May 5, 2021
Substance use does not necessarily lead to addiction or problem use, but trying any drug or alcohol increases the risk. As the quantity and frequency […]
April 23, 2021
Just Say No Every day, teens are faced with situations in which they’re pressured to do something risky, unhealthy or, worse, illegal. Unfortunately, many teens […]
April 8, 2021
Emotional regulation is a key to success for young people, many of whom are at great risk for developing anxiety, depression and mental disorders—factors that can […]
April 6, 2021
Finding ways to communicate with your teen can be confusing and difficult for both parties when neither of you know how to help. This is […]
April 5, 2021
Can’t Afford to Follow I heard the same things from my new friends at middle school nearly every day. “Let’s skip school today. Let’s smoke […]
March 30, 2021
As the opioid crisis grows worse, other threats have seemed to take a backseat. Right now, crystal meth use is skyrocketing without much attention. According to […]
March 21, 2021
You can prepare your young adult for their young adult years by openly discussing substance abuse and addiction and letting them know you will be there […]
March 12, 2021
Teens in this age range are going to be exposed to substances. It is critical to have or continue the conversations substances – it is very […]
February 28, 2021
Junior high is a critical time in a child’s life, especially when it comes to underage drinking and alcohol abuse. When children reach this stage […]
