Teenagers love social media. From posting photographs to Instagram and participating in the latest TikTok dance craze, there is always a reason to be online. Yet sometimes, social media can become toxic for teens. And even worse: some have developed a social media addiction. Destinations for Teens provides teen internet addiction treatment who cannot separate…
Some teenagers love to party and have fun with their friends. For some teens, the ability to socialize with peers is enough of an adrenaline rush. But for others, there is a need to use party drugs such as ecstasy, ketamine, or methamphetamine. Unfortunately, using party drugs even once can result in severe consequences for…
Social media is an excellent source of entertainment for young adults. From making reels on TikTok to posting images on Instagram, social media allows teens to share their creativity and identity with others. However, there are times when social media interactions become negative. If your teen struggles with self-esteem and social media may cause more…
Addiction often causes teens to focus on the vicious cycle of being able to purchase and use drugs. An estimated 11.8 million teens have used drugs in the last month. It is not uncommon for teens to lie, cheat, or steal in their pursuit of getting high. However, their actions are not just against people…
Addiction to substances such as drugs and alcohol is a challenge for teens. More than 600,000 young adults struggle with an illicit drug use disorder. If you believe that your teen has a substance use disorder, it is time to find the proper support to help them become sober. At Destinations for Teens, teen substance…
It is not uncommon for families to have conflict. Although family members might love each other, there could also be a need for stronger communication skills. However, the act of finding ways to communicate can be stressful for family members. Children–especially teens–might feel like their parents do not listen or value their ideas. Parents might…
Dealing with teenagers can be stressful. One moment your teen is happy and filled with energy. And the next moment? They’re angry and despise you. For parents, these intense feelings can be challenging to manage. After all, you are human, too. And like your teen, you need to be understood as well. If you are…
As parents, we raise our children and provide them with guidance and support. However, as they get older, they depend less on us for reassurance and look to their friends for approval. From clothing choices, music, interests, and even speech patterns, teens are influenced by their peers. Also known as peer pressure, it is not…
One of the biggest problems facing the healthcare system today involves drug and alcohol addiction. It is always better to prevent this problem from happening than to fix it after it has already taken place. Therefore, it is critical to take a look at the biggest addiction risk factors of addiction: family history. According to…
Talking with your child about drugs and alcohol frequently will keep the child aware of your position regarding drug abuse. Being interested in what your child does, who his or her friends are, and where they go is vitally important to ensure that the child will not associate with drug users.