Cocaine addiction can lead to dangerous side effects and behaviors, but recovery is possible with proper cocaine addiction treatment. Asking for help is the first step. Cocaine rehab centers can offer those seeking recovery a one-stop-shop for all levels of recovery. Regardless of how “serious” a cocaine addiction is perceived, it is always okay to…
More than 6 million U.S. children from ages 2 to 17 are currently diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The CDC also estimates that two-thirds of these children (64 percent) also have other co-occurring mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders (1). According to the National…
Teens experience many changes and challenges in adolescence. They can be impulsive and might engage in risky or dangerous behavior. A teen’s brain is rapidly developing and growing, and it receives and retains a large amount of information every day. Some teens are susceptible to peer pressure, which puts them at high risk of trying…
The teenage years are difficult for everyone. It’s a time when teens want to assert their independence, try new things, and have more privacy. This is a stage of development when teens struggle with finding an identity and a sense of belonging. It’s not always easy to tell the difference between typical teen behavior and…
You know your child better than anyone else. However, it may be difficult for you to recognize signs that your adolescent may need professional help for an addiction. But if your adolescent is struggling with addiction, it’s more important than anything else to get them the help they need. Sometimes that needed help may take…