ROWI Mental Health Blog

Discover a wealth of recently written articles by our experienced team of mental health professionals, delving into various mental health challenges that profoundly impact teenagers and their families. Our blog serves as a compassionate space, offering understanding, support, and practical guidance to navigate these critical issues. ROWI is here with knowledge, empathy, and hope to empower you to face these challenges with resilience and strength. Together, let's embark on a journey of growth and healing for a brighter tomorrow.

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Supporting Autistic Teens: Tips for Parents and Caregivers
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Supporting Autistic Teens: Tips for Parents and Caregivers Autism is a neurological condition that affects how an individual perceives the world around them. It can manifest in various ways, making it difficult for people with autism to socialize, communicate, and form relationships with others. Autism signs often present themselves in childhood, but some individuals may […]

Treatment Options for Teens with Autism: Effective Therapies and Activities
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Treatment Options for Teens with Autism: Effective Therapies and Activities Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects social communication, behavior, and sensory processing. The symptoms of autism can vary greatly, and there is no one-size-fits-all treatment for it. However, there are effective treatments for autism in teens that can help them improve […]

Navigating Adolescence with Autism Spectrum Disorder: Insights and Guidance
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Navigating Adolescence with Autism Spectrum Disorder: Insights and Guidance Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that affects communication, social interaction, and behavior. It is usually diagnosed in early childhood, but some ASD cases may go undiagnosed until adolescence. As a result, many autistic teenagers face unique challenges during this critical time in their […]

The Gut-Brain Connection: Why Gut Health is Important for Teen Mental Health
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The Gut-Brain Connection: Why Gut Health is Important for Teen Mental Health The teenage years can be a difficult time for many young people, and mental health issues are common during this period. While factors like stress, hormones, and social pressures are often blamed for these issues, the gut may also play a significant role. […]

What is Parent and Family Therapy?
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What is Parent and Family Therapy? Parent and family therapy is a specialized form of therapy that focuses on the relationships between family members. It can be used to help families overcome a wide range of challenges, including communication difficulties, behavioral issues, and relationship problems. What Situations Cause Parents to Seek Family Therapy? Parents often […]

Parenting Teenagers: Mood Disorders and Parental Reactions
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Parenting Teenagers: Mood Disorders and Parental Reactions We have all gone through times that we feel sad and moody. But what is the difference between feeling moody and clinical depression? Additionally, is there a difference between our own potential depression as parents and when we have an adolescent who is experiencing signs of depression?   Symptoms of […]