Are you wondering why your teen is struggling in school? Unraveling the reasons behind their difficulties can provide valuable insight and help you support them effectively. Learning disabilities, mental health issues, lack of motivation, poor study habits, and external pressures can all contribute to their challenges. By understanding these factors, you can work together to […]

As a parent, coming to terms with the fact that your teen may have a problem with alcohol can be incredibly difficult. However, getting them the help they need is an essential first step. Alcohol abuse among teenagers is far too common, and denying there is an issue will only allow the problem to worsen […]

Substance abuse is a difficult challenge that affects many families. If your teen is struggling with addiction, it can feel hopeless and overwhelming. However, recovery is possible through treatment, support, and making healthy lifestyle changes. In this blog post, we will offer guidance on how loved ones can help overcome substance abuse. The First Step: […]

Academic struggles and poor grades are common issues many teens face, but for troubled teens, these problems can feel overwhelming. Teens dealing with learning disabilities, mental health issues, substance abuse, or demanding home environments often see their grades suffer as a result. While bad grades are symptomatic of deeper issues, they can further damage a […]

Liahona Academy provides a unique program that utilizes outdoor adventures and activities to facilitate healing and growth for troubled teen boys. Located in Utah, Liahona Academy offers teens a long-term residential treatment option that goes beyond short-term wilderness experiences to create lasting change. This post will explore how Liahona Academy uses outdoor adventures, what to […]

For teenagers, ongoing academic success can seem out of reach when mental health issues take priority.  At Liahona Academy, we understand that a student’s education is too important to neglect during their recovery journey. Through our integrated treatment model, students receive personalized learning plans tailored to their needs alongside intensive therapeutic support. This holistic approach […]

The teenage years can be turbulent for many adolescents. Some teens struggle with mental health issues, substance abuse, or behavioral problems that disrupt their emotional well-being and relationships.  Providing a supportive environment is crucial for troubled teens to heal and get their lives back on track. Liahona Boys Academy utilizes a therapeutic approach to building […]

Residential treatment programs aim to help troubled teens overcome challenges and set them on a healthy path toward independence and maturity. A crucial component of achieving this goal is teaching life skills – the practical abilities needed to function successfully as young adults. At Liahona Academy, our therapeutic program emphasizes life skills training as a […]

Mental health treatment aims to help individuals overcome psychological disturbances and promote well-being. At the core of Liahona’s approach is transformative therapy – a method focused on catalyzing positive change by addressing the whole person.  This blog post will explore why transformative therapy matters, provide an overview of Liahona’s implementation and discuss the many benefits […]

There are ups and downs to parenting, but dealing with your teen’s troubling behaviors can make the downs especially difficult. In addition, parenting and adolescence can be challenging experiences when there is a dysfunctional relationship marked by mistrust and ongoing conflict. The good news is that you may enhance your relationship with your teen and […]