There are some conversations no one wants to have, especially when it comes to raising children. The most common scenario is the “birds and the bees” talk, but one that many people don’t immediately consider is when to talk to your children about alcohol. It may seem like a superfluous topic … [Read more...] aboutBack to School: When to Talk Alcohol
Adolescent Mental Health
Prepping Your High Schooler for a Drug-Free Year
Your teen is a talker. You may not always see or hear it, but they are engaged in conversations almost all of the time. Since the rise of texting, chatting, and social media, there are more ways than ever to connect and converse. Being a parent is fraught with new challenges because today’s … [Read more...] aboutPrepping Your High Schooler for a Drug-Free Year
Back to School: When to Talk Drugs
Guess what parents! Summer is almost over. That’s right. It’s hard to believe, isn’t it? It seems like only yesterday end of year graduations were being held. Well, maybe not so much if you have a rambunctious kiddo that’s kept your summer eventful! You may be more than ready for school to get … [Read more...] aboutBack to School: When to Talk Drugs
The Advance of Teen Drug Abuse
Drug abuse is often associated with illicit use of illegal street drugs like heroin and cocaine. But the advance of teen drug abuse appears in a place you might not expect. According to an article Dr. Manny Alvarez published at FoxNews.com, prescription drug abuse is a growing problem amongst teens, … [Read more...] aboutThe Advance of Teen Drug Abuse
