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Whether you are a biological parent or guardian of a child, you have probably gone to great lengths to protect that young person from illness and injury. Yet having a child succumb to the disease of addiction can still come as a shock, leaving families unprepared for the consequences. Parents often find that they blame […]

Intervening in a Child’s Substance Abuse When it comes to underage drinking or drug abuse, parents must be prepared to clarify expectations and set boundaries for their children. But it’s not always easy to supervise a child’s daily activities or to communicate with teens who have already become involved with alcohol or drugs. In order […]

Parental drug and alcohol addiction can have a detrimental impact on families and children. Unfortunately, so many parents who need help don’t get it. Why? Although addiction is recognized as a chronic disease of the brain, many who use substances, who desperately need help, are still judged or condemned. Parents, in particular, are vulnerable to […]

The Effects of Growing Up with an Alcoholic Parent When a parent or primary caregiver has an alcohol use problem, children in the home can experience a wide range of cognitive, behavioral, psychosocial, and emotional consequences.1 Many of these children are regularly exposed to chaos, uncertainty, disorganization, emotional and/or physical neglect, instability, arguments, marital problems, […]

Does My Child Have an Addiction? The first step to getting a child who may be addicted to drugs or alcohol help is to make sure the problem is indeed a substance use disorder, the clinical term for addiction. Symptoms of drug misuse and symptoms of mental illness often overlap, and forcing a child into […]

For that reason, treating people with children requires a distinct approach. People in recovery benefit from having their sons and daughters involved in the therapeutic and rebuilding processes. All facilities allow parents to stay in contact with their children—whether it’s through emails, FaceTime chats, or visitations. Some facilities offer family education as part of the […]

Teen Drug and Alcohol Use Statistics Some levels of experimentation and risk-taking behavior are expected at this age, as the prefrontal cortex and other regions of the brain involved in impulse control, willpower, and healthy decision-making are not fully developed.1 In 2022, the National Survey on Drug Use and Health reported that 15.1% (or 5.8 […]

Marijuana Use Among Youth The National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), sponsored by the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, provides reliable and comprehensive information on drug use patterns in America. The 2013 NSDUH results includes helpful information about adolescent and teen drug use. Highlights from 2013 survey for the 12-17 […]