Adolescent Substance Abuse
Overview
What you need to know about Teenagers:
- Adolescent Brain Development: Because teenage brain development is ongoing, adolescents are less able to resist urges to experiment and the consequences of this experimentation can be greater
- Prevention: Adolescents that wait until they are 21 to have their first drink have almost no risk of becoming alcoholics
- Boot Camps: Although ‘get tough’ programs can sometimes seem necessary to rein in an out of control adolescent – boot camps do not seem very able to instill lasting behavioral change
Teen Residential Treatment – a 16-Point Safety Checklist
Considering residential rehab treatment for your teenager? First read this warning-sign checklist to spot and avoid dangerous or ineffective programs.
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Why Teens Rarely Think They Need Help
Don’t wait for your son or daughter to come to their senses - teens almost never self-recognize addiction and they rarely ask for help. Learn why they can’t see the truth and why this matters when picking treatment.
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The 5 Reasons Teens Use Drugs or Alcohol
The 5 most common reasons why adolescents use drugs or alcohol - Until you understand the motivation behind the drug use it’s hard to respond appropriately.
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15 Signs of Marijuana Use (for Parents)
Is your son or daughter smoking marijuana? Learn the signs of marijuana use and be ready to spot a problem before it gets out of hand.
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Teen Marijuana Addiction Self Test
Smoke marijuana? Got 2 minutes to spare for a self test? If so, answer yes or no to 12 questions to make sure you don’t have a marijuana problem.
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Academics in Rehab
High school in a drug treatment program for adolescent substance abusers should offer youth the opportunity to use the time spent in addictions recovery to their academic benefit, and to continue their education as they get healthier. Because substance abuse programs for teens can be longer and more intensive than for adults, it is crucial that students do not fall behind in their studies; especially since many students enrolling in high school programs at drug treatment facilities already suffer from academic deficiencies as a result of their substance abuse.
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Addiction Treatment for Teen Girls
Teenage girls now have the dubious distinction of having passed males in prevalence rates of drug and alcohol abuse.
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Teen Treatment Statistics
Learn the alarming facts on teen drug use and addiction and learn how parents can really make a difference, as long as they're aware of the problem, educated to the solutions, and have the courage to act before it becomes too late.
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The Risks of Adolescent Cannabis Use
Parents need to understand that today's cannabis is different. It's up to 10 times stronger than it was, and it is now addictive, can lead to psychosis and depression, and derail school performance.
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Teen Trauma-Sensitive Addiction Treatment
Learn more about how trauma and substance abuse co-exist, the importance of trauma-sensitive care (and where to find it) and what parents can do on their own at home to help.
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For Teens: How to Quit Marijuana on Your Own
If you prepare yourself for high-risk situations and learn strategies to prevent relapse you have a great chance of being able to quit on your own – learn how to succeed here.
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Teen Treatment: 6 Steps to Choosing a Level of Care
Once you decide your adolescent needs addiction treatment, the next vital step is determining what level of care is required. Read on to learn more about the 6 factors professionals consider when deciding on an appropriate level of care.
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Risks of Teen Drug Use
With addiction and drug abuse teens are at risk for a host of peripheral social problems, including suicide, violence, mental health difficulties and poor academic performance. Get educated about the risks facing your teen, and learn what really helps if there is a problem.
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