Role Models for our Kids
Every child needs a role model. However, over the years, young people’s options for good role models are becoming limited, as drugs, alcoholism, and bad choices are plaguing celebrities, athletes, and...
View ArticleThe Effects of Exercise On Substance Abuse
There has been a push lately for research that shows whether or not exercise can help prevent substance abuse and/or aid in the recovery of addictions. Some say that there is new evidence showing that...
View ArticleTop 5 Most Common Drugs Used by Teens
Parents must be aware of their teen’s activities and social circles, and the potential risks kids face today. Here are the five substances teens most commonly abuse: Marijuana: Weed, pot, grass; the...
View ArticleAdolescents and Dangerous Behaviors
Now that it’s summer, do you know what your kids are up to? With more free time on their hands, and possibly less supervision from parents, this is the time when many teens first start experimenting...
View ArticleEating Disorder – a Dangerous Disease
Eating disorders are more than just a teen trend. They are dangerous and potentially fatal, and they can affect a wide variety of people. Just like with substance abuse and mental illness, there is...
View ArticleAdults Providing Alcohol to Minors
Supplying alcohol to minors. We probably all know someone who does this – maybe as kids we had that favorite adult that would help us get beer for our parties. Maybe as parents we wonder who that adult...
View ArticleParental Influences
Parents may have more influence on their children than they think. In some cases this is good news, but for those parents more concerned about having a good time themselves, or those working through...
View ArticleHow to Keep Teens Busy During the Summer
Schools across the country are approaching summer break, and it is a time when parents should be aware of what their kids will be doing with all their free time. The summer is when many adolescents get...
View ArticleRaves and Ecstasy
Young people’s use of drugs such as Ecstasy is increasing, despite warnings about such substances. Ecstasy is commonly seen in bars, at concerts, and at raves, and its popularity today suggests the...
View ArticleDrug Abuse at School
The 15th annual survey by the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse (CASA) is complete and the reports are in. The study, which consists of phone and internet surveys of teens and their...
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