Teen addiction is a growing issue for families. Unfortunately, it is easy for teens to experiment with drugs and alcohol and become addicted at alarming rates. According to the National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics, an estimated 86 percent of teens know someone who actively abuses drugs, alcohol, or cigarettes daily. And although adults can…
The Fourth of July is right around the corner. As the nation gets closer to celebrating its independence, our excitement gets even more significant. From family cookouts to fireworks, Independence Day is all about unity and solidarity. But for teens battling substance abuse, it can also be triggering. If you are worried about your teen…
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 teens.…
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…
When you hear the term binge drinking, you probably think back to college, picturing parties that stretched over days or classmates that became ill from alcohol on a regular basis. But binge drinking specifically refers to an excessive amount in one sitting, and for teens, this happens in the blink of an eye. If you…
Memorial Day is a chance for us to take a moment as a nation to reflect on the incredible gift of bravery and sacrifice that our soldiers have given to us so that we can all live the life that we love. At the same time, Memorial Day weekend is seen by many people as…
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.
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Peer pressure often leads individuals to do something they would not normally do in an attempt to “belong.” Risky behaviors usually stem from some form of peer pressure because kids will feel left out or ridiculed when they don’t follow the crowd.