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The Stress of Virtual Learning on Teens

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: November 6, 2020Updated: December 6, 2021Many schools are using virtual learning platforms because of the recent pandemic. In the recent past, more public schools in the US have embraced the internet as a crucial tool for academics. While students can gain in…

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Teens and Social Media

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: June 12, 2020Updated: August 18, 2022Social media can also cause behavioral addiction, which can cause teens to prioritize social media use over responsibilities such as schoolwork, chores, and extracurricular activities. Teens and social media can be a dangerous combination, as teens lack…

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Signs of Smartphone Addiction

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: November 7, 2019Updated: May 11, 2021Movies before the 21st century often imagined what life would be like after the year 2000. One detail that movie makers never imagined is the constant use of mobile devices. It seems that everyone has a smartphone.…

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Learn How to Stop Gaming Addiction

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: November 5, 2019Updated: March 3, 2021Many parents have felt the exasperation of trying to pry their son away from a video game. For some adolescents, video games become more than a hobby or distraction. They become an uncontrollable compulsion and have negative…

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Outdoor Activities for Teens

Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: March 18, 2019Updated: January 24, 2023Helping teens overcome substance misuse is essential. Did you know that hobbies and activities can help prevent relapse? There are some wonderful outdoor activities that teens can take part in. Activities such as music, sports, and art…