Substance abuse and chemical dependence, as well as behavioral addictions, are debilitating and dangerous to teenagers. Read on to learn more about the different aspects of addiction to drugs, alcohol or other impulses.
During the teenage years, the pressures to participate in drug and alcohol abuse are at their highest. Statistics from recent studies reveal that 27% of teens misuse some drug each month. These misused drugs include marijuana, alcohol, cocaine, and ecstasy, as well as prescription and over the counter medicines. Perhaps the worst part of it [...]
Parents face a number of challenges trying to raise happy, healthy children in the 21st century. Chief among their concerns is the specter of drug abuse and drug addiction. Mothers and fathers of children who have just entered their teens need to talk to their kids about drugs and alcohol. Unfortunately, those parents who are [...]
Eating disorders in teens are one of the most problematic health conditions affecting our youth. The information below is designed to help parents gain a better basic understanding of these issues and the importance of treatment. What are the Most Common Teenage Eating Disorders? There are several eating disorders found most commonly in teenage boys [...]
Among teens and in popular culture, addiction is a word that is often thrown around in reference to drugs. Many people think that drug addiction is the only true form of addiction, or at least the only dangerous one – but it is not. Not only are there several other types of addiction, many of [...]
There are many reasons people turn to drugs, but almost all of them can be satisfied with other activities. Drugs cause so many problems and damage to a person’s health that it’s a good idea to look for other ways to satisfy the needs that draw us towards drugs in the first place. Why do [...]
Even if you’ve talked to your child about alcohol and its negative effects, that doesn’t guarantee that he or she will stay away from it. Though having frequent discussions can certainly help, you should still be aware of the signs that your child may be abusing alcohol. Anyone underage shouldn’t be drinking at all, but [...]
As parents, we like to think that our kids are smart enough and have been raised well enough to stay away from bad trends like drugs and alcohol. Unfortunately, even children raised in perfect homes will be faced with decisions and temptations. And sometimes, they do give in. Do you know what to look for [...]
Realizing that you have a drinking problem is the first step to getting sober, but it’s a long path to sobriety. While it’s not an easy one, it is very much worth it, because once you realize that you no longer need alcohol to survive it opens up a whole new world for you to [...]
Binge drinking can be dangerous no matter what your age, but for teens, the risks increase. Since the teenage brain is still growing and developing, it is more easily damaged by large amounts of alcohol; binge drinking can be the perfect way to destroy developing brain cells. Almost two-thirds of teens admit to binge drinking. [...]
Most people don’t become dependent on alcohol overnight, but it’s important to know what the signs of addiction are. If you think you or a friend might be on the path to alcoholism, now is the time to get some help and avoid the pain and problems that come with an alcohol addiction. Alcohol abuse [...]
When we talk about teen drug abuse these days, often it doesn’t refer to the common street drugs, like coke and acid. Instead, many teens have turned to over the counter (OTC) drugs and prescription medications to feed their addictions. In 2005, more than 2 million teens used prescription drugs to get high, indicating a [...]
Meth, or Methamphetamine, is a pretty popular drug for hardcore users. You may also hear it referred to as “ice”, “crank”, “speed”, or “uppers” on the street. It is a very addictive drug and is actually stronger than crack, making it a very dangerous drug to try, even just once. Meth comes in several forms, [...]
Crack is a form of cocaine that can be smoked or dissolved in water and injected. The body reacts faster and gets a more intense high from this form compared to the powder form, particularly if the drug is injected. Crack is actually more addictive because the high doesn’t last very long. While more intense, [...]
Marijuana, also known as “pot”, “weed”, and “hashish”, among a variety of other names, is one of the most commonly used drugs by teens. In fact, 60% of teens who do drugs use marijuana exclusively. It’s usually perceived as harmless, though it is still illegal. The fact that marijuana is used for medicinal purposes by [...]
Detoxing, whether from drugs, alcohol, or both is never fun. Once the body is dependent on a substance, it can be very stubborn about letting it go! That’s why there are detox centers and doctors who can help people get off drugs and quit drinking, because most people can’t do it on their own. Before [...]
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