by Valiant | Jun 11, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse, teen drug use
Substance abuse and addiction can be devastating until treatment is received. What happens if an addiction to drugs, alcohol, or other destructive behaviors is never treated though? Usually this leads to a downward spiral until the individual reaches rock bottom and...
by Valiant | May 29, 2013 | Addiction treatment, teen drug use
Recent studies show that parents may have more influence over teens than they think when it comes to substance abuse. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, or SAMHSA as this agency is often called, recently released a report that should give...
by Valiant | May 22, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Drug abuse, teen drug use
https://vimeo.com/666276893/62882b13c0 As a parent you want to believe that you know what is going on with your child, but many parents are unaware that their teenagers are involved in substance abuse on some level. A common misconception is that medications...
by Valiant | May 8, 2013 | Addiction treatment, Drug abuse, Prescription drug abuse, teen drug use
Anabolic steroids are a group of drugs that are often abused by professional athletes, bodybuilders, and others who want better physical conditioning, and stronger muscles that are larger and have more stamina. This group of substances can be deadly when abused, and...
by Valiant | May 4, 2013 | Alcohol abuse, Drug abuse, teen drug use
When it comes to substance abuse and addiction these problems can be found in all age groups, at all income levels, and among all occupations and levels of education. Adolescents and teens tend to have higher risks than any other segment of the population though, and...
by Valiant | May 3, 2013 | Drug abuse, teen drug use
Huffing is a very dangerous activity, and this is a substance abuse problem that seems to be growing. Huffing is the act of inhaling harmful chemicals and substances. Commonly used products that are abused include certain types of glues and adhesives, air freshener,...