Adolescents

In 2023, a youth mental health advisory was published pertaining to questions like “How can social media affect teens?” This advisory put together decades of studies pertaining to the interactions that teens and young adults can have online and what impact that can have, both positive and negative. The findings indicate both positive and negative […]

Is it teen addiction? If you’ve noticed unusual changes in your teenager’s behavior, it’s normal to be concerned. Teen addiction is a serious problem, and it can be difficult to tell the difference between typical teenage behavior and a potential red flag. In this article, we’ll discuss some common warning signs of teen addiction and […]

Raising adolescents comes with a range of challenges, particularly when it comes to guiding them away from substance use. While there’s no foolproof formula, parents can foster strong connections, build trust, and model healthy behavior to reduce risk. Here’s how: Understanding Substance Use Disorders Early drug use is strongly linked to future substance use disorders. […]

In recent years, cannabis culture has undergone a transformation, shedding its countercultural roots and emerging as an aesthetically curated lifestyle. Designer bongs, handcrafted pipes, luxury rolling trays, and other paraphernalia now adorn boutique shelves and social media feeds, seeking to elevate cannabis use to something of an artistic experience. While this shift may reflect changing […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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. […]

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 […]