After losing one son to overdose and watching another struggle with lifelong schizophrenia, neuroscientist Dr. Kristen Gilliland reveals what she wishes she'd known about today's ultra-potent marijuana and the developing brain.
The opioid settlement funds present a key opportunity for communities to address the current opioid epidemic and prevent future addiction crises. This report aims to help guide decision-makers in using the funds to strengthen substance use prevention, reduce risk factors, and promote long-term well-being.
Worried your teen is vaping? Learn the signs of nicotine use, the risks to their health, and proven tools that help teens quit for good—with your support.
A new report warns that ChatGPT may give teens harmful advice on self-harm, eating disorders, and substance use. Learn why kids turn to AI and how parents can respond.
Cambiar nuestro lenguaje puede también ayudar a que los médicos brinden mejores tratamientos y a que las aseguradoras aumenten la cobertura de tratamientos basados en la evidencia. Es importante contribuir a que el público comprenda que los trastornos por consumo de sustancias son una condición médica y deben tratarse como tal.
Cannabis-infused drinks can come in many different forms and contain different amounts of THC and CBD. In this article, we’ll review what cannabis drinks are, why they’re so accessible, and how to navigate the constantly changing landscape around weed.
Las investigaciones indican que muchos conductores que consumen marihuana no están en condiciones de funcionar normalmente. Lo peor es que pueden no darse cuenta de que están incapacitados.
Teen peer influence shapes everything from fashion to substance use. Learn the warning signs and online‐safety tips parents can use to guide healthy friendships.
Stay ahead of the curve with this parent-friendly guide to the top 7 teen substance use trends for 2025, from vaping devices to social-media challenges.
En este artículo, indicamos cuáles son algunas de las trampas comunes en que caen los padres cuando conversan con su adolescente. También le diremos por qué ocurren estas trampas y cómo evitarlas.
Studies have found that “just” by listening, one trusted adult can have a big impact on a young person as they show less risk-taking behavior and higher self-esteem. More specifically, young people who met regularly with a trusted adult or a mentor are 46% less likely than their peers to start using illegal drugs and 27% less likely to start drinking.
Cyberbullying can have an extremely negative effect on teen mental health and potentially result in an increased use of illegal substances. It’s possible that your loved one has been cyberbullied, is a perpetrator, or has witnessed it. Learn how to help your loved one if you suspect they are struggling.
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