The holiday season is often associated with joy, festivities, and time spent with loved ones. However, for some teenagers, it can be a time of increased stress, loneliness, and depression.
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Hallucinogens, also known as psychedelics or mind-altering substances, have captivated human curiosity for centuries. These substances induce profound alterations in perception, mood, and cognition, leading to vivid sensory experiences and
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In recent years, vaping has gained tremendous popularity among teenagers, creating a concerning trend with significant health risks. While marketed as a safer alternative to smoking, the surge in adolescent
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With the growing popularity and legalization of cannabis across various regions, there has been an increasing focus on the potency of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) products. While THC offers potential therapeutic benefits,
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Peer pressure is a phenomenon that has long been associated with negative outcomes in adolescents, but not all peer pressure is bad. Positive peer pressure can have a significant impact
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The Iceland Prevention Model is famous among people who work in the field of substance-use prevention. The Iceland Prevention Model was developed by a team of Icelandic researchers and policymakers
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Adolescence is a critical period of development marked by significant physical, cognitive, and emotional changes. During this time, teenagers face many challenges that can lead to stress, anxiety, depression, and
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April is Alcohol Awareness Month, an ideal opportunity to provide information about teen alcohol use, the effects of alcohol on teen health, and steps parents can take to mitigate the
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As a parent, educator, or concerned community member, it’s important to be proactive in preventing drug use among teenagers. Teen drug use has a variety of consequences for the teen’s
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While the health risks of substances don’t discriminate by gender, addiction risks are different for male and female teens. Research has found that the sex of an individual affects their
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Initiatives designed to prevent substance use often directly focus on discussion of the substances themselves. These conversations are a crucial element in helping teens understand the risks of substance use
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December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month. If you are learning to drive or have a teen who is driving, this is the perfect time to talk about the dangers
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