ADHD Treatment for Teen Boys
Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch is a Christ-centered, dual-diagnosis treatment facility for teen boys ages 14-17. Our long-term residential therapy program is located in Northwest Arkansas, providing effective adventure-based therapy with a trauma-informed approach in a Christian environment for boys with ADHD experiencing disrupted functioning in daily life.
Teen Treatment Center for Boys with ADHD
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by a pattern of behavior that can include difficulty maintaining attention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. The symptoms of ADHD can lead to functional impairments in social, educational, or work settings, resulting in a variety of negative coping mechanisms like substance abuse and behavioral problems.
Treatment for ADHD involves a combination of medications, psychotherapy, patient education, and the development of healthy coping strategies.
Effective Treatment Starts with a 'Whole-Person' Approach
24-Hour Skilled Nursing with Medication Management
Licensed Clinical Therapy with a Trauma-Informed Approach
An Active, Adventure-Based Curriculum & Physical Fitness Program
Structure and Support in a Christian Environment to Foster Spiritual Growth
What ADHD Looks Like in Teens
Life with ADHD can be challenging for teens and their parents. This neurodevelopmental condition can cause problems in school, difficulty following instructions or staying on task, disorganization, and behavioral problems.
Trouble concentrating or becoming easily distracted may look like it takes an unreasonably long time to complete homework which may cause a complete refusal to do the work. As a result, students with ADHD may fall behind in school and be at an increased risk of dropping out.
Teens with ADHD often also have recurring problems with disruptive behavior. They may seem to become easily frustrated and lose their temper quickly. Or, they might have difficulty controlling emotions or impulses. This can look like frequent trips to the principal’s office or involvement with the law.
When Is a Residential Therapeutic Program the Right Choice for Teens with ADHD?
More than 3 million teens are living with an attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder diagnosis. Many of them are able to function in the classroom and in their personal lives, but everyone is different. Some with a more severe disorder, or those who have developed maladaptive coping mechanisms struggle to function with an ADHD diagnosis.
Are symptoms severely impacting daily life?
When ADHD symptoms are impeding success in daily activities to the extent that the teen is unable to complete work, succeed in school, or if symptoms are negatively impacting family relationships, therapy can help. When outpatient therapy proves ineffective, a long-term residential placement can provide the structure and space to overcome diagnosis-related changes and learn skills for success.
Does the teen have more than one co-occurring diagnosis?
Often, ADHD as a single diagnosis can be effectively managed through outpatient therapy. However, when more than one diagnosis is co-occuring, treatment becomes increasingly complex. These individuals often benefit from an immersive, residential treatment program that can tailor services to meet their unique needs.
Have outpatient treatment options previously failed?
For many, outpatient therapy provides enough support to overcome ADHD challenges. However, if a teens who have previously failed with outpatient services or who have had multiple short-term placements, often benefit from longer-term treatment like a residential program.
Is there an immediate risk of danger?
Teens struggling with severe ADHD-related symptoms may use maladpative behaviors to cope with the stress of academic failure, deteriorating personal relationships, and other negative experiences. If behaviors pose an immediate risk to the individual or those around them, placement in a residential treatment program can help keep everyone safe.
Christ-Centered, Clinically-Minded
Effective, Evidence-Based Residential Treament for Teen Boys
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch an Accredited Facility?
Yes. Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch is licensed or accredited by four separate entities, including the Commission on Accreditation for Residential Facilities (CARF), Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS), Arkansas Substance Abuse Treatment Programs, and Adult & Teen Challenge USA. Collectively, these state and independent entities provide oversight for program administration ensuring that all policies, procedures, and practices employed by Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch provide a safe environment for our clients.
Do You Have to Be a Christian to Place at Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch?
No. While we provide a Christ-centered environment rich with opportunities to know God and explore individual faith, ultimately beliefs are individual. We work with many families from all denominations and a variety of backgrounds, some who attend church and some who do not.
Will My Teen Get High School Credits From Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch?
Yes, it is possible. Due to the long-term nature of our program, it is necessary to incorporate academics as a key component of our services. We offer accredited high school curriculum. Credits earned at Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch will transfer to high schools across the United States. All coursework is completed through a self-paced online academy with the support of one-on-one tutoring by certified teachers with a current state-issued K-12 teaching license.
How Long is Your Residential Treatment Program?
The length of treatment services vary by need and choice. Typically, our long-term residential program provides up to 9 months of continues services on campus followed by an additional 6 months of aftercare transition support. However, that plan is broken down into four pieces: a 90-day therapy-intensive stabilization program, a 90-day balanced therapeutic and personal growth program, and a 90-day therapeutic boarding school program. For some teens, 90-120 days of treatment will enable them for success while others may benefit from a longer placement. We focus on individualizing treatment plans to match the needs and goals of every client receiving care at our facility.
What Type(s) of Therapy Do You Offer?
At Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch, our clinical team provides dedicated, onsite Masters-level licensed therapists who provide individual, group, and family therapy sessions. Each therapy session utilizes modern, evidence-based modalities like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), accelerated resolution therapy (ART), and mindfulness-based activities. Our therapists work in tandem with a psychiatric APRN and have the support of full-time registered nurses to continually monitor and adapt treatment plans to meet the physical, mental, and emotional needs of the clients throughout the healing process.