Helping a loved one get help for substance abuse isn’t always easy. Unfortunately, stigmas like shame and guilt around substance use can make it hard for people to ask for help and accept help from friends and family. Presenting treatment to others can be a safe, inclusive way to help someone you love to prepare…
The lives of teens are never easy. It can be challenging for them to cope between hormonal changes, academic pressure, social stress, and home life. Unfortunately, many teens struggle with mental health and subsequent substance abuse. For parents, it can be especially challenging to know how to help a struggling teen. There are countless programs,…
Parenting a teenager struggling with addiction is never easy. For many parents, facing their teen’s addiction can bring on feelings of failure and regret. While this is common, it’s important to understand that addiction among teens is increasingly common and treatable. A behavioural addiction treatment program can help parents and teens navigate recovery, their relationships,…
As a rule, teens have a tendency to experiment with drugs and alcohol. While some level of experimentation is normal, it’s easy for teens to develop drug and alcohol use disorders. For parents, substance abuse can be overwhelming. Finding the right drug and alcohol treatment centre can help you and your teen regain control of…
Canadian teen substance abuse statistics are enough to give even the most trusting parent a surge of anxiety. Teenagers are more vulnerable than adults to substance abuse and risky behaviours because their brains aren’t fully developed yet. Teen brains don’t handle stress as well as adult brains. Not only are teens more susceptible to making…
If your child has been diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), your family doctor may have prescribed an amphetamine medication such as Vyvanse. This stimulant drug is approved to treat children and teens with ADHD so they can remain calmer and more focused throughout the day. Although Vyvanse can support your child’s productivity, it can…
Underage drinking often seems like a part of adolescence. While many teens experiment with drinking to test boundaries and fit in with friends, they can develop alcohol use disorder. Alcohol dependency is increasingly common across the United States. A drug and alcohol treatment program is the safest way for young adults to detox and overcome…
Teens today face many challenges, from academic pressure and social stress to fear of failure and family stress. Unfortunately, this stress and pressure can lead many teens to use drugs and alcohol. For many teens, a drug and alcohol treatment program can be the most successful way to overcome drug abuse. Also, there are some…
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.…