Reading Time: 5 minutes For parents, the first reaction to a teen DUI is typically a combination of shock, fear, and anger—accompanied by many unanswered questions. What are the legal penalties of an arrest […]
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Teen Vaping: The Complete Guide for Parents
Reading Time: 7 minutes Teen vaping has become increasingly widespread over the last few years. Research from the National Institute on Drug Abuse shows that the number of teens vaping nicotine has doubled or […]
Identifying Drugs Your Teen Might Be Using
Reading Time: 5 minutes Parents know that drugs are harmful for their teen, but they might not know what specific drugs look like and how to identify them. This is important information, however, because […]
Fairfield County Mental Health Treatment for Teens
Reading Time: 6 minutes As the mental health repercussions of the pandemic become clear, an increasing number of teenagers in Fairfield County and throughout the state of Connecticut need support for depression, anxiety, trauma, […]
The Effects of Marijuana Legalization on Teenagers
Reading Time: 6 minutes Is increased teenage marijuana use one of the effects of marijuana legalization? Data analysis and debate on this topic continues, with no clear answers. However, it’s vital for experts to […]
How Do I Talk to My Child About Teen Alcohol Use?
Reading Time: 4 minutes With fewer activities available, less contact with peers, and higher levels of stress, teens are drinking more often. And despite laws regarding teenage drinking, alcohol is relatively easy to access […]
Is There a Connection Between Schizophrenia and Marijuana?
Reading Time: 3 minutes For years, in professional and public circles, debate has been ongoing regarding the relationship between schizophrenia and marijuana. Given the widespread legalization of marijuana in the United States and the […]
The Threat of the Home Medicine Cabinet and Cough Medicine Abuse
Reading Time: 4 minutes Many parents are surprised when they learn about the threat of the home medicine cabinet. They don’t realize that over-the-counter medications (OTC) like cough medicine can be a real danger […]
Street Names for Drugs Most Abused by Teenagers
Reading Time: 3 minutes It’s not easy for parents to keep up with all the new and unfamiliar street names for common illegal drugs. That’s because drug slang changes rapidly. Although some street names […]
Signs of Alcoholism in Teens
Reading Time: 3 minutes Alcoholism, also known as alcohol dependence, is a negative pattern of alcohol use leading to a wide range of life problems. Moreover, signs of alcoholism include tolerance (needing to drink […]
The Scary Truth About Teen Alcohol Poisoning
Reading Time: 6 minutes About Teen Alcohol Poisoning Consuming alcohol significantly alters mood, behavior, and neuropsychological functioning. That’s why many people turn to alcohol as a way to relax, escape, or socialize. But drinking […]
The Dangers of Edibles and Teen Marijuana Use
Reading Time: 3 minutes When parents think about their teen using marijuana, they picture joints, pipes, and bongs. They do not imagine brownies, chocolate bars, and gummy bears. However, parents need to know about […]
