Therapists can use a range of therapeutic techniques to guide the healing process in troubled teens. While talk therapy usually comes to mind, there are…
The fastest-growing drug problem among teenagers is surprisingly prescription drugs. Teenagers are exposed to medication either through a prescription from a doctor or the availability…
In recent years, social media has become increasingly popular among people of all age groups. In fact, as of January 2019, 45 percent of the…
Many families like to get together and relax over the long Memorial Day weekend. Your son can stay sober over Memorial Day using the tips…
If you have a teenage or adolescent son with substance use disorders, it’s essential to find the best facility for his needs. Often, that means…
It’s normal for teens to feel sad, afraid, and anxious after they experience trauma. When these feelings don’t fade, they could have posttraumatic stress disorder…
A person who has a mental health disorder, along with a drug or alcohol problem, has what is called a co-occurring issue. The condition is…
Some parents ignore signs that indicate they have a troubled teen. It’s easy to chalk up bad behavior as part of the typical teenage experience.…
Some people try to stop abusing alcohol on their own without going through alcohol abuse treatment. However, due to the dangers posed by alcohol withdrawal symptoms,…
Most adolescent or teenage boys play video games, and some do so excessively. The question is, when does a favorite activity become an addiction? At…
