information, growing research suggests it also contributes to rising rates of depression and anxiety among teens. But how does social media make teens feel depressed? The answer lies in factors like comparison culture, cyberbullying, sleep disruption, and…
READ MORESelf-Care for Teens: What does Self-Care Mean?
Understanding Self-Care for Teens Self-care can be a tricky concept to approach with anyone, let alone your teenager. Adolescents are experiencing so many changes: physical changes and emotional rollercoasters. Don’t forget the complexities of navigating teen social dynamics. With all of these adolescent developments, the topic of self-care for teens can be daunting to approach.…
READ MOREWhat Causes Depression in Teens
Depression is a serious mental health condition that affects individuals of all ages, including teenagers. During adolescence, teens experience a variety of emotional and physical changes, which can sometimes contribute to feelings of sadness or mood swings. However, when these feelings persist and begin to interfere with daily life, it may signal depression. Understanding what…
READ MORE4 Tips to Help Build Habits in the New Year That Last
Consistency vs Instant Gratification: 4 Tips to Help Build Habits in the New Year That Last With the start of a new year, comes the start of new goals, ambitions, and new plans to make change. From teens setting new academic goals such as “get better grades in 2025” to adults setting new-year’s work goals,…
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