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, […]
Substance Abuse
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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 […]
Is Vaping a Gateway Drug for Teens?
Reading Time: 3 minutes Vaping has become more and more popular among teens and adults. First advertised as a safe substitute for smoking, vaping has since rapidly grown in popularity. Moreover, vaping is used […]
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 […]
What Parents Need to Know About Teens and Vaping
Reading Time: 5 minutes Should I let my teenager vape? That’s a question that more and more parents are asking as vaping becomes increasingly popular among teens. The most recent youth vaping statistics tracking […]
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 […]
The Facts About Teen Vaping and Vaping Health Risks
Reading Time: 6 minutes As the number of teenagers who vape continues to rise, new vaping health risks are emerging. Most recently, a vaping-related health crisis has resulted in hundreds of respiratory illnesses across […]
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 […]
What Parents Need to Know about Vaping
Reading Time: 4 minutes Is vaping bad? That’s a question that more and more parents are asking as youth vaping statistics show that the activity has become commonplace among adolescents. Vaping is a word […]
