The thought that our children could be using drugs is a terrifying one. We’re looking for any signs of drug use, from smelling their breath to searching through their room or book bag. While we’re on the hunt to learn about our teens and the drugs they may be using, let’s not forget one of… Read More »
Doctors Say “Being Cool” Has Long-Term Negative Consequences
Being a teenager is rough. Popularity, peer pressure, puberty, and college prep all present a number of stressful situations for your teen to navigate. It’s no surprise that many teens turn to drug or alcohol abuse as a way to cope with these stressors or to fit in with “the cool kids.”