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Behavioral Healthcare

Understanding ADHD in Children and Young Adults

ADHD is one of the most common behavioral health conditions children and adults experience

ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, is one of the most commonly diagnosed mental health conditions in children and teens. Learn more about it may be treated in different age groups and why it’s underdiagnosed in girls.

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Feeling SAD? How to Combat Seasonal Affective Disorder

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Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a mental health condition characterized by the onset of depressive symptoms during specific times of the year. Learn more and see your treatment options in this article.

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Where Foster Parents Can Find Resources and Support in West Virginia

Explore valuable foster parent resources in West Virginia, where the need for loving caregivers and homes continues to grow. Learn about foster care, how to become a foster parent, why KVC is the right agency for you, self-care tips and more.

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5 Mental Health Tips for Parents and Caregivers

taking a walk in the great outdoors can be an important self-care practice that helps parents and children prioritize their mental health

With the demands of raising children, it’s easy for parents and caregivers to forget their own mental health. These 5 expert tips will help parents and caregivers prioritize their mental health and self-care.

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Back to School Anxiety: How Parents Can Help Set Their Children Up for Success

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Back-to-school season can drum up all sorts of feelings and emotions. Some children feel excited but some may be struggling with anxiety. How can caregivers navigate this new season and set their children up for success? Explore some expert strategies to help children cope here.

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The Truth About Foster Care: Dispelling Myths and Rumors

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Foster care is a complex system abundant with truths and misconceptions. Explore some common foster care myths and find the truth here.

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Substance Use Treatment: Know Your Options

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Discover what substance misuse looks like, what treatments are available and how you or someone you love can get the right support.

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A Day in the Life of a Social Worker: What it’s Like to Work at KVC

Look behind the scenes of a day in the life of a social worker at KVC West Virginia. From social workers to mental health professionals and beyond, see what motivates our team to make a powerful difference for the children, families and adults we serve.

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KVC West Virginia Positively Impacts Over 1,000 Children, Families and Adults in 2022

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See how KVC West Virginia positively impacted families and built family strength and resilience through preservation, reunification, mental health services and more in 2022.

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How Daily Gratitude Practices Impact Mental Health

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Gratitude is a helpful tool in transforming negative thoughts into positive ones. Learn how daily gratitude practices can benefit your mental health and download our free gratitude worksheet.

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