Child & Adolescent Developmental Disorders

Developmental disorders in children or adolescents, are a group of conditions that originate in early childhood, which involve impairment in certain areas. Developmental disorders in children and adolescents × Adolescents
Adolescents /ad.o.les.cent/ n.Noun The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines the term adolescent as a young person living in the transitional period between the years of puberty and adulthood until they reach the age of full maturity. Adolescents or teenagers, are living in a turbulent and trying time in a person's lifetime. If ill prepared, teens may flounder or display negative behaviors at home. Adolescents are prone to negative behaviors such as, drug and alcohol abuse and other chemical dependencies, sexual misconduct or acting out, failing grades at school and disrespect towards authority. It is for this reason that parents of adolescents need to be particularly mindful when they reach their teenage years. If a teenager is struggling during thus time of adolescence it, is crucial for parents to seek the right care for their son or daughter.    During this time, people are typically more susceptible to negative behaviors and dangerous habits.
can range from attention deficit disorder to autism × Autism
Merriam - Webster's Dictionary defines autism A pervasive developmental disorder characterized by severe deficits in social interaction and communication, by an extremely limited range of activities and interests, and often by the presence of repetitive, stereotyped behaviors.
spectrum disorders. If left untreated, developmental disorders can significantly affect the quality of a child’s life. The cause of developmental disorders is widely debated; one such theory suggests that early stress or childhood trauma can cause the development of these disorders. Parents of a child or adolescent with a developmental disorder need to understand that help is available for their child and family. At The Crossroads is a therapeutic care option for troubled young adults. The professionals of At The Crossroads understand that developmental disorders, which are untreated, can lead to other serious negative issues. Please consider calling At The Crossroads now for a free consultation by dialing 1-800-439-0354.

Treatment Options Are Available to Help Adolescents with Developmental Disorders

Parents will find that developmental disorders are often diagnosed in early childhood. The disorders usually improve as your son or daughter grows, however there are still certain impairment s that your child will still struggle with, as they progress into adulthood. There are treatment options available to help struggling adolescents, learn how to function with the impairments caused by developmental disorders. It is imperative that parents of struggling adolescents look into the available care options, by matching their child’s needs, to the services provided by prospective programs. Treatment options differ depending on the specific developmental disorder your child struggles with.

At The Crossroads Helps Young Adults who Struggle with Developmental Disorders

While attending an out of home treatment option like At The Crossroads, you troubled young adult × Young Adult
n. noun Merriam-Webster dictionary provides two definitions of the term young adult: 1. a teenager (used especially by publishers and librarians). 2. a person in the early years of adulthood. The term ' young adult' referrs to a confusing and often times, turbulent and chaotic time in a young man or woman's life. The ages of 17 - 26, are a time of finding oneself in a struggle to carve out a lifestyle of one's choosing. It is no wonder that many young men and women struggle with this time and need outside assistance in order to live a healthy and productive lifestyle. Young adults who are troubled, can find solace from various transitional living programs for troubled young adults. Programs such as residential treatment, Independent living programs and rehabilitation programs, are all viable options for troubled young men and women.
is surrounded by trained professionals. These staff members are trained to help troubled young adults identify and overcome their issues, effectively preventing future tragedies based on their current issues. Young adults will learn the life skills × life skills
noun the ability to cope with stresses and challenges of daily life, esp. skills in communication and literacy, decision-making, occupational requirements, problem-solving, time management and planning Many life skills are learned or obtained during the time of adolescence. Sometimes, for one reason or another, adolescents are ill prepared for life ahead of them due to their poor development of life skills. For these types of young men and women, life is a daily struggle as they fall farther behind due to their ignorance. Mental health, intelligence and social environments play a big role of the development of a person's life skills. If a person is struggling with a mental illness, they are less likely to develop necessary life skills than that of a fully functioning and mentally healthy adult. Troubled youth who fail to learn basic or necessary life skills can find vocational, therapeutic and life skill building essentials at any of the following troubled teen services: residential treatment facilities, wilderness therapy, therapeutic boarding schools, group homes for troubled teens, adventure therapy
they need to have healthy lives successful lives, despite the impairments of developmental disorders. Call At The crossroads now for more information at 1-800-439-0354.