Synthetic cannabinoids, sometimes called synthetic marijuana, K2, or spice is a man-made form of cannabis. Manufacturers worked to copy the chemical makeup of the natural substance to produce a similar chemical product. However, these are highly dangerous drugs with unknown ingredients and no regulatory oversight. This makes them highly dangerous in multiple ways. For those…
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Behaviour and addiction teen treatment creates opportunities for change. Parents of a teen with an addiction may pause and wonder if they should seek help or just let teens be teens. With teen treatment centers available and opportunities accessible, it’s often best to seek help now while they are young and able to heal. More…
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Teen vaping is unsafe but harder to detect than the use of cigarettes or other drugs. Vape use is also growing and has become more accessible in recent years. Yet, as vaping facts demonstrate, there are risks to continued use. For that reason, parents who see the signs of vaping in their son or daughter…
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Is your child the definition of a troubled teen? The term “troubled teen” means different things to different people. A parent with strict rules might think that a child who rebels by dressing differently or getting a B on a report card is troubled. Another who sees their child get into trouble at school may…
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If your teen is entering into substance abuse treatment, it’s essential to know the steps you can take to help them be successful. As a parent, it’s your responsibility to make sure your child gets the addiction treatment they need and that they have the support of yourself and your family. 4 Ways to Help…
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If you’ve noticed that your child is acting unusually or that they have been stealing alcohol from you, then you might be concerned that they’re struggling with a substance use disorder. Alcohol is commonly used among teens, even though it does have the potential to be addictive and cause behaviour issues. If you want to…
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Boundaries are essential to your teen’s recovery. Substance use disorders are challenging, especially when they hit at such a young age. Despite that, with the right boundaries and support, your teen can overcome their negative issues. As a parent, you are responsible for creating a space conducive to addiction recovery. Addiction recovery boundaries are essential…
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Regardless of what your teen is struggling with, there are times when treatment might be essential to helping them recover. If they’re struggling with an addiction, they may not yet realize the impact they’re having on others or themselves. Whether your teen is addicted to gaming, drugs, alcohol, or other substances or actions, it’s essential…
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When a teen is participating in activities you don’t agree with or abusing substances like drugs or alcohol, you know you need to step in. Parents often find it’s hard to get their teens back onto the right path, though. Part of the issue could be that you’re enabling your child’s behaviour. This can be…
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When your child has to enter into a behaviour therapy program or get support for a substance use disorder, one of the most important things to focus on is getting them the continuum of care they need. What Is a “Continuum of Care? When you hear doctors or other health care providers talking about a teen…
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