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Trauma and Child Neglect: The Silent but Lasting Wound

in Emotional Regulation / Emotional Regulation / Identity Formation / Mental Health / Parenting by Adolescent Counseling Services April 1, 2026March 25, 2026 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 […]

Just Say Know!: A Harm Reduction Approach To Adolescent Substance Use

in Drugs & Alcohol / Harm Reduction / Parenting / Prevention / Recovery / Treatment by Adolescent Counseling Services December 4, 2024December 2, 2024 0 comments

Written By: Connor Freeh, Clinical Trainee at ACS, Adolescent Substance Addiction Treatment Program WHAT IS HARM REDUCTION?Harm reduction in substance addiction treatment is primarily focused on keeping young adults alive. This is achieved through various means that also include abstinence as the ultimate goal. The pathway toward recovery can be long, with several different routes, […]