Teens today have continuous access to the internet through home computers, tablets, and smartphones. This access offers many benefits. Teens can access information on virtually any topic and master new skills. They can also socialise with others around the world, play games, or listen to music and watch videos. Some young people make a very…
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Recovery from teen drug and alcohol addiction is a serious matter. When your child is in the throes of substance use disorder (SUD), it might seem impossible to imagine things can improve. SUD can take over your child’s life and ruin all the plans they had for their future. But there is hope when you…
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The teenage period is a highly turbulent time, both for the parent and the child. As a parent, you might be overwhelmed by your teen’s unruly behaviour and worried about their well-being. A higher proportion of youth aged 15 to 19 reported harm due to alcohol use in the past year than adults aged 25…
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As your child ages, they start making their own decisions, selecting their friends, and building networks. But as parents, you might ask yourself, “How do I protect my child from bad influence?” A friend’s bad influence may adversely affect your child—they may become more rebellious, disrespectful, or even experiment with drugs. If you’re worried about…
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As parents, we often have to make difficult choices when it comes to helping troubled teenagers. Sometimes, for teens struggling with behavioural issues or substance use, the only course of action is to send your child away for residential treatment. But you might wonder how to send your child away. What if they feel abandoned,…
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Mental health disorders rarely go away on their own. In most cases, professional help and intervention, usually in the form of clinical therapy, are required for healing. Clinical therapy for teens can help resolve their behavioural and mental issues, empowering them to live happier and more successful lives. If you’re looking for treatment programs focusing…
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Intense physical and psychological changes accompany the teenage years. As such, your teen might feel confused or overwhelmed with life’s challenges and turn to harmful coping mechanisms. Alternatively, peer pressure might force them to experiment with drugs, culminating in a substance use disorder. Teen drug abuse is extremely dangerous, requiring timely intervention and treatment. If…
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As your child steps into the teenage period, you may notice a set of physical and emotional changes. This period can be highly turbulent—along with hormonal changes. They may be overwhelmed by the new challenges they face, resulting in your teen’s depression. Moreover, depression in teens is rising, so it is vital to spot the…
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Anxiety in teens is on the rise. Be it academic deadlines, peer pressure, or even fears about the future in a pandemic-ridden world, teenagers these days struggle with a lot of anxiety and feel all alone in their path. Teens with anxiety become irritable, suffer mood swings, and may even develop sleeping problems and other…
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Be it peer pressure, academic deadlines, or parental expectations, teenagers these days often face undue stress. Unable to cope with the challenges, they may sometimes turn to drugs as a negative coping mechanism, which further worsens the situation. In such cases, a personalized live-in drug treatment program can bring their lives back on track. If…
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