Author name: Christian T. Hill

Understanding and Supporting Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Understanding autism spectrum disorder in adolescents Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that affects communication and social interaction. It is often diagnosed in childhood, but it can also be diagnosed in teenagers. Signs of ASD can include difficulty with social interactions and communication, repetitive behaviors, and sensitivity to certain stimuli. It is important …

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7 Parenting Tips for Teens who Self-harm

Chances are you know someone who has been struggling with self-harming behaviors. Whether they’re cutting themselves or starving themselves…the effects of these actions on the individual and their loved ones is beyond devastating. Naturally, this is a difficult topic and one that many people are uncomfortable discussing. That’s why it can be hard to know …

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How to Recognize Teen Depression and What to do About It

Depression is a mood disorder that can affect people of any age, but it is more common in teenagers. Depression can cause feelings of sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness that can last for weeks or months. While teen depression is a common problem, it is not normal. Left untreated, teen depression can increase the risk of …

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The Self-Harm Counselor Interviews: Former Client “Maddison”

Christian Hill, MA, LPC with Christian Hill Counseling     Having spent the last 20 years working with teens who self-harm, I have always believed, and still do to this day, that the real answers to teen self-harm recovery lie within the clients themselves. Even though I’ve trained hundreds, maybe even thousands, of other school …

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