brain development

Trauma and Child Neglect: The Silent but Lasting Wound

in Emotional Regulation / Emotional Regulation / Identity Formation / Mental Health / Parenting  by Adolescent Counseling Services 0 comments

Written By: Jennifer Molina, Clinical Trainee at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program WHEN PEOPLEthink of child abuse, they often picture bruises, harsh words, or sexual violation. These forms of abuse are deeply harmful and life-altering. But what many don’t realize is that neglect can sometimes leave even deeper scars on the brain than physical, sexual, or […]

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What’s Really Going On With Your Teen? A Lot More Than You Think

in Emotional Intelligence / Emotional Regulation / Friendships / Identity Formation / Identity Formation / Relationships / Teen Development / Teen Self-Image  by Adolescent Counseling Services 0 comments

Written By: Edelya Silva, Clinical Trainee at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program THE TEENAGE YEARSare often referred to as the most trying years for a parent and their child. Lots of books and blogs love to capitalize on this “chaos” with catchy titles like Feeding the Mouth that Bites You or Surviving Your Child’s Adolescence. The […]

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Supporting your Child with ADHD

in Mental Health / Parent Tips / Parenting / Uncategorized  by Adolescent Counseling Services 0 comments

Written By: Michelle Murphy, Clinical Trainee at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program AS A PARENT it’s not easy to understand how your child or teen is experiencing ADHD. What are the visual and auditory sensations accompanying the disorder? What is contributing to their lack motivation and focus to complete a task?  This 6 minute film, gives […]

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