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.
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.
Ultimately, there is no “script” for talking with your teen about marijuana. But let’s look at some of the statements your teen might make when you bring up marijuana, and what you can say in response.
The symptoms that come from stopping heavy substance use are known as withdrawal symptoms. Withdrawal can be incredibly painful and even deadly. It is a key reason why it can be so difficult to stop drinking.
Just because someone is drinking more than these limits doesn’t mean they have an alcohol use disorder. However, it’s a good idea to keep an eye on how much and how often your loved one is drinking. If you’re still not sure, some tests and screening tools can help.
Over the past year, you may have heard of something called a “BORG” related to college students. These BORGs aren’t from Star Trek – they’re “blackout rage gallons,” AKA gallon jugs of alcohol combined with water, juice, and other mixers.
Elizabeth Vargas sits down with philanthropist and author Cammie Wolf Rice. Cammie shares the heartbreaking story of her son Christopher’s fatal overdose at age 32, following an opioid prescription that led to more than a decade of addiction.
Nitrous oxide is usually used in medical settings, like at the dentist’s office, or in whipped cream cans. However, it’s becoming more popular as a recreational drug among teens, and that’s where the problems begin.
Partnership to End Addiction joined 15 other leading behavioral health organizations in applauding new rules to strengthen the enforcement of the Parity Act.
Braunwyn talks about her long-term struggle with substance use disorder, what it was like to quit alcohol while being on TV, and how her family, friends, and partner help her maintain her recovery.
Being sober curious can mean giving up alcohol entirely, taking a break or drinking in moderation. If you or your loved one are interested in exploring your relationship with alcohol, here are some ideas to get you started.
No hay evidencia sólida de que la marihuana esté siendo mezclada con fentanilo. En este artículo explicamos las razones por las que es poco probable que gente que consume marihuana pueda sufrir los efectos del fentanilo.
By knowing how BAC is measured, the factors that affect it, and the signs of high BAC levels, people can better manage their drinking and stay within safe limits.
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