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Aug 4, 20234 min read

Student Athletes and Opioid Misuse: A Growing Problem

There are many benefits to participating in sports as a teenager. Sports can also be dangerous, as evidenced by the over 5 million...

Jul 21, 20233 min read

Substance Abuse During the Summer

In addition to being a time for fun and relaxation, summertime is also a time for young people to abuse substances more frequently. Drug...

Jun 16, 20234 min read

The Most Common Causes of Teen Drug Use

According to the CDC, 15% of high school students have ever used illicit drugs including cocaine, inhalants, heroin, methamphetamines,...

Apr 28, 20235 min read

The Relationship Between Divorce and Adolescent Substance Abuse

Drug abuse tends to begin during adolescence and early adulthood. In fact, more than two-thirds of students have tried alcohol by the...

Mar 31, 20234 min read

Signs Your Child May Be Struggling With Mental Health Issues

It's not all fun and games when you're a child. As children grow, they are constantly faced with new challenges and pressures from the...

Mar 17, 20234 min read

National Drug & Alcohol Facts Week

National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week®, or NDAFW, is a week-long health awareness campaign that inspires young people to discuss the...

Feb 3, 20236 min read

How to Talk to Your Teen About Substance Use

Bringing up topics like sex, drugs, and money with teenagers can be challenging. But why do most parents avoid discussing sex and drugs...