Have You Changed? How Teen Drug and Alcohol Use Changes You
Teen drug and alcohol use can cause a number of changes – not just to your body, but to your personality, your brain, and the way you view and approach the world. Science can provide substantial insight into why these changes occur, as well as how you can revert some of the negative changes of […]
How to Talk to Your Teen About Drug Use
Every parent wants their children to make better decisions for their mental and physical health, but learning how to talk to your teen about drug use can be extremely difficult. Having a productive conversation about substance use with your teenager can help keep them on the right path and avoid the dangers that teen drug […]
Warning Signs of Substance Use in Teens and Young Adults
Substance misuse in young adults and teenagers can quickly lead to an escalating set of behavioral and mental health problems. Learning warning signs of substance use in teens, especially to prevent addiction and substance use disorder signs early, can save your adolescent from progressing on a path that leads nowhere. Feeling overwhelmed? Talk it out […]
“No” Means No: 9 Refusal Skills for Alcohol and Drugs
Saying “no” to peer pressure can be very hard for teenagers. But it’s important that teens can say “no” when they feel unsafe, unsure, or uncomfortable. How should teens respond when offered drugs or alcohol when they want to remain sober? The 9 refusal skills in this blog will help teens nip peer pressure in […]