February 19, 2021
When you’re children were little, you kept them safe by covering outlets and using childproof locks. Now that your kids are teens, it’s still important […]
February 15, 2021
The joys of being around a pre-adolescent, twirl-with-happiness tween are short-lived these days. Gone are the early days of blissful contentment with a perfectly imperfect body, […]
February 10, 2021
“Hey, can you take me to the mall?” “Can I borrow the car?” “I’m bored. I need something to do!” Oftentimes, we feel like our teens are […]
February 1, 2021
Adolescence is a pivotal time when important social and intellectual skills develop. According to the National Institute of Drug Abuse, by the time they are seniors in high school, almost […]
January 23, 2021
While drug and alcohol problems often seem to develop at random during adolescence, environment and family history both play a larger role than most parents […]
January 14, 2021
If you were to ask any high school or college student what the highlight of their school year is, the answer is sure to be spring […]
January 1, 2021
Alcohol: The Anatomy of Addiction It’s everywhere—at family birthdays and holiday parties, sporting events and at dinner tables across the country. Society’s message is clear: […]
December 11, 2020
Underage Drinking in High School Once a teen enters high school and college, the risk of alcohol abuse is at its peak. An alarming trend among […]
December 9, 2020
Drug Use Opens Door to addiction One of the most prevalent addictions in older kids is drugs and alcohol. Addiction can occur with any mood-altering substance, and […]
