Intermittent Explosive Disorder Treatment for Teens
Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch is a residential therapeutic facility for teen boys ages 14-17. For more than 50 years we have been providing Christ-centered solutions for teens with life-controlling addictions, mental conditions and uncontrolled behavior.
IED, Intermittent Explosive Disorder & Teen Behavior
Intermittent Explosive Disorder (IED) is a mental health condition characterized by sudden episodes of unwarranted, intense anger or aggression that are grossly out of proportion to the situation at hand.
Individuals with IED may verbally or physically lash out during these episodes, which can result in significant distress or problems in their interpersonal relationships, employment, and other areas of their life.
Teens with IED may have:
● Have Unpredictable Impulsive, Aggressive Outbursts
● Throw Verbal or Physical Tantrums with Little or No Provocation
● Become Suddenly Violent Toward People, Animals or Objects
The explosive nature of IED outbursts can be scary for others who witness these outbursts. The emotional impact and strained relationships caused by IED outbursts can make life at home difficult for the entire family.
Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch can provide a safe, therapy-intensive intervention designed to stabilize behavior, treat underlying mental health conditions like Intermittent Explosive Disorder, and equip teens with healthy coping mechanisms to thrive in life.
Understanding Your Teen’s IED Diagnosis
Intermittent explosive disorder, or IED, is a mental condition that results from a combination of biological, psychological, and environmental factors. In some cases, a neurotransmitter imbalance paired with a genetic predisposition and certain personality traits can result in IED.
In other cases, IED may be a learned behavior when an individual is frequently exposed to a high-conflict environment. In either case, living with IED can be challenging for teens and their families.
You and your family may experience:
● Emotional Stress
● Personal Safety Concerns
● Disproportionate Emotional Relationships
● Parental Guilt or Blame
● Legal and Financial Concerns
● Strained Relationships
When is Residential Treatment Necessary for Intermittent Explosive Disorder?
Residential treatment programs provide a structured environment where individuals can receive constant support and monitoring, participate in a variety of therapeutic activities designed to help them develop coping strategies, and, ideally, work on rebuilding relationships with family members through family therapy sessions.
You might consider placement in a long-term residential treatment facility when there is:
● Immediate Safety Concerns
● Lack of Progress in Outpatient Treatment
● Co-Occurring Disorders
● Severe or Frequent Outbursts Negatively Impacting Daily Life
Why Choose Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch?
Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch is a dual-diagnosis mental health treatment facility with a Christ-centered, trauma-based approach. We help boys struggling with behavior due to mental conditions like IED, problems regulating emotions, stress, or other causes.
Our program provides stabilization, skill-building, and transition support so that your son can learn to understand his diagnosis and develop healthy coping mechanisms so that he can thrive personally and professionally.
Effective, Sustainable Recovery is in Reach for Teens with IED
Christ-centered, clinically-minded mental-health residential treatment for teen boys.
Contact our admissions team to learn more about Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch and take the first step toward a healthier, happier future today.
