Drug Use - Teen Drug Prevention

How Parents Can Keep Their Teens Drug-Free

ByTeen Drug Prevention

Summer break is approaching before we know it and to teens this means no homework, more free time, and less adult supervision. Most parents cannot afford to or have the flexibility to take a vacation from work during this time. Unfortunately, many teens will use their unsupervised freedom to experiment with drugs and alcohol. Did…

Heroin Addiction: It can Happen to Anyone

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The Many Faces of Heroin Addiction “I know I’m a good person at heart, but when I put that drug in my system, man, everything goes out the window.” –Claire Kerri Blakinger and Claire ( last name not given) were bright, athletic women who attended college, earned good grades and were respected by their fellow…

Drug Abuse | Drug Use | Marijuana | Substance Abuse

Is my Teen Using Marijuana?

ByTeen Drug Prevention

Marijuana – Is my Teen Using? Adolescence can be a challenging time for any teen and it is important for parents to recognize the difference between common adolescent behavior and possibly a more serious concern, such as the use of marijuana. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) “by the time they graduate…