Jun 14, 20215 Helpful Ways to Talk to Your Teen about Drug Use Whether drug use is already suspected or seems as unlikely as ever for your teen, talking to them about drugs will lay the groundwork...
Jun 14, 20214 Facts about Antidepressant Drugs for TeensSometimes the physician or psychiatrist might suggest that your teen would benefit from taking an antidepressant. This can be a scary sugges
May 25, 2021JYS Success StoryOnce she was admitted into JYS, she began making slow progress, but it came with several setbacks. The staff continued to work with her
Apr 30, 2021Therapeutic Foster Care Parents Needed Juneau kids need therapeutic foster care parents. Therapeutic foster care is different from traditional foster care...
Apr 30, 2021More Alaska Youth are Visiting the ER for Mental and Behavioral Health Problems Post-Pandemic or some of Alaska’s young people, the stress, isolation, economics and household dynamics are leading to mental and behavioral health crises
Apr 30, 2021Mental Health Awareness Mental health is something everyone should care about. Most families have at least one relative or immediate family member who struggles....
Apr 28, 20213 Facts about Prescription Drug Abuse in Teens Educating yourself is the first step, which is why we’re sharing three facts about prescription drug abuse in young people.
Apr 23, 20215 Reasons Teens Benefit from Group TherapyGroup therapy provides a safe and supportive environment for participants to vocalize their feelings. During group therapy, a mental health
Apr 6, 20215 Ways to Recognize Your Teen is in Crisis A crisis is anytime your teen is going through something that is negatively impacting their life and mental health in a major way.
Mar 17, 20214 Tips for Teen Suicide Prevention Sadly, there’s a real stigma around suicide, especially teen suicide, and it can feel like a topic that shouldn’t be talked about.
Mar 10, 20214 Benefits of Family TherapyWhen a teen is facing challenges, their struggles affect their entire family. Family therapy is a type of group therapy that explores this d
Feb 10, 2021Juneau Youth Services Debuts New Brand and Website The new, beautifully bright colors of the JYS brand represent hope. The new logo features fireweed and mountains, which represent the beauty
Feb 9, 2021COVID-19JYS is taking steps to reduce the spread of COVID-19, including following the CDC’s guidance: maintain a 6-foot distance whenever...
Dec 31, 20205 Factors that Cause Teen Depression (and how you can help) Teenage depression isn’t a phase, it’s a serious struggle that needs to be addressed. Here are some of the leading causes of depression in t
Dec 20, 20207 Signs of Teenage Mental IllnessIf you’re worried about your teenager’s moods and behavior, you’re not alone. Many parents worry about the mental health of their children.