After alcohol, marijuana is the most frequently used drug among adolescents. As a result, teens develop a dependence on the drug that requires treatment in marijuana rehab. But many teens […]
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FORBES: How To Deliver Extraordinary Customer Experience Even When People Don’t Want Your Help
The higher customers’ expectations, the harder it is to satisfy them. But it’s hardest to satisfy customers that don’t want to engage with you at all. In that case, embrace […]
Recognizing Marijuana Paraphernalia
According to federal laws, it is illegal for teens to possess marijuana paraphernalia. According to the National Drug Intelligence Center, a component of the US Department of Justice, “The term […]
Newport Academy Expands: Acquisition of NorthStar Academy
Newport Academy is thrilled to announce the expansion of its services in the Greater Washington DC area. Newport Academy has acquired all the assets of NorthStar Academy, an adolescent mental […]
This is What Happens to Your Brain When You’re Addicted to Opioids
It’s not good. To this day, Emma*, 19, can’t step foot in her childhood home without having flashbacks to the most terrifying moment of her life. Three years ago, a […]
Newport Academy Featured in Special Today Show Segment
Teens & The Effects of Painkillers On a recent segment of the 'Today' show, correspondent Jenna Bush Hager spoke with three Newport Academy alumni teens and with Jamison Monroe, Jr., [...]
The Best Teen Treatment Center in the Nation
As reported by the National Institute of Drug Abuse, residential treatment requires an adequate period of time. As a result, this generates lasting change. The minimal length of teen residential treatment is determined […]
Gender-Specific Treatment & Why it Works
Gender-specific treatment works. Gender-specified environments comprise well-rounded rehabilitation treatment program. Why is gender-specific treatment for teens successful? Do biological and behavioral factors vary for males and females? How much does age matter? […]
Sober Living Homes
Sober living homes offer 24-hour sober support for teens after rehab. First, although kids may wish to return home, it is important to maintain recovery. Sober Living Homes After inpatient rehab, […]
High School Dropout Rates Linked to Substance Abuse
In the United States, one out of seven high school students drops out before they make it to graduation day. This is an alarming statistic in this day and age […]
Adolescent Antisocial Behavior
Adolescent antisocial behavior and conduct disorder is common. Occasional outbursts and dramatic episodes towards authority figures tend to be a natural part of growing up. However, at what point does […]
Health Issues & Side Effects of Heroin Abuse
Heroin is a remarkably potent drug, and most teens seem to be well aware of the dangers heroin abuse. In the 2011 Monitoring the Future study, about 60 percent of […]
