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In case you had not heard about bath salts abuse: An Alarming New Stimulant, Sold Legally in Many States – NYTimes.com. Though they come in powder and crystal form like traditional bath salts — hence their name — they differ in one crucial way: they are used as recreational drugs. People typically snort, inject or [...]

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With Drinking, Parent Rules Do Affect Teens’ Choices : NPR. As teenagers mature into their senior year of high school, many parents begin to feel more comfortable about letting them drink alcohol. But new research from brain scientists and parenting experts suggests loosening the reins on drinking may not be a good idea in the [...]

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Medical Marijuana or legalization. Is this a marijuana of a different flavor? What is the proper and most cost effective treatment for those that abuse drugs and alcohol?

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Everyday I read many blogs and websites  about teens, teen issues, parenting teens and what not about life with a teen. Many of them are very good and most are basically marketing  to promote services or products. I like the real life articles, that assist me in understanding how to deal with my emotions and [...]

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ONE REHAB....ONE HUNDRED RELAPSES
ONE REHAB....ONE HUNDRED RELAPSES

This is a blog posting I found written by what it sounds like is an addict. I thought she recounts quite well what relapse is for the addict. I liked her description of the difference between what once was ”partying” is now “relapse”. Read her story, the link is below. ————————— One rehab…one hundred relapses. Hardly seems worth it [...]

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Eating Disorders in Male Teens - Not Just for Girls
Eating Disorders in Male Teens - Not Just for Girls

Most people think eating disorders only effect females. This is one MAN’S nightmare and how his eatting disorder affected his life. Included is a A Very Inspirational Video Of Matthew Schmoker-worth watching! If you don’t have time to read the article be sure to watch this video. Eat-Puke, Eat-Puke, Eat-Puke-You Get The Idea… Eating Disorders destroy [...]

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