Teens

As a teen, the pressure to use drugs and alcohol is high. Educate yourself about the dangers and learn how to stay safe.
Addiction Treatment

Celebrating Collegiate Recovery Programs: A Blueprint for Student Success

Collegiate Recovery Programs (CRPs) offer a highly effective student success model, boasting significantly higher graduation rates (nearly 90%) and GPAs (3.6) for students in recovery compared to institutional averages. These programs build social capital through peer support, mentorship, and leadership opportunities, addressing academic, career, and mental health needs holistically. Universities can learn from CRPs’ integrated […]
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What Happens During an Adolescent IOP Program?

This article explains what happens during an Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), which provides structured support for teens dealing with substance abuse while allowing them to maintain their daily routines. The program includes assessments, group and individual therapy, family involvement, educational components, skill-building activities, and ongoing progress monitoring. IOPs aim to help adolescents develop coping […]
Teens

Embracing a Sober, Yet Spooky Halloween

Halloween is one of the most popular nights when it comes to binge drinking. Educating yourself about the dangers of alcohol could save your life or someone else’s.
Alcohol

What is a BORG? Harm Reduction Strategy or Binge-Drinking Disguised?

The viral TikTok trend - BORGs - is being called a "hangover-proof" drink by teens. But there's a catch. Here's everything you need to know.
Drug Addiction

The Effects of Marijuana on the Teenage Brain

New York City Council Member (District 3) Erik Bottcher, and Mountainside Chief Medical Officer Dr. Randall Dwenger met at Mountainside NYC in June 2023. Originally recorded by Council Member Bottcher’s social team as an educational post for Instagram, the two discussed how the legalization and normalization of marijuana in New York City has led to […]
Teens

Teen Marijuana Use: Psychosis, Hospital Visits, and More

Marijuana is more socially acceptable than ever, but what impact is that having on teen marijuana use? Learn everything you need to know about the impact marijuana has on teens.
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How to Talk to Your Kids About Drugs and Alcohol

Speaking with your children about substances can be tricky. With all the information out there, how do you know what is accurate? How much is too much to share?
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Recognizing Teen Drug Use

Knowing the signs of teen drug use could save your child's life. Learn how to recognize the symptoms before it's too late.
Teens

Electronic Cigarettes & Vapes: What You Need to Know

Approximately 3.6 million teens use e-cigarettes. Learn just how dangerous this new trend is.
Teens

4 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Drink on Prom Night

Prom can be a fun and unforgettable night, but it can also end in disaster ⎼ especially if alcohol is involved. Here are five reasons to say no to alcohol on this special night.
Family Wellness

Juul: The Dangerous Trend Among Teens

School administrators, doctors, and FDA officials are worried about the dangerous, long-term consequences of e-cigarettes. Learn everything you need to know about vaping, including how to keep your teens safe.
Family Wellness

Teens and Drugs: What Parents Need to Know

Addiction takes many forms and can affect anyone. Learn the signs of teen drug addiction to determine whether your child is secretly struggling.
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