Insights and resources on family therapy, including techniques, benefits, and strategies to strengthen family relationships and address challenges together
At BestNotes, we understand that outcomes matter. Families seeking mental health treatment for their loved ones deserve more than glossy websites and anecdotal success stories—they need evidence. In a recent podcast episode, Dr. Laura Mills, Director of Evaluation Services at Outcome Tools, shared her expertise on measuring success in treatment programs and the importance of…
Behavioral Health Needs of Older Americans That Clinicians Should Keep in Mind The World Health Organization (WHO) has observed that, as the global population grows older, there could be an increase in the behavioral health conditions that are prevalent among the elderly. The WHO states that around 15 percent of adults aged 60 and older…
Stimulant use among young people in the United States is rising. Many teens and young adults take prescription stimulants such as Adderall (dextroamphetamine-amphetamine) and Ritalin (methylphenidate), for conditions such as ADHD or narcolepsy. These drugs work on the central nervous system, including neurotransmitters involved in hyperactivity and impulse control. Many users obtain stimulants without a…
Between social isolation, financial difficulties, anxieties about the virus, and overall disruptions to normal life, the varying responses to the COVID-19 public health emergency have taken a significant toll on families. Behavioral health providers are uniquely positioned to help individuals and families recover from the mental health impact. Here’s how behavioral health providers can support…
Children and teens have unique and often complex behavioral health needs. Functional family therapy (FFT) is often used to address behavioral concerns in juveniles aged 11-18 years. Here is an overview of FFT and how it works. What does Functional Family Therapy involve? Developed by Drs. James Alexander and Bruce Parsons, FTT is a short-term…