The lawsuit says the program is part of the “troubled teen industry,” a name for facilities that have faced criticism over abuse and neglect.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Katelyn Haruko Schmisseur is one of many former campers coming forward to share their experiences with wilderness therapy. They ...

In the United States, there are about 40 wilderness therapy programs – part of 2,000 overall "troubled teen" programs, with anywhere from 150,000 to 200,000 children now enrolled, says Bobby Cook, ...

DURHAM, N.H. – Adolescents participating in wilderness and adventure therapy programs are at significantly less risk of injury than those playing football and are three times less likely to visit the ...

In recent years, several lawsuits have challenged wilderness therapy program exclusions in health plans. Not only do members typically assert a claim for benefits, alleging a denial of wilderness ...

There are many ways to provide therapeutic help and support to adolescents and young adults, but WinGate Wilderness takes a unique approach. Their wilderness therapy program is designed to offer ...

The problems started early on. The young girl from a Denver suburb — identified in a recent lawsuit only as “I.” — had problems interacting with the kids at school. She got bullied. The oldest of ...

This week, you're hearing from me, Jenna Ryu. I'm picking up where Sara Moniuszko left off, and today I'm here to share an important story she wrote. For the past few months, Sara has been researching ...

SALT LAKE CITY — More than 5,000 people have participated in the nature-based therapeutic program offered by the Anasazi Foundation for nearly four decades. The nonprofit organization offers a space ...

Top of the World Ranch is holistic, individualized set upon a 315-acre property with private rooms and bathrooms. Our program treats chemical addictions (alcohol and drugs). Our program also ...

It is our mission at Ignite Recovery Center to provide a safe therapeutic environment in which patients have the ability to achieve sustainable, long-term recovery. We aim to ensure this through ...