Prescription pain medications are one of the easiest drugs for a person to develop an addiction to. Created for the purpose of pain relief and management, these drugs were never intended to be abused, but addiction to pain meds has become a growing problem. For some, the difference between relief … [Read more...] aboutMothers and Prescription Pain Medications are Not a Good Mix
Adolescent Mental Health
When Friends Offer Drugs
Peer pressure. It’s something we’re all affected by, whether we are aware of it or not. Just think about all the times you were going to eat a healthy dinner when suddenly you received a call from your friends. They want to go out for pizza. What do you do? Obviously, you go for pizza. When … [Read more...] aboutWhen Friends Offer Drugs
College Students Misuse ADHD Drugs
About a month ago, we covered a topic close to the heart of every parent on the planet: A nationwide call for safer pediatric drugs. We disclosed the facts about pediatric prescription safety, and we touched on how thousands of children are misdiagnosed and put on medication for any of several … [Read more...] aboutCollege Students Misuse ADHD Drugs
How Social Drinking Goes Terribly Wrong
We are always advocating for a healthier, drug and alcohol-free lifestyle. However, we do understand not everyone can live without the occasional alcoholic beverage. The problem is when social drinking suddenly goes terribly—even unexpectedly—wrong. Drinking in moderation is acceptable as long as … [Read more...] aboutHow Social Drinking Goes Terribly Wrong
