If your teen is struggling with substance abuse, they might have difficulty admitting they need help. Staging an intervention can be one way to show your child that they have support they need from family and friends. It might even…
In a world where people are trying to maintain social distancing for safety, how do you make sure your teen gets the help they need? Whether they’re struggling with substance abuse or mental health issues, there are a variety of…
This infographic was created by Symetria Recovery, a substance abuse treatment center
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Here is our pre-assessment form for parents. This form is essential for us to evaluate whether your child will be a good fit both for our program and also for the current milieu/census of teens in the program, and we…
The benefits of mindfulness and meditation have been researched for decades, and have been shown to improve not only the mental state of an individual but their quality of life. At first, meditation may seem intimidating and overwhelming. Some even…
What is ADHD? Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a disorder of the brain which is identified by an ongoing pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that interferes with functioning or development, especially in school while young. Kids with ADHD are more prone…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The adolescent brain is in an on-going state of evolution, and the use of drugs disrupts the development of the brain, it’s evolution, and its functions. Adolescent risk-taking normally peaks during the teen years, but sensation-seeking and impulsive actions are…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Teen alcohol abuse is a significant problem for teenagers in our nation. Teenagers begin drinking for a myriad of reasons ranging from peer pressure to wanting to lose control, or for the experience of “partying” or bonding with their friends…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]American teenagers have been recreationally using and abusing a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. The name of this drug may sound unfamiliar to parents. Benzodiazepines (BZDs) are commonly prescribed by physicians for many legitimate medical conditions, such as anxiety and…
Teen prescription drug abuse is a major concern in the United States, for families, schools, law enforcement, rehab facilities, and the juvenile court system—almost anyone who interacts with teenagers. What often starts as a diagnosis and a prescription to address…
