Adolescence is a tumultuous time marked by exploration, identity formation, and, unfortunately, increased vulnerability to substance use and addiction. When young people find themselves grappling with addiction, the journey to recovery can feel isolating and overwhelming. However, one of the most powerful tools in overcoming addiction is the support of a strong community. Understanding the […]
Category: Adolescents
Galaxy Gas: What You Need to Know
In recent years, a concerning trend has emerged among teens and young adults: the recreational use of nitrous oxide, commonly known as “whippets” or “laughing gas.” One brand that has gained attention is Galaxy Gas, often associated with the use of nitrous in party settings. While some may view this as a harmless way to […]
My Teenager is Making Me Depressed
Depression can strike at any time, even among parents. According to data from the 2013 National Health Interview Survey, five percent of parents in two-parent households and 11 percent of single parents experience at least two symptoms of depression.1 Parents of teenagers can be especially prone to depression. Depression among Parents of Teenagers The teenage […]
Adolescent Mental Health Treatment and Risk Factors
This article is part of a series. For the fully designed ebook, click here. Risk Factors and Protective Factors for Adolescent Mental Illness Some adolescents have a higher risk than others for developing a mental illness, including a substance use disorder. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, risk factors include genetic, […]
Is Vaping Marijuana Safe?
Smoking marijuana, either recreationally or for medicinal purposes, poses health risks to the respiratory system that can be similar to smoking tobacco. Some people believe that alternatively using a marijuana vaporizer for inhalation reduces these risks and makes inhaling the drug safer. The truth is that vaping marijuana also poses serious risks to your health. […]
The Most Commonly Abused Substances by Teens
Substance abuse isn’t just an adult problem—many families throughout the nation are struggling with adolescent or teen substance abuse and addiction. In one year alone, between 2014 and 2015, teen overdose deaths increased by 19 percent. Some of the most commonly abused substances, like alcohol and marijuana, have been culturally associated with teenage substance abuse […]