by Joanna | Mar 8, 2020 | Uncategorized
Intro As we are all aware, summer is quickly approaching. So parents, what do you plan to do with your high school student this summer? We don’t need to remind you that a bored teen is one who is most likely heading for trouble. What’s the saying: idle hands are the...
by Joanna | Mar 8, 2020 | Uncategorized
Introduction In a previous articles, we discussed the causes for addiction in teens, the pros and cons of inpatient rehabilitation, and why wilderness therapy is oftentimes a more effective approach than inpatient rehab. This article discusses ranch therapy...
by Joanna | Mar 8, 2020 | Uncategorized
Intro If your son or daughter has begun to get involved with drugs, alcohol, or other substances, it can be the most frightening and confusing experience of your parenting life. The child you once knew has grown unrecognizable, your own home doesn’t feel safe anymore,...
by Joanna | Mar 7, 2020 | Uncategorized
As you read in the previous article Teens and Substance Abuse, Part 1, we discussed why teens are at risk for substance abuse, statistics regarding teens and substances, the changes seen in teens who use substances, and how substance use can lead to abuse. We...
by Joanna | Mar 7, 2020 | Uncategorized
In this two-part article, we’re going to explore how to tell if your teen is experimenting with substances and the steps to take to manage this challenging situation. Why are teens at risk for substance abuse? First, let’s explore why teens are at high risk for...
