Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: March 30, 2021Updated: April 13, 2021Teen drug use isn’t safe, no matter the type, amount, or frequency. Using drugs during these years creates a high risk for more complicated and life-threatening drug use in the future. It also limits cognitive development and…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: March 19, 2021Updated: April 13, 2021Some may believe normal teen social behavior is to use drugs or alcohol for experimentation. While many teens may engage in this type of activity, it is dangerous, and there is a potential for addiction even at…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: February 15, 2021Updated: May 11, 2021Drug and alcohol addiction are both significant challenges for teens. Teen addiction help is necessary when a teen engages in routine, consistent, or compulsory use of any substance. By reaching out to teen treatment centers, parents learn…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: December 23, 2020Updated: January 29, 2021Battling a substance use disorder is a challenging experience. Despite the potentially life-threatening consequences, some people continue to abuse drugs and fail to seek professional addiction treatment. For parents with teenage sons battling the condition, it can…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: December 11, 2020Updated: December 6, 2021Did you know that one of the leading causes of unintentional death in the US is drug overdose? While many people consider recreational drugs safe when taken without other combinations, it is vital to note that inappropriate…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: October 30, 2020Updated: November 24, 2020If you love all things fall and carving pumpkins, then you’re likely excited about celebrating Halloween. Even if you don’t dress up in a costume or have trick-or-treaters visiting your home, you might still receive invitations to…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: October 18, 2020Updated: November 24, 2020Teenage boys have a lot to contend with growing up. Sometimes things get serious for them, and they find themselves struggling with an addiction to drugs or alcohol. At a time like this, you might wonder, does…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: September 18, 2020Updated: October 15, 2020As our children grow older, so too do our worries for them. The further they get from the nest, the harder it is to keep them safe. So many influences lead down the wrong road. Steering your…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: August 10, 2020Updated: August 10, 2020According to SAMHSA, in 2017, nearly 20 million Americans over the age of 12 met the criteria for a substance abuse disorder. Substance abuse disorders are chronic and progressive, meaning symptoms become worse the longer you struggle…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: July 24, 2020Updated: July 14, 2020Substance abuse disorders and alcoholism are chronic mental health diseases that impact your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. When you struggle with a substance abuse disorder, it can negatively impact your health, relationships, and finances. Symptoms, such as…
