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The hit HBO series Euphoria is a boundary-pushing show. Depicting the “real” lives of teenagers, it is a contemporary version of Degrassi and Skins. Some, especially parents, worry that Euphoria’s graphic depictions of substance abuse, domestic violence, and a myriad of other complex issues are too heavy and too inappropriate for young audiences. What is…
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We at Hillside have dedicated ourselves to improving the lives of children and families since 1888. We have supported young people and their families in many different ways throughout the years. In recent years, Hillside became focused on providing evidence-based mental health treatment for young people, ages 6-24, and their families. Through various levels of…
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One in six children have mental, behavioral or developmental disorders. Without the proper treatment, the symptoms of various mental health conditions can have severe implications on a person’s life. Through mental health parity, a person can receive the care they need to improve their quality of life. Learn what mental health parity is, how it…
Read More >How to Build a Network of Support By Amy René, LCSW “The more healthy relationships a child has, the more likely they will be to recover from trauma and thrive. Relationships are the agents of change and the most powerful therapy is human love.” -Bruce D. Perry, M.D., PhD Everyone craves support and has a…
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Kimberly Young, Hillside assistant medical director, Dr. Adam Silberman, Hillside medical director, and Dr. Karyn Korsah, resident at Morehouse School of Medicine, on the campus of Hillside, a behavioral treatment center in Atlanta. March 24th, 2022 The Need for Mental Health Services Hillside has been working since 1888 to provide quality mental health treatment to…
Read More >Mental Health Facility Precautions and Actions During COVID As the Coronavirus pandemic continues, Hillside is committed to prioritizing safety for our clients, their families, and our employees. Using the guidelines from the Center for Disease Control and the Georgia Department of Public Health, the Coronavirus Task Force, comprised of Hillside leaders, meets several times per…
Read More >Love is in the air and the shops are full of cards and candy. Valentine’s Day can be fun, but it can also be a difficult time for people who might be struggling with personal relationships. The most important relationship we have, is with ourselves. Let’s look at how we use FAST skills with Hillside…
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DBT is centered around the concept of dialectics, which is the belief that two seemingly conflicting ideas can be true at the same time. Social media is a way to increase connection and community building. Social media makes me feel unworthy. Both of these statements are true for many individuals, especially adolescents. The question then…
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Every day, people of all ages are diagnosed with a mental health condition. Specifically, millions of children and teens deal with mental health disorders including anxiety, depression and more. These issues can stem from various genetic and environmental predispositions. But no matter how adolescents come to develop mental health concerns, they must have resources to manage…
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Jayson Rodriguez, Licensed Professional Counselor at Hillside, discusses children’s mental health during the pandemic. Jayson goes on to say that your home pre-pandemic and post-pandemic is much different and should be adjusted to fit the new normal. Teachers can’t always catch when a child is struggling with virtual learning and parents are balancing working from…
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