Treatment for Suicidal Behaviors in Teens
Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch is a dual-diagnosis treatment facility for teen boys ages 14-17. Our program utilizes a Christ-centered, trauma-informed approach in treating boys with suicidal ideation, high-risk behaviors, or previous suicide attempts.
*If you or someone that you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or actions, get help immediately by calling 988.
Suicide Risk Treatment Programs for Teen Boys
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as many as 1 in 3 teens experience persistent sadness and hopelessness or have reoccurring thoughts of suicide or self-harm.
Does your teen talk about death, seem withdrawn or preoccupied, or are they engaging in risky behaviors like drugs, alcohol, and reckless driving? Signs of suicidal behaviors in teens can be subtle but are very serious.
Treatment for these behaviors almost always requires an acute mental health placement to mitigate immediate risk. Then, once the teen is stabilized, treatment evolves to address underlying causes and develop healthy coping strategies.
At Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch, we provide a comprehensive, Christ-centered solution that begins with trauma-informed clinical therapy. Our licensed therapists use a variety of methods and techniques, including individual and group therapies, to provide an immersive therapeutic experience.
Common therapeutic techniques include:
● Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
● Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
● Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
● Mindfulness-Based Therapies
● Experiential Therapy
● Family Involvement in Therapy
Our Innovative Approach Can Help Your Teen✔ Learn to redirect negative coping mechanisms. ✔ Build or strengthen a relationship with Christ. ✔ Recognize emotions and understand their feelings. ✔ Process past experiences and learn to regulate emotional responses. |
Explore a different approach to mental health treatment for teens that balances trauma-based clinical intervention, engaging outdoor adventure, and spiritual development.
What Suicidal Behaviors Look Like in Teens
Suicidal behaviors vary by individual. There is no one-size-fits-all red flag for suicide risk. Some teens struggle with feelings of hopelessness and depression for years without ever becoming actively suicidal, while others seem to show little or no warning signs before making a suicide attempt. It’s best to take any threat of suicide risk seriously.
Common suicide risk warning signs include:
● Verbal warning statements like “I wish I were dead”
● Behavioral changes like a sudden disinterest in school
● Mood changes that include anxiety, depression, or social withdrawal
● Engaging in high-risk behaviors like drugs and alcohol
● Dramatic changes in sleep patterns, hygiene, or physical appearance
● Preoccupation with death or morbid content
● Expressing feelings of being trapped or feeling hopeless
When is Residential Treatment Appropriate for Suicidal Behaviors
Residential treatment programs vary in length and scope of services. If your teen is in immediate danger, help is available through skilled mental health facilities designed to provide 72-hour evaluation placements.
But what happens next depends on the level of care that is most appropriate for your child. Teens with an active suicide risk often need intensive intervention through a long-term residential treatment facility. These programs range from 30 days to more than 365 days and offer a variety of different services depending on the program.
Placement in a residential treatment program may be appropriate when:
● Your teen is actively suicidal and seeking means
● They have multiple diagnoses or complex treatment needs
● Outpatient therapy isn’t working
● Require a more structured environment
Why Choose Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch
Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch provides a holistic, Christ-centered therapeutic intervention designed to stabilize behaviors, engage teens in therapeutic treatment, address root cause mental health issues, and build skills for long-term success.
Our drug and alcohol abuse treatment program focuses on helping boys understand their diagnosis and develop healthy coping strategies to handle difficult emotions instead of self-medicating with alcohol or drugs.
