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When It Comes to Your Child’s Addiction, Leave the Past in the Past

How do we help a loved one who is struggling with substance use?

Secrets for Surviving Thanksgiving with an Addicted Son

Thanksgiving, Christmas, birthdays or anything that was special to our family — our son who was using drugs found a way to bring heartache to the occasion. Here are my tips for dealing with it.

Refusing Prescription Opioids in Recovery

When your child is in recovery, they may need a medical or dental procedure where the standard pain treatment is opioids. Here's how to deal with it.

7 Truths About My Son’s Addiction

We have come to accept these truths. Today it's much easier to deal with the heartache. We have become more effective at helping our son with his addiction.

Withdrawing from “Withdrawal”: The Language of Addiction Matters

We need to change language like junkie, addict, and alcoholic if we are to lessen the stigma and negativity that saturates the perception of drug addiction.

Where There Is Life, There Is Hope

At face value, they sound so simple. Just seven words strung together. But in taking a moment to step back and find perspective, they become so much more.

My Son’s Drug Addiction: What I Learned About Myself

Like many parents, I felt that my son's addiction was every bit of my problem as it was his. I didn't know what I was doing wrong.

5 Things I Did After My Teen Was Caught Drinking

I was wracked with worry and felt guilty for not knowing that she was drinking alcohol in the first place. “How could I have missed it?!”

4 Lessons I Learned From Confronting My Teen With Addiction

When addiction hit my daughter, it was like a tornado hitting our home from the inside out. Learning to talk to her was like learning a different language.

How to Keep Your Teen Safe at Prom, Graduation, and Parties

Prom and graduation season is here. Learn how to build a safety plan with your teen, set a code word for a no-questions pickup, and handle rides home.

My College Student Blacked Out from Drinking: What Parents Should Do

Your college student blacked out from drinking? Learn what a blackout means, when it's a 911 emergency, and how to talk with your child calmly.

Teen Steroid Use: Signs, Risks & How to Talk to Your Kid

More teens are using steroids to bulk up — and many parents miss it. Learn the warning signs, the real health risks, and how to talk with your teen.

Is My Teen’s Drinking Normal or a Red Flag? A Parent’s Checklist

Not sure if your teen's drinking is normal or a warning sign? Use this parent checklist to know what you're seeing, what it means, and what to do next.

High-Intensity Drinking: Why It’s More Dangerous Than Binge Drinking

High-intensity drinking means double the alcohol of a binge and far more risk. Learn the warning signs, when to call 911, and how to talk to your teen.

My Teen Smells Like Alcohol but Denies Drinking: What Parents Should Do

Your teen smells like alcohol but says they didn't drink. Learn how to stay calm, what to say, and how to keep the focus on safety, trust, and next steps.

Why Does My Tween Fall Apart Over Small Things? How to Build Emotional Resilience

Wondering why your tween melts down over small things? Learn what distress tolerance is and 5 ways to help your child handle big feelings and build resilience.

Rules vs. Boundaries: What’s the Difference — and Why It Matters Most in Middle School

Rules tell your child what to do; boundaries shape who they become. Learn the difference, why it matters most in middle school, and how to set boundaries that stick.

Coping Skills for Tweens: How to Help Your Middle Schooler Handle Big Feelings

Help your middle schooler handle stress, anger, and anxiety. 5 simple coping skills for tweens, plus what to say (and what to skip) when emotions run high.

How to Help Your Child to Say No to Drugs and Alcohol: A Parent’s Guide to Refusal Skills

Help your child handle pressure to drink or use drugs. Practical refusal skills, conversation scripts, and an exit plan for tough moments.

Should I Teach My Child How to Drink? What Parents Should Know

Wondering if you should teach your teen how to drink? Research shows letting kids drink at home doesn't protect them. Here's what to do instead.

Pregaming: What It Is, Why It’s Risky, and How Parents Can Respond

Pregaming is drinking before a party or event. Learn why it's risky for teens and college students, and how to talk to your child about it.

10 Signs Your College Student Is Drinking Too Much and How Parents Can Help

Worried about your child? Learn about 10 warning signs that your college student is drinking too much plus what parents can do.

How to Talk to Your College Student About Drinking Before High-Risk Party Weekends

Halloween, Blackout Wednesday, Spring Break: learn the high-risk drinking weekends for college students and 5 questions parents can ask to help them stay safe.

Do I Have a Drinking or Drug Problem? A Simple Guide to Help You Think It Through

Wondering if your drinking or drug use is becoming a problem? Learn the warning signs, what to ask yourself, and when to seek support.

Can ChatGPT Replace Therapy? The Risks of AI Mental Health Chatbots for Teens

Teens are using AI chatbots like ChatGPT for mental health support. Learn the risks—privacy, harmful advice, and lack of oversight—and what parents can do instead.
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