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1. ADD

Attention Deficit Disorder is characterized by inattention, hyperactivity and impulsiveness. It is the most commonly diagnosed disorder in children and teens. ADD can even go into adulthood.

2. Adolescent Therapy

A therapeutic approach that enables teenagers to reflect and express their life experiences. The therapist usually provides teen kids with methods that allow symbolism of inner conflicts. An example is an equine-assisted therapy. In the therapy session, the teen interact with horses as part of an intervention. The therapist observation will then define the issues of the teenager.

3. Anorexia

An eating disorder that is also known as Anorexia Nervosa. It is characterized with refusal to eat (no appetite), fear of gaining weight and fear of maintaining body weight. This condition has a direct relation with low self-esteem, distorted perception of body image as well as control. Permanent damages of anorexia include menstrual problem, heart problem, liver damage, baldness, pancreatitis, dizziness and others.

4. Anxiety

A psychological disorder that makes a person feel without knowing the exact feeling. It may also be a panic attack that could occur anytime. An anxiety may either be an intense social inhibition or an unwanted obsession and compulsions. Phobia of any object or situation can also trigger anxiety. The common characteristic of anxiety is a persistent fear or worry. Such a feeling can immobilize or distress a person.

5. Behavior Modification School

A learning institution that concentrates on teenage who are troubled and who cannot cope up with traditional school setting. It provides a long-term program that emphasizes on character building.

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