Navigating your teen’s mental health journey can be challenging, especially when they need more support than typical outpatient care but don’t require full hospitalization. An intensive outpatient program (IOP) for teens can be the right solution, offering structured support while allowing your child to maintain aspects of their daily routine, like attending school and staying…
Being a teenager isn’t easy. Unfortunately, drugs that give energy and promote relaxation are often habit-forming. Not every teen who uses drugs develops an addiction, but many teens do. Peer pressure often plays a role when teens see others participating and want to feel a sense of belonging. Many teens cite the euphoric feeling associated…
All psychoactive substances, such as alcohol, marijuana, and opiates, have the potential to cause both physical and psychological addiction. But what is psychological dependence? Psychological dependence requires treatment but does not result in your body developing a physical dependency on your substance of choice. Both physical and psychological dependencies can cause withdrawal symptoms and require…
One thing that has become clear over the years is that there is no one-size-fits-all treatment approach for recovering from substance use. Two popular forms of therapy often used in treatment centers and outpatient programs are cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). Let’s look at CBT vs. DBT and their role in substance…
You’re a concerned parent who’s worried about your son or daughter. If you suspect substance abuse, you want to know how to tell if your child is using drugs. Learn what to look out for so that your child can get the necessary treatment that can put them on the right track. How to Tell…
Holistic healing is worlds apart from the typical addiction treatment programs. These treatments involve every part of the client, helping them recognize that they are more than their addiction. Poor physical health is one side effect of substance use disorders. Making your body stronger by restoring normal sleep and weight is essential. But, spiritual well-being…
Students, including young teens to young adults, may engage in alcohol consumption. Some people believe there’s little harm in early exposure to alcohol. Yet, it can lead to health complications and a higher risk for engaging in addictive behaviors later in life. If you suspect alcohol abuse in your son or daughter, seeking treatment from…
Teenagers are a very resilient bunch, but every generalization has exceptions. Everyone has their limits, and young people can be among the most vulnerable to the stresses surrounding them. For some teens, the holidays create circumstances where social anxiety can surge. The holidays bring the academic semester to a conclusion. Exams, grades, and friends are…
Inhalant and whippet addiction can cause damaging consequences, including death. Whippets are one of the most popular inhalants. Nitrous oxide, which is a gas that is frequently used as an anesthesia medication in clinical settings, is also used in products like canned whipped cream. When inhaled in large amounts, whippets produce intense intoxication. Inhalants are…
Chances are, we all spend a little too much time on the internet. Sometimes, it’s work related. However, most of the time, we will be Facebooking or reading news on our favorite news site. This may sound very mundane. But there is a collective body of people who may be having issues with internet addiction.…