The most commonly abused prescription drugs by teens are opioids. Fortunately, there are several strategies parents can use to help prevent teen prescription drug abuse. Prescription drug abuse by teens...
Learn about teen drug experimentation and the dangers that it can lead to. Teen drug use is a serious problem. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, by their senior...
Drug and alcohol use can start surprisingly young: the average age of first use is between 13 and 15. Learn about the dangers of middle school drug use and what...
Addiction can be disruptive to a teen’s academic future. With appropriate treatment services and support, teens with addiction can find a path for academic success. High school is the center...
Is underage drinking safe? Learn more about common myths surrounding underage drinking and the dangerous truths about this risky behavior. Underage drinking can be acceptable to some parents. Some may...
Music festivals can be incredible experiences that foster deep connections with music and friends. However, drug use has become an expectation at many festival events, and attendees are susceptible to...
Marijuana concentrates are substances that have been refined from the marijuana plant to produce a high THC content, increasing the risk of adverse side effects. Marijuana concentrates have become increasingly...
Adolescence is an exciting and critical time a person’s life. Typically, this period refers to the ages of 13 to 18, when a child enters their teenage years and moves...
A study by the University of Southern California found that teenagers who use opioids recreationally are more likely to become addicted to heroin later in life. Teen addiction to drugs can...
Learn about the slang terms associated with marijuana concentrates and how to tell if your teen is using them. Dabbing is a dangerous type of marijuana use that has become more...