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,…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: July 13, 2022Updated: August 5, 2022Addiction impacts all areas of a young person’s life, especially family relationships. A family therapy program helps get to the root of addictive behaviors and helps all family members offer constructive support to a loved one healing…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: July 6, 2022Updated: August 5, 2022Social media is a fantastic tool that allows everyone with internet access to connect with friends down the street and new people worldwide. While social media itself is a positive thing, spending too much time immersed in…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamMedically Reviewed BySharon FindlaySharon Findlay read morePublished: June 29, 2022Updated: June 29, 2022Today, video games are a regular part of daily life. For teenagers, video games are a way to disconnect from stress and connect with friends in virtual worlds. Unfortunately, compulsive video…
