# R&A Therapeutic Partners > Therapeutic Partners --- ## Pages - [Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Services in Boca Raton](https://therapeutic-partners.com/mental-health-boca-raton/): The team at R&A is bringing our full host of therapies to the community of Delray Beach and surrounding areas. - [What Is An Educational Consultant or Therapeutic Consultant?](https://therapeutic-partners.com/educational-consultants/educational-consultant-or-therapeutic-consultant-guide/): What is an Educational Consultant or Therapeutic Consultant? Find out with our guide at R&A Therapeutic Partners and contact us for yourself or your family. - [LICENCIADO EXPERIMENTADO HONESTO ÉTICO](https://therapeutic-partners.com/spanish-services/): R&A Therapeutic Partners presta servicios a familias en toda el área del sur de Florida, así como a nivel nacional e internacional. - [Florida Intervention - A Comprehensive Q&A Guide](https://therapeutic-partners.com/intervention-services/intervention-qa-guide/): Florida intervention services at R&A Therapeutics are here to help you and your family. Get all of your questions answered with our Intervention Q&A guide. - [Anxiety Treatment in Miami](https://therapeutic-partners.com/outpatient-services/anxiety-treatment-miami/): Experience personalized anxiety treatment in Miami with R&A Therapeutics which empowers you to overcome your fears and live a fulfilling life. - [Addiction Treatment Miami](https://therapeutic-partners.com/addiction-treatment-miami/): The team at R&A Therapeutic Partners is bringing addiction treatment and our full host of therapies to the community of Miami, Florida. - [Teen Services](https://therapeutic-partners.com/teen-services/): Professional teen services and counseling in Miami: Empowering adolescents to navigate life's challenges confidently. Teen Services by R&A Therapeutic Partners. - [Outpatient Rehab in Miami, FL](https://therapeutic-partners.com/outpatient-services/): Therapeutic Partners offers addiction and mental health treatment in Miami. We support your journey to recovery with dedicated care and evidence-based therapies. - [Mental Health Delray Beach](https://therapeutic-partners.com/mental-health-delray-beach/): The team at R&A is bringing our full host of therapies to the community of Delray Beach and surrounding areas. - [Intake Form](https://therapeutic-partners.com/form/): Intake Form If you are a patient with an appointment with Ray or Ana for an evaluation or consultation, please... - [Telehealth + Online Therapy](https://therapeutic-partners.com/miami-online-therapy/): Discover the best telehealth and online therapy that Miami, Florida offers with R&A Therapeutic Partners and get help for you or a loved one today. - [Involuntary Commitment - Marchman Act](https://therapeutic-partners.com/using-florida-marchman-act/): For over twenty years, Florida’s Marchman Act has provided families with a legal path to ensure that their loved ones enter treatment for addiction. - [Blog](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/): Stay Up to date with the latest trends and techniques in substance use disorder treatment on the Therapeutic Partners blog. - [Educational Consultants in Miami, FL](https://therapeutic-partners.com/educational-consultants/): Our therapeutic educational consultants help guide families towards informed decisions, providing expert insights and personalized strategies for academic success. - [Intervention Services in Miami, Florida](https://therapeutic-partners.com/intervention-services/): Intervention services in Miami to help guide families through challenging times. Help support your loved ones on their path to healing and recovery. - [Psychotherapy in Miami](https://therapeutic-partners.com/psychotherapy-miami/): During psychotherapy, an experienced psychotherapist will guide you through personalized counseling sessions in a comfortable, supportive environment. - [Educational Workshops](https://therapeutic-partners.com/mental-health-substance-abuse-workshops/): Educational Workshops are a powerful tool to get loved ones involved in the recovery process and motivate someone to pursue long-term sobriety. - [Recovery Coaching & Monitoring](https://therapeutic-partners.com/addiction-recovery-monitoring-coaching/): R&A Therapeutic Partner's recovery coaching and monitoring services are based on our 35-plus years of experience with techniques that work. - [Aftercare Planning](https://therapeutic-partners.com/aftercare-planning/): Aftercare is the next phase of addiction and mental health rehabilitation, which reinforces the strides you made during the treatment process. - [Therapeutic Placement Services](https://therapeutic-partners.com/therapeutic-placement-services/): R&A Therapeutic Partners has amassed years of experience understanding a variety of different therapeutic options for individuals and families. - [Substance Abuse and Mental Health Evaluation](https://therapeutic-partners.com/substance-abuse-mental-health-evaluation/): A substance abuse and mental health evaluation can identify areas that require treatment and can help develop a treatment plan based on specific needs. - [Crisis Management in Miami, Florida](https://therapeutic-partners.com/crisis-management-team/): R&A Therapeutic Partners offers individualized, ongoing case management and family crisis support based on your specific needs. - [Family Therapy in Miami](https://therapeutic-partners.com/family-counseling-miami/): R&A Therapeutic Partner's family counseling services use a strength-based approach to improve coping skills and change unhealthy family dynamics. - [About R&A Therapeutic Partners](https://therapeutic-partners.com/about-addiction-mental-health-treatment/): R&A Therapeutic Partners offers top-rated addiction treatment in Miami and Delray Beach. We deliver compassionate care and personalized solutions to help you or a loved one overcome addiction and regain a healthier, happier life. - [Contact us](https://therapeutic-partners.com/contact/): Contact R&A Therapeutic Partners for more information regarding our expert counseling, therapeutic consulting and intervention services. - [Home](https://therapeutic-partners.com/): R&A Therapeutic Partners provides expert substance abuse and mental health counseling, therapeutic consulting and intervention services in Miami, Florida. --- ## Posts - [Screen to Screen: How Social Media Is Shaping the Teenage Brain](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/how-social-media-is-shaping-the-teenage-brain/): UCLA’s Brain Mapping Center ran a study that scanned the brains of 32 teenagers while they used a simulated social media app resembling Instagram. - [Addiction and Mental Health Treatment Options](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/addiction-and-mental-health-treatment-options/): Learn what happens during addiction assessment, detox, and treatment. A guide to help families understand and support their loved one's recovery journey. - [Understanding the Brain in Addiction and Recovery: What Science Tells Us](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/understanding-the-brain-in-addiction-and-recovery/): Discover how addiction alters brain function and why recovery is possible. Learn what neuroscience reveals about the brain's reward system, tolerance, and healing through abstinence and treatment. - [Adverse Childhood Experiences: Understanding the Impact and Creating a Path Toward Healing](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/adverse-childhood-experiences/): Learn how Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) impact mental health and substance use. Discover the connection between childhood trauma and healing pathways. - [Understanding Delta-8 THC: What You Need to Know](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/understanding-delta-8-thc/): Delta-8 THC, short for delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol, is a naturally occurring cannabinoid found in trace amounts in hemp and cannabis (marijuana) plants. - [Youth Vaping: Understanding the Epidemic and How Schools Are Responding](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/youth-vaping-and-how-schools-are-responding/): Over 1.6M students vape despite serious health risks. Learn why youth vaping is an epidemic, how schools are responding, and where to find help for nicotine addiction treatment. - [Schizophrenia is a Devastating Mental Illness for the Individuals Who Suffer and the Families That Love Them](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/schizophrenia-is-a-devastating-mental-illness/): Schizophrenia is both widely recognized and widely misunderstood. Affecting roughly 0.32% of the global population—about 24 million people—it is a chronic brain disorder characterized by psychosis, delusions, hallucinations, disorganized thinking, and lack of motivation. - [Celebrating Substance Use Recovery Month: Honoring Courage, Resilience, and Hope](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/celebrating-recovery-month/): September is National Recovery Month, a time to honor the millions of people across the United States who are in recovery from substance use disorders. - [Americans Are Drinking Less as Health Concerns Rise](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/americans-are-drinking-less/): For the first time in nearly a century, fewer than six in ten U.S. adults report drinking alcohol—a sign of a notable shift in American habits. - [The Kratom Controversy: What You Need to Know About the Trending Plant](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/the-kratom-controversy/): 7-Hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) is a chemical byproduct of kratom. While kratom refers to the whole plant, 7-OH is a more potent substance that has recently drawn criticism. - [Understanding the 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health: Key Insights and Implications](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/2024-national-survey-on-drug-use/): The recently released 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) from SAMHSA provides critical insights into substance in the United States. - [The Dangers of THCA: What You Need to Know](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/the-dangers-of-thca/): While THCA has shown potential in various medical studies—particularly in its anti-inflammatory, anti-nausea, and neuroprotective properties—the full range of its effects and risks remains incompletely understood. - [Screen Addiction in Adolescents](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/screen-addiction-in-adolescents/): Screen addiction is a behavioral condition marked by difficulty putting technology away despite repeated attempts, alongside symptoms such as withdrawal, tolerance and even relapse. - [The Online Gambling Epidemic Targeting Teens](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/the-online-gambling-epidemic-targeting-teens/): Learn the warning signs of teen gambling addiction and how to protect your child from online betting risks. Expert guidance for concerned parents. - [Latest Research Reveals a Connection Between Marijuana Use and Cardiovascular Disease ](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/marijuana-use-and-cardiovascular-disease/): New 2025 research links marijuana use to increased heart attack, stroke & cardiovascular death risk. Learn the facts about cannabis and heart health. - [The Complex Relationship Between Autism and Substance Use Disorder](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/the-relationship-between-autism-and-sud/): Discover the complex relationship between autism and substance use disorders, risk factors, and how integrated care approaches can better support this overlooked population.RetryClaude can make mistakes. Please double-check responses. - [Observing Mental Health Awareness Month](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/observing-mental-health-awareness-month/): Discover practical ways to prioritize mental well-being during Mental Health Awareness Month. Learn self-care techniques, first aid strategies, and how R&A Therapeutic Partners can help. - [April Is Alcohol Awareness Month](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/april-is-alcohol-awareness-month/): Discover how alcohol affects your body and brain, the progression of alcoholism as a disease, and resources for building a healthier, alcohol-free future. - [The Risks of Self-Diagnosis in the Digital Age](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/risks-of-self-diagnosis/): Discover the risks of mental health self-diagnosis through social media trends and why professional therapists provide the expert guidance you need for proper treatment. - [5 Strategies for Planning a Successful Intervention](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/planning-successful-intervention/): Planning a successful intervention requires considering the people you’ll include in the process and the things you’ll say to your loved one. - [Self-Care in Recovery: Fostering Compassion for Yourself](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/self-care-in-recovery/): A structured routine is essential for anyone who takes their health seriously. But self-care in recovery is even more important than it is for others. - [Surgeon General Issues Warning About Alcohol and Cancer Risk ](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/alcohol-and-cancer-risk/): Learn everything you need to know about Surgeon General Issues Warning About Alcohol and Cancer Risk with R&A Therapeutic Partners. - [Gender Differences in Teen Depression](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/teen-depression/): Recent research has found that the rate of depression is increasing and that there are distinct gender differences in teen depression. - [The Dangers of Binge Drinking and High-Intensity Drinking](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/dangers-of-binge-drinking/): The Dangers of Binge Drinking and High-Intensity Drinking. Get help today with R&A Therapeutic Partners. - [Marijuana and Mental Health: The Psychosis Connection](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/marijuana-and-mental-health/): R&A Therapeutic Partners offers holistic support for young people struggling with marijuana and mental health issues. Contact us for more info today. - [Failure to Launch: Understanding the Phenomenon and Its Impact on Families](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/understanding-failure-to-launch/): Every family can benefit from setting realistic expectations and admitting when it’s time to seek professional guidance for failure to launch. Call Today. - [Combating Gaming Disorder in Teens](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/combating-gaming-disorder-in-teens/): Video games are an engaging, immersive hobby for millions. For some, video game use has become problematic. Get help for gaming disorder in teens. - [Gambling Addiction Increases Alarmingly Among Younger People](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/gambling-addiction-among-younger-people/): The allure of gambling has intensified nationwide. Learn everything you need to know about gambling addiction among younger people with R&A Therapeutics. - [Separating Facts From Fiction – What Parents Should Know About College-Age Drug Use](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/college-age-drug-use/): As university campuses nationwide welcome new and returning students for the fall semester, here's what Parents Should Know About College-Age Drug Use - [New Study Highlights Disconnect Between Teens and Parents](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/disconnect-between-teens-and-parents/): A new study suggests a disconnect between teens and their parents. Learn all you need to know with R&A Therapeutic Partners today. - [Should There Be a Legal Age Limit for Social Media?](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/social-media-age-restrictions/): Though social media can help people stay in touch and find a sense of connection, there are also many downsides of this technology. - [The Relationship Between Anosognosia and Schizophrenia](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/anosognosia-and-schizophrenia/): Understand the relationship between Anosognosia and Schizophrenia. Learn everything you need to know and get the help you or a loved one may need today. - [10 Ways to Observe Mental Health Awareness Month](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/10-ways-to-observe-mental-health-awareness-month/): May is mental health awareness month. Here are 10 ways you can observe or get the help you or a loved one may need today. Contact R&A Therapeutic Partners. - [Study Suggests Link Between Pandemic and Women’s Alcohol Abuse](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/link-between-pandemic-and-womens-alcohol-abuse/): Delve deep into the study suggesting the link between the pandemic and women's alcohol abuse. Contact us today for therapeutic services for you or your family. - [Experts Warn High Potency Marijuana Strains Lead to Increase in Cannabis-Induced Psychosis](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/high-potency-marijuana-strains-lead-to-cannabis-induced-psychosis/): Widespread marijuana legalization in the U.S. has fueled an increase in cannabis-induced psychosis among users. Get all the information you need here. - [Understanding Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/understanding-cannabinoid-hyperemesis-syndrome/): Understanding Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome with R&A Therapeutics. Learn about the symptoms, causes, and treatment options available for you. - [Mental Health and Substance Abuse Intervention in South Florida: R&A Therapeutic Partners](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/mental-health-and-substance-abuse-intervention-in-south-florida-ra-therapeutic-partners/): In the serene settings of Miami and Delray Beach, Florida, R&A Therapeutic Partners stands as a beacon of hope for... - [Understanding Alcohol Use Disorder’s Causes and Symptoms](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/understanding-alcohol-use-disorders-causes-and-symptoms/): AUD is a chronic brain disease characterized by an inability to stop or control how much you drink, even when it causes multiple problems. - [First-Episode Psychosis and Substance Abuse in Young Adults](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/first-episode-psychosis-and-substance-abuse-in-young-adults/): The emergence of mental health disorders such as first-episode psychosis can significantly impact a young adult’s life. - [Substance Use Among Adolescents: Latest Insights From the Monitoring the Future Survey](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/substance-use-among-adolescents/): The COVID-19 pandemic and related changes like school closures and social distancing led to a dramatic decrease in teen substance use from 2020 to 2021. - [Health Risks Facing Today’s Teens](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/health-risks-facing-todays-teens/): Being responsible for a teenager’s well-being means equipping yourself with the facts about the leading health risks they face. - [The Evolving Landscape of Teen Marijuana Use: What Parents Should Know](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/teen-marijuana-use/): As a parent, it’s crucial to stay informed about modern marijuana strains and their link to psychosis. - [Fentanyl and the Rise of Teen Overdoses](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/fentanyl-and-the-rise-of-teen-overdoses/): Though drug and alcohol use are in decline among American high schoolers, teen overdose deaths have still doubled in recent years due to fentanyl. - [Teens Are Spending Less Time Than Ever With Friends](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/teens-spending-less-time-than-ever-with-friends/): Many American adolescents have swapped in-person interactions for the allure of social media. As a result, they’re spending less time socializing in person. - [Evidence Links Marijuana Use to Mental Health Risks in Young Adults](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/marijuana-mental-health-risks/): Mounting evidence links marijuana use with psychiatric disorders such as depression, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, especially in young men. - [Families Need Help Reaching Addicted Loved Ones](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/miami-interventionists/): In cases when a family has tried more traditional intervention approaches, we still have other tools available to get someone into therapy. - [Meta-Analysis Reveals Risks of Moderate Drinking](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/moderate-drinking-2/): Though you may have seen research suggesting that moderate amounts of alcohol can supposedly be beneficial, new evidence has refuted that claim. - [How Can You Tell if You’re Addicted to Marijuana?](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/addicted-to-weed/): According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, up to 30% of people who use marijuana become dependent on it. - [DEA Calls Xylazine a Public Safety Threat](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/xylazine-tranq/): The combination of fentanyl and xylazine – nicknamed “tranq dope” – puts people at a higher risk of suffering a fatal poisoning. - [Sadness and Depression in Teen Girls](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/teen-girls-depression/): Since depression symptoms in young women and men can present themselves differently, it’s crucial to know what red flags to look for. - [What Is an Eating Disorder?](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/eating-disorder-types/): Diet culture, fatphobia and a mindset that equates thinness with beauty have created an ideal environment for eating disorders to flourish. - [Cutting Back on Alcohol Improves Anxiety, Depression](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/alcohol-mental-health/): People who use alcohol to manage the symptoms of a mental illness like anxiety or depression must understand how drinking can make them feel worse. - [Understanding Family Resilience](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/family-resilience/): The same principles behind the family stress model can contribute to family resilience: the ability to withstand adversity together. - [Fentanyl Worsens Withdrawal Symptoms](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/fentanyl-withdrawal-symptoms/): Fentanyl’s prevalence makes it more challenging for people struggling with addiction to begin effective treatment. - [Among Gen Z, Improved Mental Health is the #1 Resolution](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/gen-z-mental-health-resolutions/): More than any other generation, Gen Z has made mental health a priority. Their New Year's resolutions are more likely to focus on it. - [How to Beat the Holiday Blues](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/holiday-blues/): It is holiday depression that's bothering you this December, or are you actually struggling with the holiday blues? Learn how to cope. - [How to Support Someone Experiencing a Psychotic Episode](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/psychotic-episode/): It is much easier to support a loved one with psychosis and stay connected if you understand their condition, what causes it and what you can do to help. - [Mental Health Resources for Teens](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/mental-health-resources/): Teen mental health challenges like depression and anxiety have been on the rise in recent years, fueled by the upheaval they face. - [Marijuana's Effects on Teens](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/marijuana-teenage-brain/): Adolescent exposure to marijuana can significantly impact cognitive ability later in life, including the ability to retain memories and learn new things. - [How to Talk to Your Teen About Mental Health](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/teenage-mental-health/): If you notice your teenager seems unusually withdrawn or is struggling to keep up in school, now is the time to speak up. - [Can Tech Help Prevent Teen Suicide?](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/teen-suicide-prevention/): Teenagers who grew up surrounded by technology naturally use the internet and their smartphones to navigate the world. - [National Recovery Month: Teens and Young Adults](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/national-recovery-month-2022/): National Recovery Month 2022 is an observance of particular importance for the parents of teens and young adults. Here's why. - [Young Adult Cannabis and Hallucinogen Use Reach Record High](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/teen-drug-statistics/): The National Institutes of Health’s Monitoring the Future survey revealed some alarming young adult drug use trends. - [Stress Management Techniques for Teenagers](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/teen-stress/): Stress in teens is at an all-time high. Read this blog to access a list of 25 proven stress management techniques for teenagers. - [988 Is the New 911 for Mental Health](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/988-is-the-new-911-for-mental-health/): As of July 16, Americans experiencing a mental health crisis can call or text 988 to reach the national Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. - [Potent THC Negatively Impacts Teens](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/teens-thc-cannabis/): What is considered high THC? Today, cannabis products have up to 95% THC, compared to 2% in the 80s. This harms teenagers. - [The Long-Term Consequences of Adolescent Binge Drinking](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/adolescent-binge-drinking/): While some parents may think that binge drinking is just a part of growing up, adolescent alcohol abuse can have serious consequences. - [Researchers Look at the Effectiveness of Alcoholics Anonymous](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/effectiveness-of-alcoholics-anonymous/): A recent literature review looked at the effectiveness of Alcoholics Anonymous by analyzing past research. Learn how AA can help your recovery. - [Recent Study Shows Decrease in Stigma Associated with Depression](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/mental-health-stigma/): A recent study looked at the perception of mental illness. Read about how efforts in reducing the stigma of depression have affected public views. - [Driving High: A False Sense of Security After Marijuana Use](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/driving-high/): What is the difference in driving high vs drunk? Driving while high is an incredibly dangerous decision with life-threatening consequences. - [Rising Teen Depression Rates](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/rising-teen-depression-rates/): The next generation of U.S. adults is more emotionally vulnerable to anxiety and depression symptoms than those who came before. - [Why You Should Properly Dispose of Prescription Medications](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/how-to-dispose-of-unused-medication/): Knowing why and how you should properly dispose of prescription medications helps prevent unused drugs from creating dangerous situations in your home. - [Study: Alcohol-Related Deaths Increased 25% in First Year of the Pandemic](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/covid-alcohol-deaths/): According to recent research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, the number of alcohol-related deaths increased by... - [Revenge Bedtime Procrastination: Workaholism, Sleep Deprivation, & Self-Harm](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/sleep-deprivation/): Workaholic symptoms include sleep deprivation. If you choose to stay awake due to work stress, you may be engaging in self-harm. - [Can Cannabis Use Lead to Psychosis?](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/thc-psychosis/): Consuming highly potent cannabis can result in psychosis symptoms. Learn about THC psychosis, sometimes mistaken for schizophrenia. - [Silver Lining: Pandemic Responsible for Largest Ever Drop in Teen Drug Use](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/teen-drug-use/): The 2021 Monitoring the Future survey found that teen drug use statistics have dropped dramatically due to the COVID-19 pandemic. - [Understanding the Disease Model of Addiction](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/disease-model-of-addiction/): Researchers have embraced the disease model of addiction. However, there may be some shortcomings to this definition of substance use. - [Opioids and Love: Understanding America’s Opioid Crisis](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/opioids-abuse/): Did you know taking opioids produces feelings similar to a mother's love? Learn how opioids impact the brain and what causes addiction. - [How to Deal with Toxic Family Members During the Holidays](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/toxic-family-members-holidays/): Are you sharing the holidays with toxic family members? Check out our seven tips for dealing with toxic people during the holidays. - [How Does Social Media Affect Teens?](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/social-media/): Recent research on social media has indicated that more than one third of teen girls feel worse about themselves after using Instagram. - [Experts Declare Youth Mental Health a National Emergency](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/youth-mental-health-national-emergency/): Experts have declared youth mental health a national emergency during the public health crisis of the COVID-19 pandemic. - [College Marijuana Use Reaches Historic Levels](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/college-marijuana-use-historic-levels/): College marijuana use has reached historic levels, with more young people using marijuana in 2020 than in previous decades. - [How to Know If You Have Depression](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/depression-signs-symptoms-treatment/): It’s important to know the signs and symptoms to know if you have depression, so you can get the treatment you need. - [Mental Illness Awareness Week at R&A Therapeutic Partners](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/mental-illness-awareness-week/): During Mental Illness Awareness Week at R&A Therapeutic Partners, we want you to know that we care about your health and well-being. - [How to Cope with Anxiety About the Delta Variant](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/delta-variant-anxiety/): It’s more important than ever to understand how to cope with anxiety about the delta variant and to keep safe and healthy. - [National Recovery Month](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/national-recovery-month-2021/): The focus of National Recovery Month 2021 is that everyone deserves the opportunity to recover from substance use and mental health disorders. - [OCD and Health Anxiety](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/ocd-health-anxiety/): The uncertainty of COVID-19 can make OCD and health anxiety that much worse for those who suffer from the mental health issues. - [Going Back to School After Remote Learning](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/back-to-school-after-remote-learning/): Parents and teachers should watch for mental health signs among teens who have a difficult time going back to school after remote learning. - [Delta 8 THC and Delta 10 Cannabinoid: What You Need to Know](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/delta-8-delta-10/): There are many facts you need to know about Delta 8 THC and Delta 10 cannabinoid, especially why they are considered a health and safety risk. - [Alcohol Consumption on the Rise in the US](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/alcohol-consumption-on-rise/): After a brief decline in the 1980s and 1990s, alcohol consumption is again on the rise in the US; many factors have impacted the increase. - [Substance Use and Mental Health Treatment Plan](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/substance-use-mental-health-treatment/): Having an advocate for your loved one’s substance and mental health treatment plan can make all the difference in their success in recovery. - [Mental Health Awareness Month | Overcoming the Stigma, Getting Help](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/overcoming-stigma-getting-help/): May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Overcoming the stigma and getting help are critical steps for your mental and physical health. - [Languishing: A New Label for COVID Mental Health](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/languishing-covid-mental-health/): Languishing is a new label for your COVID mental health, to describe what may just be the dominant emotion of 2021. - [Protect Your Child from Addiction by Building Self-Efficacy](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/protect-your-child-from-addiction/): Protect your child from addiction by building self-efficacy so that they are prepared with a sense of control and hope. - [Teen Marijuana Addiction](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/teen-marijuana-addiction/): Many recent research studies have determined that not only is cannabis addictive, but the teen marijuana addiction rate is a serious concern. - [Famous Women in Psychology](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/famous-women-in-psychology/): Famous women in psychology began their work in the 1800s and continue to provide the research and innovations important to the field. - [A Year of Anxiety for Teens](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/year-of-anxiety-teens/): This has been a year of anxiety for teens especially, as they have faced the challenges of isolation and pandemic-related stress. - [High-Functioning Depression: When Is It Time to Seek Help?](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/high-functioning-depression/): Understanding functional depression, and particularly when it is time to seek help, is critical for your health and well-being. - [Enjoying the Empty Nest | Therapy & Emotional Support for Older Adults](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/enjoying-the-empty-nest/): Many older adults are enjoying the empty nest, but some are challenged with adjusting, finding themselves facing unexpected consequences. - [The Link Between Teen Stress and Internet Addiction](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/teen-stress-internet-addiction/): The link between teen stress and internet addiction has been clear for several years but is now growing with intensity. - [New CDC Stats: Increased Overdose Deaths During the Pandemic](https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/increased-overdose-deaths/): Unfortunately, COVID challenges have also resulted in increased overdose deaths during the pandemic, according to new CDC stats. --- # # Detailed Content ## Pages > The team at R&A is bringing our full host of therapies to the community of Delray Beach and surrounding areas. - Published: 2026-01-06 - Modified: 2026-01-06 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/mental-health-boca-raton/ --- > What is an Educational Consultant or Therapeutic Consultant? Find out with our guide at R&A Therapeutic Partners and contact us for yourself or your family. - Published: 2024-05-23 - Modified: 2025-07-16 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/educational-consultants/educational-consultant-or-therapeutic-consultant-guide/ --- > R&A Therapeutic Partners presta servicios a familias en toda el área del sur de Florida, así como a nivel nacional e internacional. - Published: 2024-05-06 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/spanish-services/ --- > Florida intervention services at R&A Therapeutics are here to help you and your family. Get all of your questions answered with our Intervention Q&A guide. - Published: 2024-03-22 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/intervention-services/intervention-qa-guide/ --- > Experience personalized anxiety treatment in Miami with R&A Therapeutics which empowers you to overcome your fears and live a fulfilling life. - Published: 2024-02-16 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/outpatient-services/anxiety-treatment-miami/ --- > The team at R&A Therapeutic Partners is bringing addiction treatment and our full host of therapies to the community of Miami, Florida. - Published: 2024-01-22 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/addiction-treatment-miami/ --- > Professional teen services and counseling in Miami: Empowering adolescents to navigate life's challenges confidently. Teen Services by R&A Therapeutic Partners. - Published: 2024-01-08 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/teen-services/ --- > Therapeutic Partners offers addiction and mental health treatment in Miami. We support your journey to recovery with dedicated care and evidence-based therapies. - Published: 2022-07-07 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/outpatient-services/ --- > The team at R&A is bringing our full host of therapies to the community of Delray Beach and surrounding areas. - Published: 2021-05-21 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/mental-health-delray-beach/ --- - Published: 2021-02-19 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/form/ --- > Discover the best telehealth and online therapy that Miami, Florida offers with R&A Therapeutic Partners and get help for you or a loved one today. - Published: 2020-04-20 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/miami-online-therapy/ --- > For over twenty years, Florida’s Marchman Act has provided families with a legal path to ensure that their loved ones enter treatment for addiction. - Published: 2019-10-09 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/using-florida-marchman-act/ --- > Our therapeutic educational consultants help guide families towards informed decisions, providing expert insights and personalized strategies for academic success. - Published: 2019-04-18 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/educational-consultants/ --- > Intervention services in Miami to help guide families through challenging times. Help support your loved ones on their path to healing and recovery. - Published: 2019-04-18 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/intervention-services/ --- > During psychotherapy, an experienced psychotherapist will guide you through personalized counseling sessions in a comfortable, supportive environment. - Published: 2019-04-18 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/psychotherapy-miami/ --- > Educational Workshops are a powerful tool to get loved ones involved in the recovery process and motivate someone to pursue long-term sobriety. - Published: 2019-04-17 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/mental-health-substance-abuse-workshops/ --- > R&A Therapeutic Partner's recovery coaching and monitoring services are based on our 35-plus years of experience with techniques that work. - Published: 2019-04-17 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/addiction-recovery-monitoring-coaching/ --- > Aftercare is the next phase of addiction and mental health rehabilitation, which reinforces the strides you made during the treatment process. - Published: 2019-04-17 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/aftercare-planning/ --- > R&A Therapeutic Partners has amassed years of experience understanding a variety of different therapeutic options for individuals and families. - Published: 2019-04-17 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/therapeutic-placement-services/ --- > A substance abuse and mental health evaluation can identify areas that require treatment and can help develop a treatment plan based on specific needs. - Published: 2019-04-17 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/substance-abuse-mental-health-evaluation/ --- > R&A Therapeutic Partners offers individualized, ongoing case management and family crisis support based on your specific needs. - Published: 2019-04-17 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/crisis-management-team/ --- > R&A Therapeutic Partner's family counseling services use a strength-based approach to improve coping skills and change unhealthy family dynamics. - Published: 2019-04-17 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/family-counseling-miami/ --- > R&A Therapeutic Partners offers top-rated addiction treatment in Miami and Delray Beach. We deliver compassionate care and personalized solutions to help you or a loved one overcome addiction and regain a healthier, happier life. - Published: 2019-04-03 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/about-addiction-mental-health-treatment/ --- > Contact R&A Therapeutic Partners for more information regarding our expert counseling, therapeutic consulting and intervention services. - Published: 2019-04-03 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/contact/ --- > R&A Therapeutic Partners provides expert substance abuse and mental health counseling, therapeutic consulting and intervention services in Miami, Florida. - Published: 2019-04-01 - Modified: 2025-08-16 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/ --- --- ## Posts > UCLA’s Brain Mapping Center ran a study that scanned the brains of 32 teenagers while they used a simulated social media app resembling Instagram. - Published: 2026-03-03 - Modified: 2026-03-03 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/how-social-media-is-shaping-the-teenage-brain/ --- > Learn what happens during addiction assessment, detox, and treatment. A guide to help families understand and support their loved one's recovery journey. - Published: 2026-02-05 - Modified: 2026-03-03 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/addiction-and-mental-health-treatment-options/ --- > Discover how addiction alters brain function and why recovery is possible. Learn what neuroscience reveals about the brain's reward system, tolerance, and healing through abstinence and treatment. - Published: 2026-01-06 - Modified: 2026-03-03 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/understanding-the-brain-in-addiction-and-recovery/ --- > Learn how Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) impact mental health and substance use. Discover the connection between childhood trauma and healing pathways. - Published: 2025-11-25 - Modified: 2025-11-25 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/adverse-childhood-experiences/ --- > Delta-8 THC, short for delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol, is a naturally occurring cannabinoid found in trace amounts in hemp and cannabis (marijuana) plants. - Published: 2025-10-30 - Modified: 2025-10-30 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/understanding-delta-8-thc/ --- > Over 1.6M students vape despite serious health risks. Learn why youth vaping is an epidemic, how schools are responding, and where to find help for nicotine addiction treatment. - Published: 2025-10-17 - Modified: 2025-10-22 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/youth-vaping-and-how-schools-are-responding/ --- > Schizophrenia is both widely recognized and widely misunderstood. Affecting roughly 0.32% of the global population—about 24 million people—it is a chronic brain disorder characterized by psychosis, delusions, hallucinations, disorganized thinking, and lack of motivation. - Published: 2025-09-16 - Modified: 2025-10-30 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/schizophrenia-is-a-devastating-mental-illness/ --- > September is National Recovery Month, a time to honor the millions of people across the United States who are in recovery from substance use disorders. - Published: 2025-09-09 - Modified: 2025-09-09 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/celebrating-recovery-month/ --- > For the first time in nearly a century, fewer than six in ten U.S. adults report drinking alcohol—a sign of a notable shift in American habits. - Published: 2025-09-04 - Modified: 2025-09-04 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/americans-are-drinking-less/ --- > 7-Hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) is a chemical byproduct of kratom. While kratom refers to the whole plant, 7-OH is a more potent substance that has recently drawn criticism. - Published: 2025-08-19 - Modified: 2025-08-21 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/the-kratom-controversy/ --- > The recently released 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) from SAMHSA provides critical insights into substance in the United States. - Published: 2025-08-08 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/2024-national-survey-on-drug-use/ --- > While THCA has shown potential in various medical studies—particularly in its anti-inflammatory, anti-nausea, and neuroprotective properties—the full range of its effects and risks remains incompletely understood. - Published: 2025-07-31 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/the-dangers-of-thca/ --- > Screen addiction is a behavioral condition marked by difficulty putting technology away despite repeated attempts, alongside symptoms such as withdrawal, tolerance and even relapse. - Published: 2025-07-16 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/screen-addiction-in-adolescents/ --- > Learn the warning signs of teen gambling addiction and how to protect your child from online betting risks. Expert guidance for concerned parents. - Published: 2025-06-17 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/the-online-gambling-epidemic-targeting-teens/ --- > New 2025 research links marijuana use to increased heart attack, stroke & cardiovascular death risk. Learn the facts about cannabis and heart health. - Published: 2025-06-10 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/marijuana-use-and-cardiovascular-disease/ --- > Discover the complex relationship between autism and substance use disorders, risk factors, and how integrated care approaches can better support this overlooked population.RetryClaude can make mistakes. Please double-check responses. - Published: 2025-05-12 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/the-relationship-between-autism-and-sud/ --- > Discover practical ways to prioritize mental well-being during Mental Health Awareness Month. Learn self-care techniques, first aid strategies, and how R&A Therapeutic Partners can help. - Published: 2025-05-06 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/observing-mental-health-awareness-month/ --- > Discover how alcohol affects your body and brain, the progression of alcoholism as a disease, and resources for building a healthier, alcohol-free future. - Published: 2025-04-14 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/april-is-alcohol-awareness-month/ --- > Discover the risks of mental health self-diagnosis through social media trends and why professional therapists provide the expert guidance you need for proper treatment. - Published: 2025-04-03 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/risks-of-self-diagnosis/ --- > Planning a successful intervention requires considering the people you’ll include in the process and the things you’ll say to your loved one. - Published: 2025-02-19 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/planning-successful-intervention/ --- > A structured routine is essential for anyone who takes their health seriously. But self-care in recovery is even more important than it is for others. - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/self-care-in-recovery/ --- > Learn everything you need to know about Surgeon General Issues Warning About Alcohol and Cancer Risk with R&A Therapeutic Partners. - Published: 2025-01-15 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/alcohol-and-cancer-risk/ --- > Recent research has found that the rate of depression is increasing and that there are distinct gender differences in teen depression. - Published: 2025-01-02 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/teen-depression/ --- > The Dangers of Binge Drinking and High-Intensity Drinking. Get help today with R&A Therapeutic Partners. - Published: 2024-12-05 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/dangers-of-binge-drinking/ --- > R&A Therapeutic Partners offers holistic support for young people struggling with marijuana and mental health issues. Contact us for more info today. - Published: 2024-11-18 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/marijuana-and-mental-health/ --- > Every family can benefit from setting realistic expectations and admitting when it’s time to seek professional guidance for failure to launch. Call Today. - Published: 2024-10-16 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/understanding-failure-to-launch/ --- > Video games are an engaging, immersive hobby for millions. For some, video game use has become problematic. Get help for gaming disorder in teens. - Published: 2024-10-08 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/combating-gaming-disorder-in-teens/ --- > The allure of gambling has intensified nationwide. Learn everything you need to know about gambling addiction among younger people with R&A Therapeutics. - Published: 2024-09-05 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/gambling-addiction-among-younger-people/ --- > As university campuses nationwide welcome new and returning students for the fall semester, here's what Parents Should Know About College-Age Drug Use - Published: 2024-08-30 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/college-age-drug-use/ --- > A new study suggests a disconnect between teens and their parents. Learn all you need to know with R&A Therapeutic Partners today. - Published: 2024-08-05 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/disconnect-between-teens-and-parents/ --- > Though social media can help people stay in touch and find a sense of connection, there are also many downsides of this technology. - Published: 2024-06-19 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/social-media-age-restrictions/ --- > Understand the relationship between Anosognosia and Schizophrenia. Learn everything you need to know and get the help you or a loved one may need today. - Published: 2024-06-19 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/anosognosia-and-schizophrenia/ --- > May is mental health awareness month. Here are 10 ways you can observe or get the help you or a loved one may need today. Contact R&A Therapeutic Partners. - Published: 2024-05-10 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/10-ways-to-observe-mental-health-awareness-month/ --- > Delve deep into the study suggesting the link between the pandemic and women's alcohol abuse. Contact us today for therapeutic services for you or your family. - Published: 2024-05-06 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/link-between-pandemic-and-womens-alcohol-abuse/ --- > Widespread marijuana legalization in the U.S. has fueled an increase in cannabis-induced psychosis among users. Get all the information you need here. - Published: 2024-04-17 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/high-potency-marijuana-strains-lead-to-cannabis-induced-psychosis/ --- > Understanding Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome with R&A Therapeutics. Learn about the symptoms, causes, and treatment options available for you. - Published: 2024-03-26 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/understanding-cannabinoid-hyperemesis-syndrome/ --- - Published: 2023-11-21 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/mental-health-and-substance-abuse-intervention-in-south-florida-ra-therapeutic-partners/ --- > AUD is a chronic brain disease characterized by an inability to stop or control how much you drink, even when it causes multiple problems. - Published: 2023-09-27 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/understanding-alcohol-use-disorders-causes-and-symptoms/ --- > The emergence of mental health disorders such as first-episode psychosis can significantly impact a young adult’s life. - Published: 2023-09-12 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/first-episode-psychosis-and-substance-abuse-in-young-adults/ --- > The COVID-19 pandemic and related changes like school closures and social distancing led to a dramatic decrease in teen substance use from 2020 to 2021. - Published: 2023-08-23 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/substance-use-among-adolescents/ --- > Being responsible for a teenager’s well-being means equipping yourself with the facts about the leading health risks they face. - Published: 2023-08-09 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/health-risks-facing-todays-teens/ --- > As a parent, it’s crucial to stay informed about modern marijuana strains and their link to psychosis. - Published: 2023-07-25 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/teen-marijuana-use/ --- > Though drug and alcohol use are in decline among American high schoolers, teen overdose deaths have still doubled in recent years due to fentanyl. - Published: 2023-07-11 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/fentanyl-and-the-rise-of-teen-overdoses/ --- > Many American adolescents have swapped in-person interactions for the allure of social media. As a result, they’re spending less time socializing in person. - Published: 2023-07-07 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/teens-spending-less-time-than-ever-with-friends/ --- > Mounting evidence links marijuana use with psychiatric disorders such as depression, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, especially in young men. - Published: 2023-06-14 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/marijuana-mental-health-risks/ --- > In cases when a family has tried more traditional intervention approaches, we still have other tools available to get someone into therapy. - Published: 2023-05-25 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/miami-interventionists/ --- > Though you may have seen research suggesting that moderate amounts of alcohol can supposedly be beneficial, new evidence has refuted that claim. - Published: 2023-05-03 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/moderate-drinking-2/ --- > According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, up to 30% of people who use marijuana become dependent on it. - Published: 2023-04-27 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/addicted-to-weed/ --- > The combination of fentanyl and xylazine – nicknamed “tranq dope” – puts people at a higher risk of suffering a fatal poisoning. - Published: 2023-04-12 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/xylazine-tranq/ --- > Since depression symptoms in young women and men can present themselves differently, it’s crucial to know what red flags to look for. - Published: 2023-03-20 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/teen-girls-depression/ --- > Diet culture, fatphobia and a mindset that equates thinness with beauty have created an ideal environment for eating disorders to flourish. - Published: 2023-03-08 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/eating-disorder-types/ --- > People who use alcohol to manage the symptoms of a mental illness like anxiety or depression must understand how drinking can make them feel worse. - Published: 2023-02-20 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/alcohol-mental-health/ --- > The same principles behind the family stress model can contribute to family resilience: the ability to withstand adversity together. - Published: 2023-01-31 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/family-resilience/ --- > Fentanyl’s prevalence makes it more challenging for people struggling with addiction to begin effective treatment. - Published: 2023-01-05 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/fentanyl-withdrawal-symptoms/ --- > More than any other generation, Gen Z has made mental health a priority. Their New Year's resolutions are more likely to focus on it. - Published: 2022-12-22 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/gen-z-mental-health-resolutions/ --- > It is holiday depression that's bothering you this December, or are you actually struggling with the holiday blues? Learn how to cope. - Published: 2022-12-15 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/holiday-blues/ --- > It is much easier to support a loved one with psychosis and stay connected if you understand their condition, what causes it and what you can do to help. - Published: 2022-11-21 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/psychotic-episode/ --- > Teen mental health challenges like depression and anxiety have been on the rise in recent years, fueled by the upheaval they face. - Published: 2022-11-11 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/mental-health-resources/ --- > Adolescent exposure to marijuana can significantly impact cognitive ability later in life, including the ability to retain memories and learn new things. - Published: 2022-10-27 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/marijuana-teenage-brain/ --- > If you notice your teenager seems unusually withdrawn or is struggling to keep up in school, now is the time to speak up. - Published: 2022-10-24 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/teenage-mental-health/ --- > Teenagers who grew up surrounded by technology naturally use the internet and their smartphones to navigate the world. - Published: 2022-09-27 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/teen-suicide-prevention/ --- > National Recovery Month 2022 is an observance of particular importance for the parents of teens and young adults. Here's why. - Published: 2022-09-16 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/national-recovery-month-2022/ --- > The National Institutes of Health’s Monitoring the Future survey revealed some alarming young adult drug use trends. - Published: 2022-08-30 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/teen-drug-statistics/ --- > Stress in teens is at an all-time high. Read this blog to access a list of 25 proven stress management techniques for teenagers. - Published: 2022-08-11 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/teen-stress/ --- > As of July 16, Americans experiencing a mental health crisis can call or text 988 to reach the national Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. - Published: 2022-07-28 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/988-is-the-new-911-for-mental-health/ --- > What is considered high THC? Today, cannabis products have up to 95% THC, compared to 2% in the 80s. This harms teenagers. - Published: 2022-07-07 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/teens-thc-cannabis/ --- > While some parents may think that binge drinking is just a part of growing up, adolescent alcohol abuse can have serious consequences. - Published: 2022-06-23 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/adolescent-binge-drinking/ --- > A recent literature review looked at the effectiveness of Alcoholics Anonymous by analyzing past research. Learn how AA can help your recovery. - Published: 2022-06-16 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/effectiveness-of-alcoholics-anonymous/ --- > A recent study looked at the perception of mental illness. Read about how efforts in reducing the stigma of depression have affected public views. - Published: 2022-05-31 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/mental-health-stigma/ --- > What is the difference in driving high vs drunk? Driving while high is an incredibly dangerous decision with life-threatening consequences. - Published: 2022-05-11 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/driving-high/ --- > The next generation of U.S. adults is more emotionally vulnerable to anxiety and depression symptoms than those who came before. - Published: 2022-04-28 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/rising-teen-depression-rates/ --- > Knowing why and how you should properly dispose of prescription medications helps prevent unused drugs from creating dangerous situations in your home. - Published: 2022-04-15 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/how-to-dispose-of-unused-medication/ --- - Published: 2022-03-31 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/covid-alcohol-deaths/ --- > Workaholic symptoms include sleep deprivation. If you choose to stay awake due to work stress, you may be engaging in self-harm. - Published: 2022-03-17 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/sleep-deprivation/ --- > Consuming highly potent cannabis can result in psychosis symptoms. Learn about THC psychosis, sometimes mistaken for schizophrenia. - Published: 2022-02-28 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/thc-psychosis/ --- > The 2021 Monitoring the Future survey found that teen drug use statistics have dropped dramatically due to the COVID-19 pandemic. - Published: 2022-02-03 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/teen-drug-use/ --- > Researchers have embraced the disease model of addiction. However, there may be some shortcomings to this definition of substance use. - Published: 2022-01-31 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/disease-model-of-addiction/ --- > Did you know taking opioids produces feelings similar to a mother's love? Learn how opioids impact the brain and what causes addiction. - Published: 2022-01-18 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/opioids-abuse/ --- > Are you sharing the holidays with toxic family members? Check out our seven tips for dealing with toxic people during the holidays. - Published: 2021-12-22 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/toxic-family-members-holidays/ --- > Recent research on social media has indicated that more than one third of teen girls feel worse about themselves after using Instagram. - Published: 2021-12-03 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/social-media/ --- > Experts have declared youth mental health a national emergency during the public health crisis of the COVID-19 pandemic. - Published: 2021-11-22 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/youth-mental-health-national-emergency/ --- > College marijuana use has reached historic levels, with more young people using marijuana in 2020 than in previous decades. - Published: 2021-11-09 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/college-marijuana-use-historic-levels/ --- > It’s important to know the signs and symptoms to know if you have depression, so you can get the treatment you need. - Published: 2021-10-21 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/depression-signs-symptoms-treatment/ --- > During Mental Illness Awareness Week at R&A Therapeutic Partners, we want you to know that we care about your health and well-being. - Published: 2021-10-05 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/mental-illness-awareness-week/ --- > It’s more important than ever to understand how to cope with anxiety about the delta variant and to keep safe and healthy. - Published: 2021-09-24 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/delta-variant-anxiety/ --- > The focus of National Recovery Month 2021 is that everyone deserves the opportunity to recover from substance use and mental health disorders. - Published: 2021-09-09 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/national-recovery-month-2021/ --- > The uncertainty of COVID-19 can make OCD and health anxiety that much worse for those who suffer from the mental health issues. - Published: 2021-08-31 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/ocd-health-anxiety/ --- > Parents and teachers should watch for mental health signs among teens who have a difficult time going back to school after remote learning. - Published: 2021-08-18 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/back-to-school-after-remote-learning/ --- > There are many facts you need to know about Delta 8 THC and Delta 10 cannabinoid, especially why they are considered a health and safety risk. - Published: 2021-08-09 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/delta-8-delta-10/ --- > After a brief decline in the 1980s and 1990s, alcohol consumption is again on the rise in the US; many factors have impacted the increase. - Published: 2021-06-22 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/alcohol-consumption-on-rise/ --- > Having an advocate for your loved one’s substance and mental health treatment plan can make all the difference in their success in recovery. - Published: 2021-06-08 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/substance-use-mental-health-treatment/ --- > May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Overcoming the stigma and getting help are critical steps for your mental and physical health. - Published: 2021-05-20 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/overcoming-stigma-getting-help/ --- > Languishing is a new label for your COVID mental health, to describe what may just be the dominant emotion of 2021. - Published: 2021-05-06 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/languishing-covid-mental-health/ --- > Protect your child from addiction by building self-efficacy so that they are prepared with a sense of control and hope. - Published: 2021-04-20 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/protect-your-child-from-addiction/ --- > Many recent research studies have determined that not only is cannabis addictive, but the teen marijuana addiction rate is a serious concern. - Published: 2021-04-06 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/teen-marijuana-addiction/ --- > Famous women in psychology began their work in the 1800s and continue to provide the research and innovations important to the field. - Published: 2021-03-23 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/famous-women-in-psychology/ --- > This has been a year of anxiety for teens especially, as they have faced the challenges of isolation and pandemic-related stress. - Published: 2021-03-09 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/year-of-anxiety-teens/ --- > Understanding functional depression, and particularly when it is time to seek help, is critical for your health and well-being. - Published: 2021-02-23 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/high-functioning-depression/ --- > Many older adults are enjoying the empty nest, but some are challenged with adjusting, finding themselves facing unexpected consequences. - Published: 2021-02-09 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/enjoying-the-empty-nest/ --- > The link between teen stress and internet addiction has been clear for several years but is now growing with intensity. - Published: 2021-01-28 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/teen-stress-internet-addiction/ --- > Unfortunately, COVID challenges have also resulted in increased overdose deaths during the pandemic, according to new CDC stats. - Published: 2021-01-13 - Modified: 2025-08-19 - URL: https://therapeutic-partners.com/blog/increased-overdose-deaths/ --- ---