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Teen Risk Factors for Becoming Involved in Substance Abuse

Posted on May 16, 2016 by middleearthnj Leave a comment

Why do some teens get involved in substance abuse while others do not? Many parents ponder this question as their children become teenagers. What causes a teen to be pressured or influenced into making poor decisions? What factors increase the risks that a youth will smoke cigarettes, drink alcohol, or use drugs? Fortunately, we have some answers that can help.

Alcohol and Drugs

Parenting a Drug-Free Teen

Posted on February 25, 2013 by middleearthnj Leave a comment

With all the statistics and media coverage of teens abusing alcohol and drugs, parents may feel discouraged and worried that they can’t protect their child from the pitfalls of substance abuse. Fortunately, that is not true. Research has consistently shown that parents have a very strong influence on their child’s likelihood of trying drugs. For example, in December 2012, Science

Alcohol and Drugs