What Is Classified as a Sex Addiction?

Sex addiction, or compulsive sexual behavior, can disrupt lives, especially among teens. Learn the signs, causes, and treatment options to regain control and promote healthy development at White River Academy.
How Is Sex Addiction Diagnosed?

Sex addiction in adolescent boys can impact emotional health and relationships. White River Academy offers expert diagnosis and treatment in a supportive setting.
Understanding Adolescent Vulnerability to Addiction

The teenage brain’s heightened reward sensitivity and underdeveloped impulse control make adolescents more vulnerable to addiction, with early substance use potentially causing lasting cognitive and emotional harm.
How to Have a Substance Abuse Intervention with Your Teen

Worried your teen may be using drugs or alcohol? Early intervention is key. Learn how to approach the conversation with compassion and guide your child toward healing and recovery.
How Parents Can Support Their Teen in Addiction Treatment

Parental support is vital in teen addiction recovery. From open communication to setting boundaries and engaging in treatment, your involvement helps your teen build resilience, stay accountable, and achieve lasting sobriety.
Types of Boarding Schools

Explore the different types of boarding schools for adolescent boys—from traditional to therapeutic—and discover how each supports academic growth, discipline, and emotional development.
Signs of Drug Use in Teens

It can be hard to spot teen drug use, as signs often mimic normal adolescent behavior. But early detection is key. Learn how to recognize warning signs, understand risk factors, and take steps to prevent and address substance use in teen boys.
Teen Anxiety and Substance Abuse

Teen boys often face both anxiety and substance abuse, with one exacerbating the other. Effective treatment addresses both issues simultaneously through therapy and family support to break the cycle and promote lasting recovery.
What is the Troubled Teen Industry?

The troubled teen industry includes programs for adolescents facing behavioral or emotional issues. While support options vary, it’s vital for families to seek ethical, evidence-based care tailored to their teen’s unique needs.
What are the Psychological Effects of Technology Addiction

Technology addiction can lead to anxiety, depression, and social isolation in adolescent boys. At White River Academy in Utah, we offer specialized treatment to help teens build healthier habits and regain control of their lives