When your child is struggling, there is nothing you want to do more than help them in the best way that you can. It can be challenging to assess whether your child is going through a phase, acting out of teenage angst, or if they’re struggling with substances. Any substance use is an issue when…
Although traffic fatalities are lower than they were at the turn of the century, automobile accidents still kill thousands of people each year. An elevated blood alcohol level (BAC) is a factor in one out of three car accident deaths. Traffic accidents, in general, are the number one cause of death in young people. If…
It seems impossible to imagine that your child is abusing drugs. However, many people find themselves in just this situation. Recent studies show that up to 60% of teens have used alcohol by their senior year, and almost 40% have used marijuana. Being a teenager can be a confusing time. So many experiences challenge teens…
As you’ve come to terms with a teen’s addiction struggle, it can seem like a relief and a traumatic event at the same time. You’re feeling energized and ready to do whatever it takes to help your child get better, but you realize the extent of their struggle and the long road that lies ahead.…
Video games have been around for decades but have long evolved past the primitive state when they mainly appealed to a niche subset of the population. Games are visually astounding and interactive, with compelling storylines encompassing various categories. Due to their skyrocketing popularity and mass appeal, it is more likely that gaming is just a…
An increase in social gatherings, events, and family tensions occur during the holidays, potentially risking commitments in recovery. Celebrating a sober Christmas is a great way to remind you and your family of the joys recovery can provide. There are countless ways to remain sober during the holidays while participating in every aspect of them.…
Drug and alcohol abuse is a steadily increasing issue among youth across the United States. Parents need to know and look out for signs of drug abuse and symptoms of chemical dependency. Physical dependence occurs when the body becomes more tolerant of substances over time, meaning more chemicals are needed to achieve the same effects.…
If your teen is struggling with alcohol addiction, you may have trouble helping them cease their addictive behaviours. However, this may be due to underlying relationships between their behaviours and their thoughts. Often, teens begin to use drugs to anesthetize certain symptoms of mental illness. The teen years are a time that is rife with…
Ending addiction can be an extremely difficult decision to make. However, when your teen is struggling with addiction, it is all the more vital for their growth that they exit the cycle of addiction before it becomes a lifelong problem. Alcohol addiction can cause serious physical health problems, worsen mental health issues, and cause financial…
The opioid epidemic has had far-reaching consequences that have affected the lives of many people. Unfortunately, the wide reach of this addiction may mean that your teen could be struggling with opioid abuse. Most individuals are not equipped to handle the high level of care that detoxing from opioids may require. Therefore, your teen may…