Adolescent Treatment Unit The Adolescent Treatment Unit provides psychiatric treatment and support for teenagers, ages 13 to 17 in a safe and caring environment. Treatment programs are offered for depression, anxiety, addictions, and other mental illnesses. Support is also provided for teens who have thoughts of suicide or self-harming behaviors.
Treatment programs and activities take place daily on the unit and include a multi-dimensional approach to wellness by combining individual treatment, group therapies, and medications. On a daily basis therapeutic groups such as community meetings, occupational therapy groups, and educational groups about your illness and medications are offered. In addition, activities groups, tutoring for school work, and individual meetings with your treatment team take place to help you regain control of your life and health.
Family Involvement
Your family's involvement, and others who play a significant role in your life, is encouraged. They can be very important to the success of your treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions about the Adolescent Treatment Unit.
Meeting the Needs of Patients
It is not uncommon for people who struggle with psychiatric disorders, such as depression or anxiety to also have an active dependency on alcohol or other drugs. We are prepared to meet the needs of patients who may also require help for substance abuse issues.
Children's Intensive Treatment Unit
The Children's Intensive Treatment Unit provides psychiatric treatment and support for children, ages 4 to 13, in a safe and caring environment.
Contact Us
The Adolescent Treatment Unit is located on the 3rd floor of the Delmonico Inpatient Building, unit D3C.
Emergency, evaluations, admissions 401-455-6214 or 455-6215 Unit telephone 401-455-6370 Visiting Hours Monday-Friday 11-1 and 4:30-6:30 Weekends and Holidays 11-1:30 and 4:30-6:30 » More information and directions
Depression
Depression is a treatable medical condition, which reflects abnormalities in brain chemistry, and similar to other illnesses, requires medical treatment. » Depression Homepage
