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Gender Identity & Dysphoria in Teens
Gender dysphoria in teens has become a hotly charged topic in recent years, with no apparent sign of simmering in urgency anytime soon. In fact, Republican legislators have begun to […]
Fentanyl is Killing Record Numbers of Teens in the US
by Muir Wood Medical Director, Nicholas Reeves, MD There has been a significant surge in overdose deaths among American adolescents. A new study published in the Journal of the American Medical […]
Youth Suicide and Suicide Attempts Continue to Increase Dramatically
This article discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is at risk of suicide, please call the US National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, text HOME to 741741, or […]
The Vaping Epidemic Among America’s Teens
Teen vaping — the use of e-cigarettes, or vapes, among teens, has become so widespread and so troubling that the Food and Drug Administration has started to take drastic action […]
California’s Problematic Cannabis Commercialization
The legalization of recreational marijuana use in California has set off an advertising boom on billboards across the state. They promise “Cannabis, the California Way!” and try to suggest that […]
Codeine (“Purple Drank” or “Lean”)
“That Zan With That Lean”: Adolescent Substance Abuse and the Rap Culture The current opioid crisis has received much attention in the United States. According to government data, more […]
The Vaping Epidemic Among America’s Teens
The use of e-cigarettes, or vapes, among teens has become so widespread and so troubling that the Food and Drug Administration has started to take drastic action to counter the […]
Teen Rehab and Marijuana Use
Teen Rehab for Marijuana Use Disorder This article presents some of the factors associated with teen marijuana use that appear to be driving more and more adolescents into teen treatment […]
Selecting a Drug Treatment Program
Finding the right drug treatment program for an adolescent isn’t as easy as running an online search on facilities located nearby. Addictions are complex disorders, and research suggests that treatment […]
Peer Group Therapy for Teen Boys With Addiction
Teen group therapy for teens is an important psychotherapeutic tool. When substance abuse enters the picture, the negative aspects of adolescence are magnified, leaving family members feeling helpless and frightened. […]
Understanding Different Therapy Options
Teens in recovery need a different therapy options than adults. Therapy for adolescents should focus on the issues that young people face and teach them coping skills that are appropriate […]
The Use of Adventure Therapy for Adolescent Boys
Adventure therapy for boys can make treatment more engaging and enjoyable. If asked to draw a picture of the room in which therapy might take place, teen boys might sketch […]
Our Approach to Teen Neuropsych Testing
Neuropsychological testing is an extensive and comprehensive evaluation process that encompasses a wide range of tests and allows treatment specialists to identify areas of need and specific challenges that can […]
The Importance of Individualized Care
Individualized care can improve teen treatment outcomes. Deep down, buried inside the genetic code, people are different from one another. Those minor differences can be magnified and augmented as people […]
Family Counseling for Teen Addiction
Family counseling is an important component of adolescent mental health and substance use disorder treatment. Addictions aren’t caused by bad parenting. In order for an addiction to blossom, a teen […]
Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Adolescents
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), is a mode of psychotherapy that addresses patient’s views as compared to other therapeutic interventions included in the CBT classification; it provides patients with a mixture […]
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Adolescents
During CBT sessions, patients are guided toward a better understanding of the complex relationships that exist between thoughts, feelings and actions. By better understanding the negative thoughts that lead to […]
Adolescent Community Reinforcement Approach
A-CRA reduces or eliminates substance abuse by increasing positive reinforcers for teens in areas of their lives related to family, social relationships, jobs and educational resources. By using A-CRA in […]
Understanding Teen Hormones
If you have a teenager going through puberty, you probably understand what the word “tumultuous” really means. Having an adolescent going through puberty isn’t an easy task but neither is […]
Teaching Self-Esteem to Your Teen
In the eyes of a parent, a child might be physically beautiful, emotionally generous and intensely intelligent. When that child looks in the mirror, however, the teen might see only […]
A Teen’s Developing Brain
Sometimes teenagers can seem like different beings altogether. Some might say they’re over-reactive, dramatic, and impulsive. Is that true? Well, yes and no. It is true that teenagers and adolescents […]
What to Do About Teen Bullying
In order to understand how to handle bullying that your son may be experiencing, it is important to understand exactly what bullying is. The media attention on bullying in recent […]
The Role of a Life Skill Coach in Your Teen’s Long-Term Recovery
Recovering from an addiction isn’t easy. Teens who enroll in comprehensive programs for their addictions may desperately want to get better, and they may work hard to change when they’re […]
Setting Goals for the Future
When you embark on a comprehensive drug and alcohol abuse rehabilitation program for your substance-abusing teen, you are opening the door to a path that offers him the opportunity to […]
Preparing Your Teen for College
Getting a teenager ready to go to college can be a stressful experience for parents, especially if the teen is struggling with drug or alcohol abuse. Parents who have high […]
How a Teen Can Manage Peer Pressure
Peer pressure is a regular and normal part of growing up, according to an article in Psychology Today. Generally, between 10 and 14 years of age, children are the most […]
Graduating High School After Treatment
A battle with addiction can put a teenager’s entire life on hold — including his education. One of the first signs of substance abuse in adolescents is a decline in […]
The Important Role of a Sober Escort
A sober escort facilitates safe transition between home and treatment environments. A teenager’s journey from addiction to recovery presents a lot of obstacles. Some of the greatest hurdles arise on […]
Selecting a Family Mediator
When you prepare to stage an intervention for your substance-abusing teen to make it clear that the last line in the sand has been crossed and it’s now time to […]
Intervention Models of Approach Used on Teen Addicts
According to an article produced by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, Almost 1.4 million adolescents met the criteria for a diagnosis of alcohol abuse or alcohol dependence […]
Residential Facilities for Prescription Drug Addiction
Prescription drug addiction among teens is a serious and growing problem. The non-medical use of prescription medications is common among adolescents, with 5.9 percent of those ages 18 to 25 […]
Teen Drug Addiction Treatment Program Advice
Finding out that a teen is using and abusing prescription drugs can be devastating for a parent. There’s no reason to give up hope, however, as these addictions can be […]
5 Tips for Success in Prescription Drug Rehab
Choosing a prescription drug rehab can be challenging for some families. Adolescent addiction treatment programs have been specifically designed to deliver big results to teens in need. Young adults who […]
Teen Marijuana Rehab Statistics
Marijuana has become one of the most popular drugs of abuse among young people, and according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, most teens who start using […]
My son confessed to trying marijuana. Now what do I do?
First of all, I want to acknowledge and validate the fact that you have a strong enough relationship with your child that they feel comfortable to come forward and talk […]
Marijuana Anonymous: Support for Teens
Marijuana Anonymous, or MA, isn’t just for adults who are battling cannabis addiction. This 12-step group also welcomes teenagers who have a problem with marijuana and who want to stop […]
FAQ Marijuana Rehab for Teen Boys
Marijuana rehab for teen boys is becoming more important. Teens who use marijuana are at greater risk of negative effects and developing marijuana use disorder than previous generations due to […]
Parent’s Guide to Edible Marijuana Abuse
Edible marijuana products have been legalized for adult use in many states and have become more diverse and available. Smoking marijuana isn’t the only way that teens can abuse this […]
Does Your Teen Need Inpatient or Outpatient Marijuana Rehab?
Treatment programs for marijuana addiction can be provided on an inpatient basis, allowing the addicted person to stay inside the facility while treatment is provided, or they can be provided […]
Butane Honey Oil
Butane honey oil is a potent extract of cannabis that can produce an intense rush, even in long-time marijuana users. Also known as “BHO,” “hash oil,” “dabs,” “errl” or “wax,” […]
What to Expect at Rehab
Learn what to expect at rehab. In a study published in the journal Substance Abuse Treatment, Prevention, and Policy, researchers found that of adolescents who entered hospitals due to substance […]
Teen Addiction Recovery Statistics
When you first confront the reality that your teenager is addicted to drugs or alcohol, the future may seem bleak and frightening. You probably wonder whether your teen has any […]
Residential Rehab Centers
Residential rehab centers provide safe, positive enironments and comprehensive evidence-based care. Parents work hard to provide a loving, safe and supportive home for their children, filled with all the things […]
Questions to Ask a Prospective Treatment Program
A treatment program should address the needs of its patient population and offers specialized and invividualized therapies. Experts at the National Institute on Drug Abuse suggest that addicted people need […]
Paying for Treatment
Paying for treatment can sometimes be a concern for families. As an in-network provider with Anthen, Aetna, Cigna, and Kaiser, Muir Wood is making high-quality care more affordable for familes. […]
Inpatient vs. Outpatient Drug Rehab
Treating an addiction isn’t a straightforward process, as people with addictions may differ from one another in many ways both large and small. It’s reasonable, however, to assume that people […]
Does Your Teen Need Addiction Treatment?
Does my teen needs addiction treatment? “It could never, ever happen to my child.” That’s a statement thousands of American parents make each and every day when they’re asked […]
Dangers of Going Untreated
Obtaining help for a teen’s substance abuse issue isn’t easy. Parents might worry about what friends, neighbors and family members might say when the news of the addiction comes to […]
Convincing Your Teenager to Attend Rehab
When asked, some parents might claim that they can convince their teens to go to rehab programs when they utter four important words: “Because I said so.” While teens who […]