Suicide Treatment for Troubled Teens in California | C.A.R.E.

C.A.R.E. is a unit of licensed residential treatment centers that is proud to offer an assortment of critical services to troubled teens in California who are in need of treatment for behavior surrounding suicide.   We help troubled teens who are suffering from emotional and self injury related behavioral issues to create new beginnings each and every day.  With compassionate care, support and specialized programs, we offer a place of healing and hope.  If you have a child who is suffering with suicidal thoughts or attempts, depression and the issues associated with it,  your family may need immediate help.  
Suicidal behavior in teenagers can lead to tragic consequences.  So, it is important to realize the stakes in preventing it.  Part of preventing teen suicide also includes recognizing the issues that can bring on feelings of adolescent depression, leading to suicidal thoughts and feelings. 
For parents, one of the first steps to teen suicide prevention is to recognize suicidal behaviors in your child.  It is important to be involved in your teenager’s life, so that you can recognize when behavior seems a little abnormal and prone to depression or suicide.  Realizing that teens have a lot of stress put on them today can help you understand that it may seem difficult for the average teenager to cope with all of the life changes they are going through.  Parents need to watch out for behavior that indicates a pattern of suicidal thoughts and feelings.

Recognizing teen suicidal behavior

Expressing thoughts of death and dyingChanges in normal eating and sleeping habitsChanges in spending time with family and friendsDramatic weight changesEvidence of substance abuse Dramatic mood swingsLost interest in schoolwork and activities
The best method of treatment for families of teenagers in crisis is a residential treatment facility.Residential treatment centers use proven interventions such as evidence-based psychotherapy, drug and alcohol counseling, parent support and education, and social-skills training which can strengthen families and help facilitate live-saving changes.  These therapeutic programs operate with the goal of returning the child to his or her family and community with the least amount of stress and disruption possible and armed with the tools of success.
Parents, if you are seeking professional help, your child can soon be on their way to recovery from battles with suicide behaviors.