Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: August 9, 2022Updated: August 12, 2022With the increasing legalization of marijuana across the United States, more and more people are trying it out. And while smoking marijuana has its own risks, consuming marijuana edibles can be even more dangerous. For teens especially,…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: August 8, 2022Updated: August 5, 2022The era of rampant smartphone use has ushered in a new wave of addictive behaviors. Nearly everyone has a smartphone, and most people understand the compulsion to constantly check their messages, scroll on social media, or find…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: August 2, 2022Updated: August 8, 2022Teens who have experienced trauma can be affected in many different ways. Trauma can cause changes in a person’s way of thinking and seeing the world and their behavior. Trauma treatment is a specific therapeutic approach designed…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: August 1, 2022Updated: August 5, 2022Most people know what marijuana is and even recognize many of the slang names for the drug. However, drug use changes and evolves. Just as the “weed” of today is much more potent than it used to…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: July 28, 2022Updated: August 5, 2022Millions of people between the ages of 12 and 18 across the United States begin using alcohol each year. If you’re one of them, or if your teen abuses alcohol and wants to stop, it’s important to…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: July 27, 2022Updated: August 5, 2022Finding addiction treatment for a teen boy can feel like a complicated process. As a parent or guardian, you want to know they are being nurtured and keeping up with their academics while receiving the treatment they…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: July 25, 2022Updated: August 5, 2022Co-occurring issues refer to a teen or adult struggling with mental health concerns and substance use. Parents should know about recognizing co-occurring issues, staying supportive, and getting a teen the help they need. If you believe your…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: July 21, 2022Updated: August 5, 2022Substance use is a serious problem in South Carolina. Every year, there are thousands of drug overdoses, and teens may be at a higher risk than adults. However, there are treatment options available. With the right help,…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: July 20, 2022Updated: August 5, 2022Teen drug use continues to be a growing social issue, but many parents have no idea how widespread teen substance use is. Drug use is a slippery slope. Once a teen tries drugs, they can quickly develop…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: July 15, 2022Updated: August 5, 2022Therapy comes in many forms. Boys who enjoy being around animals may benefit from the animal caretaking program at Foothills at Red Oak Recovery. Our program includes equine therapy, where participants learn how to feed, groom, saddle,…
