Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: April 8, 2021Updated: December 6, 2021National Screening Day is April 6, and some experts describe it as the nation’s “wake-up call.” 2021 marks the third annual National Alcohol Screening Day, and it’s as good a time as ever for yourself, your friends,…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: April 5, 2021Updated: April 2, 2021Teen rehabilitation programs are specifically designed to address addiction and disorders among an adolescent population. These programs have benefits. For teens and their families, this treatment is the first step toward a brighter future. To learn more…
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: February 10, 2021Updated: December 6, 2021Because there are so many street names out there and they do change from one region to the next, most people don’t know all the drug nicknames. Yet, for parents who have teens, knowing what drug slang…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: February 9, 2021Updated: March 30, 2021Many parents don’t know much about cough medicine abuse. However, they may have heard their kids talk about sizzurp and purple drank, which are terms used to describe using cough medicines to get high. These medications, often…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: January 19, 2021Updated: January 6, 2021At Foothills at Red Oak Recovery in North Carolina, we address all factors that impact teen substance abuse. This includes family therapy services and information on how to support your son without enabling his substance abuse. So,…
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…
