A therapeutic community is a participative, group-based approach to long-term mental illness, personality disorders, and drug addiction. It is a structured, psychologically informed environment where social relationships, daily structure, and activities are designed to promote health and well-being. In a therapeutic community, the community itself serves as the primary therapeutic instrument. These communities are often small, and residents have significant involvement in decision-making and running the unit.
All of us want our kids to be happy. For a parent or caregiver, it is usually a top priority. But did you know that happiness isn't just luck? It's a skill that can be learned, nurtured and developed. So if your child is having trouble finding his or her happy place, we've got tips and advice for developing habits that can bring joy and happiness. How's that for some happy news?