Connections, friendships and relationships are important for teens (and everyone!). Whether it's a romantic relationship or a friendship, it's important to know what healthy relationships look and feel like.
You should feel safe and respected. Differences are resolved though communication and compromise. You maintain your own interests and individuality, and you are a equal in status: one person should not have more power than the other.
For more on healthy relationships, check out these resources:
Star Alaska resources for teens for safe relationships: loom.ly/dId__5g
Healthy Relationship toolkit: loom.ly/fP3Xiig
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Reminder: you can now reach us at one phone number, across the state!
907-563-1000
We’re upgrading our phone systems! Phone numbers for Fairbanks staff with the 317 prefix will be phasing out. Rest assured, you’ll still be able to connect with live human beings when you call 907-563-1000!
Press 1 for Anchorage
Press 2 for Mat Su
Press 3 for Fairbanks
Press 4 for PHP, Residential and IOP referrals
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In our Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Alaska Behavioral Health's recent webinar presented by Suzette O'Donnell, LCSW, called "Am I Normal?" she gave us some helpful tips on how to overcome fear conditioning. Sometimes we need to reframe our thought process so that we are thinking more positively, rather than harping on the negative.
What tip is most helpful?
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Self harm is fairly common among adolescents, with up to 50% engaging in some form of self-injury.
Be on the lookout for warning signs, including changes in behavior and mood, feelings of hopelessness, and unexplained burns, cuts or bruises.
If you do notice signs, speak and listen without judgement, refrain from punishment, and help the persons struggling get connected to therapy.
#mentalhealth #selfharm #youthmentalhealth
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It's springtime! For Alaskans, the longer, sunnier days and evening daylight hours coming can be invigorating, but they can also increase anxiety and depression and mess with your sleep schedule.
Good sleep routines, even on the weekends, can help protect your mental health. Some tips: stick to regular sleep routines, watch what you eat (especially close to bed-time) and get daily exercise.
More tips from the Mayo Clinic: loom.ly/6jE6Dt
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Thank you, Alaska Public Media for inviting Dr. Goodman to be part of this important discussion!
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Group therapy may not be your first choice, but evidence shows it can be as effective, or even more effective, than individual therapy. And it might mean you get help sooner!
One of our adult partial hospitalization clients shared his story, from his initial hesitation to what he learned in his three weeks with the program.
Read the blog here! loom.ly/6Q7NIXQ
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Teens who report chronic stress are twice as likely to try alcohol before age 15, and research shows using alcohol before age 15 increases the risk of developing an alcohol use disorder later in life.
Helping young people learn healthy coping skills can benefit them throughout their lives!
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