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Many teens experiment with drugs, not understanding that drugs can permanently alter mood and behavior for the worse. Drug addiction brings a host of negative emotions, including fear, uncertainty, and hopelessness. These feelings impact not only the person with addiction but also their family members. That’s why addiction is known as a “family disease.” To cope

From making new friends to gaining more freedom, college brings some exciting opportunities. Unfortunately, it also increases the risk of alcohol abuse. As a first-year student or the parent of one, it’s important to learn all you can about college alcohol abuse. Prevalence Of College Alcohol Abuse According to the 2019 National Survey on Drug Use

Many teenagers experiment with alcohol or other drugs. While it may be common, teen drug abuse poses serious health risks, including drug addiction (also called substance use disorder). As a parent, you can take a number of steps to protect your child from substance abuse. Here are ten. 1. Set Clear Rules You might assume that your child knows you want

by Gianella Ghiglino They say your teen years are the best years of your life. You are young, carefree, and have all the energy in the world. However, they forget to mention all the stress with school, hormones, crushes, and peer pressure. I, however, will say your teen years are for the most part pretty