Addiction and the Family: A Ripple Effect
Addiction is frequently considered a family disease – and for good reason. It affects the addict, their families, their friends, as well as anyone who is close to family and friends of the addict.
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Vigilant Parents: Learn to Identify Teen Substance Use
From the moment our newborns are nestled in our arms, we do everything in our power to protect our children. We brush off snarky terms like “helicopter parent” and “snowplow parent,” knowing in our hearts that our commitment to the well-being of our kids matters more than the perceptions of teachers and other adults in their lives. Yet it is that same devotion to our children that can blind us to the symptoms of substance use disorders.
5 Simple Drug Refusal Strategies
Navigating social situations is hard enough without the compounding pressures of substances use. Many teens avoid social situations to prevent feeling uncomfortable. However, with these
Back to School Check-Up
Many parents are already setting children into sleep routines and checking off school supply checklists. One important activity to add to this end of summer rush is the Back to School Check-Up, a few ideas to ensure your children continue a drug-free life.
Families of Addiction: Change to Prevent Change
Families of Addiction: Change to Prevent Change Substance Use Disorder changes a family. Dad is still dad but with a hint of whiskey. Brother is
Partying Under the Influence
In recent years, there has been great progress in reducing cigarette use among teenagers in the United States. According to the CDC, from 2011 to 2018, current (past 30-day) cigarette smoking was nearly halved among middle school (1.8%) and high school students (8.1%).
Teen Smoking: Much Ado About Nicotine?
In recent years, there has been great progress in reducing cigarette use among teenagers in the United States. According to the CDC, from 2011 to 2018, current (past 30-day) cigarette smoking was nearly halved among middle school (1.8%) and high school students (8.1%).
