“I tried drugs.” Imagine your son or daughter saying these words to you. How do you feel? How do you react? These three words are as powerful as “I love you,” but in an entirely different way. Your child tried drugs. What should you do? How to (Not) React The moment your child admits to trying … [Read more...] about My Child Tried Drugs – What Should I do?
The Long Term Effects of Alcohol Abuse
It’s no secret that alcohol consumption can cause major health problems related to the liver. After all, the liver is the body’s filter. It is exposed to every drop of alcohol you consume. But the long-term effects of consuming too much alcohol—of alcohol abuse—are not limited to this one organ. … [Read more...] about The Long Term Effects of Alcohol Abuse
Alcohol Awareness Month: 6 Reasons NOW Is The Time To Educate Youth & Teens About Alcohol
"For the Health of It: Early Education on Alcoholism and Addiction." ~National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) This year, the NCADD's theme for Alcohol Awareness Month is directly aimed at bringing awareness to underage drinking and the long term effect in adulthood. We … [Read more...] about Alcohol Awareness Month: 6 Reasons NOW Is The Time To Educate Youth & Teens About Alcohol
What is ADETS North Carolina?
ADETS stands for Alcohol Drug Education Traffic School. It’s one of our core services here at Absolute Advocacy. We are proud to be one of the best DWI and substance abuse education providers in North Carolina. We service Cabarrus and Mecklenburg counties, but our reach extends much further as we … [Read more...] about What is ADETS North Carolina?
10 Facts about Teens and Drug Use
Drugs; they’re prevalent in communities across the nation. Every major city and small town seems to have a task force dedicated to getting drugs off the streets. And our teenagers are at risk. But before we go gung-ho in the war against drugs and substance abuse, we need the facts. Specifically, we … [Read more...] about 10 Facts about Teens and Drug Use
National Public Health Week: How Does North Carolina’s Health Compare To Other States?
In an effort to bring light to public health issues and policies, the American Public Health Association began a week-long initiative to create public awareness and encourage community groups, organizations and businesses to take an active role in creating healthy and safe environments. During the … [Read more...] about National Public Health Week: How Does North Carolina’s Health Compare To Other States?
Binge Drinking: It’s Just for Fun
What is binge drinking? It’s a term you’ve likely heard before, and you probably associate it with drinking too much. And you would be right. In its simplest terms, “binge drinking” refers to the consumption of an excessive amount of alcohol in a short amount of time. It’s an activity seen by … [Read more...] about Binge Drinking: It’s Just for Fun
