7 Benefits of Child Psychiatry During Residential Treatment
Child psychiatrists play a vital role in residential treatment programs, provide comprehensive evaluations, manage medication, and create detailed, individualized treatment plans for those with complex mental health needs. Unfortunately, there are far too few child psychiatrists to meet the current need. According to the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, there are approximately 8,300 […]
Mental Health Support for Teens in Washington: Transforming Lives at Tamarack Center
Today’s world can be a difficult place for adolescents. They can feel isolated and frustrated growing up in an increasingly complex environment. They may have difficulty thinking, feeling, and participating in the activities others take for granted. Regardless, their struggles not only cause stress and anxiety, it can also add stress to family life. It’s […]
Mental Health Residential Treatment for Teens: Is Residential Treatment Right for Your Teen?
Choosing to admit your teen into residential treatment (or inpatient treatment) is not an easy decision. In many cases, it’s the best option for their care and well-being and it can be. A residential treatment center provides a safe, structured environment for teens struggling with mental health conditions. Residential treatment programs provide intensive support, supervision, […]
Supporting Your Teen’s Mental Health Journey: A Guide for Parents
Do you know how to support your teen when they struggle with mental health issues? Or how to support them on their journey? The answer for many is, “No.” That’s not surprising. There isn’t a standard set of steps for supporting teen mental health. Every teen is different and every mental health journey is different. […]
Signs of Suicide in Teens: Recognizing When Someone Might Be at Risk
Rates of teen suicide in the United States are alarmingly high. Learning to recognize the warning signs and risk factors of suicide can help prevent this catastrophic event, and support teens in getting the mental health support they need in order to live long, healthy, and fulfilling lives. If you or a loved one is […]
Parenting Through Mental Health Struggles: Tips for Resilience
When your child is struggling with mental health challenges, you want to do everything you can to support them. As most parents or guardians might, you may put your own needs aside and focus solely on them. However, supporting a troubled teen can be extremely demanding. It can take a significant toll on your own […]
Cost-Effective Care for Your Child’s Mental Health Needs
In a perfect world, cost wouldn’t be a consideration when it comes to our children’s mental health. Unfortunately, that’s not true for most of us. As much as we wish it weren’t, cost is an issue and sometimes a big one. At Tamarack, we understand that. And we know that many people assume a residential […]
