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Effective Ways to Deal With Addiction Triggers

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: April 26, 2023Updated: April 24, 2023One of the biggest challenges to a teen’s long-term recovery from substance use is learning to manage addiction triggers. Even after your teen gets professional help through teen substance abuse services, they’ll need support learning to navigate…

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What Is the Main Cause of Gaming Addiction?

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: April 18, 2023Updated: March 24, 2023A teen can become addicted to playing video games for many different reasons. If you’re concerned about your teen’s behavior, gaming abuse treatment for teens can help. Foothills at Red Oak Recovery offers teen gaming addiction treatment…

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Benefits of Gaming Addiction Treatment

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: April 14, 2023Updated: March 23, 2023Teen video game addiction is a growing problem, and parents are often left wondering how to help a teen who has developed an unhealthy relationship with gaming. Gaming abuse treatment for teens can provide the professional support…

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What Are the Facts and Myths About Gateway Drugs?

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: April 5, 2023Updated: March 23, 2023Today’s teens are experimenting with drug and alcohol use at increasingly younger ages—many as early as middle school. However, a teen who begins using gateway drugs with friends often needs the help of a substance abuse treatment…

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Can You Become Addicted to Gateway Drugs?

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: April 3, 2023Updated: March 23, 2023Gateway drugs are often considered safer or less addictive than other types of drugs. However, gateway drug abuse can easily lead to addiction, which requires the help of a substance abuse treatment center to overcome.Foothills at Red…

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Do Edibles Damage Your Health?

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: March 20, 2023Updated: February 23, 2023Many people believe that marijuana edibles are less harmful than other forms of marijuana. But the dangers of edibles are real, especially for teenagers. If your teen is struggling with edible use, call Foothills at Red Oak…

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Is There a Cure for Video Game Addiction?

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: March 15, 2023Updated: February 23, 2023There may not be a magic pill that instantly “cures” teenagers of gaming addictions, but video game addiction treatment can help them to successfully moderate their behavior, regain control over their lives, and become healthier and more…

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Qualities of a Successful Teen Drug Rehab Near South Carolina

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: March 13, 2023Updated: April 24, 2023Every day, teens across the country struggle with substance abuse. Peer pressure, social media, academic stress, and family life can trigger teenage drug use. Many teens also try drugs out of curiosity. Often, this curiosity can lead…

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Qualities of a Good Residential Treatment Center for Teens

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: March 12, 2023Updated: April 25, 2023Residential treatment centers for teenagers exist to provide treatment for many issues. These facilities are not simply for drug use rehab but also for behavioral problems and mental health conditions. When families feel they need more help…