Muir Wood therapist, David Laing

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 tends to be most successful when it’s perfectly paired to meet the person’s specific wants, needs and medical history. For example, a study in the […]

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 using. Through meetings with other marijuana users and the guidance of a sponsor, teenagers can overcome the trap of addiction and regain their hope for […]

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 the availability of high-potency marijuana products.  Is Inpatient or Outpatient Care Best? The answer to this question depends on the preferences and circumstances of the […]

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,” this drug has a high concentration of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), the active chemical in marijuana. When smoked, vaporized or ingested orally, butane honey oil acts rapidly […]

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 abuse or dependence, over 50 percent had no documentation regarding subsequent treatment. It’s unclear why these teens weren’t given follow-up care, but it’s possible that […]

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 real hope of recovering, or whether he or she will end up caught in a cycle of substance abuse and rehab. But statistics suggest that […]

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 they’ll need in order to grow into happy, well-adjusted adults. Most parents hope that their children will stay within the home with no breaks until […]

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 three months of treatment or more in order to truly leave substance abuse behind. As a result, parents who are seeking care for their addicted […]

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 who have longer histories of addiction and more complex physical and mental health issues will need more intensive care. Those who have issues that aren’t […]

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 about the possibility of addiction in their children. It’s a reassuring thought, but it’s also a far cry from true. According to the National Center […]

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 light. Parents might also worry about the cost of care, and the impact that treatment for the addiction might have on other members of the […]

5 Tips on Being Successful During Drug Rehab

Drug rehab is a pivotal point in the life of many teenage boys. As he attempts to make the transition from a self-destructive life to a positive, fulfilling future, your son will need 100 percent of your emotional support. He’ll also need help from addiction professionals who specialize in treating adolescents with substance use disorders. […]

What to Expect at Teen Alcohol Rehab

For a lot of teens, the prospect of going to rehab is frightening or intimidating. They may think of an addiction treatment center as a place where they’ll be isolated from their families while they’re forced through detox and rehabilitation. They might visualize a rehab facility as a place where teenagers are held against their […]

Liquid Meth: Deadly Teen Drug

Drug cartels are always looking for new ways to sneak illegal drugs across the border, and with the increased rate of production of crystal meth in Mexico, they are getting increasingly creative. One of the newest ways has put the “drug mules,” or those who are forced or hired to carry the drugs across the […]