Relapse is a difficult topic to discuss with your child. It’s hard to know what to say and how to react. However, your child needs to understand that you support and love them. In the event of relapse, it’s good to have a plan in place. The Process of Relapses Studies reveal that 40-80 percent of people treated for substance use disorders will have at least one drink within the first year,
Navigate the complexities of parenting a depressed teenager with expert dos and don’ts and gain practical insights to support your child’s well-being.
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How has the legalization of marijuana affected teenage drug use? This question sits at the heart of a major public health debate. This article cuts through the clutter to present “the legalization of marijuana implications for teen substance abuse,” examining various studies and the effectiveness of preventative strategies in a straightforward manner. In doing so, we will explore how changes in the legal status of marijuana shape substance use trends among teens.
Anxiety in teenagers is an increasingly prevalent issue, affecting not only teens but their families as well. This silent epidemic touches many adolescents, significantly impacting their academic performance, social interactions, and overall well-being. In this article, I equip teens (and their parents) with an understanding of anxiety. What Is Anxiety? Anxiety, a complex emotional response, is characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts, and physical changes like increased blood pressure. In teenagers,
Video games have become an integral part of the lives of many adolescents, offering entertainment, social interaction, and sometimes even an escape from reality. While gaming can be a healthy and enjoyable pastime, it can turn into a harmful addiction, and its consequences on a teenager’s physical, mental, and social well-being are significant. In this guide, I explain the consequences of gaming addiction, what it is, its prevalence and symptoms, negative effects,
Exploring Teen Residential Treatment: Defining the Path At its essence residential treatment for teens is an immersive approach that provides intensive support and intervention for adolescents facing a wide range of behavioral and emotional challenges. In this post, I outline a number of key factors to assist parents and guardians who are considering Residential Treatment for their teens. One key aspect of this approach is that it involves teens living within a
Chapter 1: An Introduction Suicide ideation (serious thoughts about, or a preoccupation with committing suicide) among teenagers is a highly concerning issue that demands urgent attention. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), suicide rates increased by approximately 36% between 2000–2021. Suicide is the No. 1 killer of adolescent girls and is the second leading cause of death among individuals aged 15 to 24, with suicidal ideation being a
