It’s commonly known that exercise can help many people manage their health. But did you know that exercise can be especially helpful for teens? Exercise therapy has several advantages that can help teens address physical and mental health concerns. The benefits of exercise therapy can include improved coordination, balance, muscle strength, and cardiovascular endurance. If…
Exercise therapy is an effective and natural way for teens to improve their physical, mental, and emotional health. It’s a form of therapy that helps teens become more aware of the connection between movement and well-being. Through this form of therapy, teens learn how to use physical activity to boost self-esteem, improve physical health, and…
It’s no secret that teens abuse alcohol. Unfortunately, the consequences of this kind of misuse can be devastating. That’s why it’s essential to understand the factors that contribute to teen alcohol abuse so we can help our adolescents avoid its dangers. Teen alcohol abuse can lead to many risks, including developing substance use disorders, dangerous…
Adderall is a powerful stimulant for treating attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. While it can effectively treat these conditions, Adderall also carries the risk of addiction, especially when misused or abused. The long-term effects of Adderall addiction can be far-reaching and dangerous. Adderall misuse is increasingly common among teens. If a teen you love…
Teenagers love social media. From posting photographs to Instagram and participating in the latest TikTok dance craze, there is always a reason to be online. Yet sometimes, social media can become toxic for teens. And even worse: some have developed a social media addiction. Destinations for Teens provides teen internet addiction treatment who cannot separate…
An assortment of mood-related changes often marks the teen years. With every action they take, they prepare for the next phase of their lives: adulthood. From changing bodies, developing their own beliefs, and even setting goals for the future, adolescence can be an exciting and anxiety-ridden time for teens. What happens when the mood swings…
If your teen is experiencing mental health issues, you should know there are many ways to improve their emotional and psychological well-being. An excellent first step is to identify what might be causing the problem and discuss it with a mental health professional. However, there are also many things you can do to improve their…
For teenagers who are experiencing mental health issues, they are not alone. Among the various mental health problems that teenagers experience, depression is at the top of the list. According to information published by the CDC, over 3 percent of children are diagnosed with depression. In some situations, teenagers will benefit from regular outpatient therapy.…
Mental health is an important topic to discuss, especially regarding teens. As the world changes each year, mental health trends shift and evolve. Understanding these potential changes can help us better serve our teens as we prepare for 2023. If you or a teen you love needs teen mental health treatment, contact 877.466.0620 to learn…
If you’ve considered quitting marijuana, it’s essential to know that the process of quitting can have physical and mental effects. Understanding how long marijuana withdrawal lasts can help you better prepare for this journey. Similar to withdrawal from other substances, the length of marijuana withdrawal can vary greatly depending on various factors. If you or…
Destinations For Teens staff are actively getting vaccinated through the county and the hope is to have the majority of our staff vaccinated by the end of January, 2021. Destinations For Teens is likewise committed to educating staff to the benefits of vaccinating and to providing access to the vaccine to all employees. By minimizing the risk of transmission, Destinations For Teens is working hard to protect its clients, families and employees from contracting the COVID-19 virus.
A dedicated COVID-19 task force, including our Medical Director, Clinical Director and our Director of Nursing, provides written materials and verbal education and training to all staff. In the words of Dr. Baback Gabbay, Destinations For Teens Chief Medical Director, the message could not be simpler: "We are committed to the health and well-being of our patients and families. Our staff is committed to the CDC recommend cleaning protocols and have been fortunate to receive the Moderna or Pzifer Covid vaccine this week. Vaccination is important in order to help keep all our employees and the families we serve safe".
In addition to distributing vaccinations, Destinations For Teens facilities has implemented the following procedures for all in-person programs:
• Established a revised screening process for admissions, including questions about recent fevers, travel and mandated negative COVID-19 test results. Anyone who poses a risk to our centers will not be admitted.
• Implement active screening of residents and staff for fever and respiratory symptoms.
• Remind residents to practice social distancing and perform frequent hand hygiene.
• Screen all staff at the beginning of their shift for fever and respiratory symptoms.
• Actively take the staff’s temperature and document absence of shortness of breath, new or change in cough, and sore throat. If they are ill, have them put on a facemask and self-isolate at home.
• Destinations For Teens has revised how they interact with vendors and receiving supplies and equipment, and other non-health care providers (e.g., food delivery, etc.), and take necessary actions to prevent any potential transmission. For example, supply vendors transport supplies to dedicated locations versus inside of facilities.
• In lieu of in-person visits, facilities are offering alternative means of communication for people who would otherwise visit, such as virtual communications (phone, video-communication, etc.)
• Creating/increasing communication to update families, such as advising to not visit.
• Assigning staff as primary contact to families for inbound calls and conduct regular outbound calls to keep families up to date.