Is caffeine the cause of your teen's alcohol and drug abuse?

Teens who are consumers of high-caffeine content drinks are more likely to abuse alcohol in the future, a survey reveals. Although the link remains unproven, parents have a lot to worry about. Read full article
February 18th, 2014 02:25 am

What Teenagers Learn from Alcoholic Parents?

Parents’ drinking habits influence teenage drinking. Teens who see their parents get drunk are more likely to adopt unhealthy ways of drinking, including underage drinking. Read full article
February 11th, 2014 01:42 am

Family issues and stress may lead to underage drinking

Teenagers are not known for making the best choices and drinking is one of them. Although challenging, parents can break this habit using the several options available to them. Read full article
January 22nd, 2014 01:49 am

Use of Performance-enhancing Supplements harmful for Teens

‘Bigger, stronger, faster’ philosophy promises strength and performance with the help of performance-enhancing drugs. As a result, increase in steroid usage among teens is not far. Read full article
January 21st, 2014 00:54 am

Teens opt for flavored tobacco, as traditional tobacco use declines

Smoking related diseases are still prevalent in the United States and the culture has recently been energized with the introduction of flavored tobacco products in the market. Teens are more at risk Read full article
January 13th, 2014 00:49 am

The Flip Side of ADHD Meds: Cure or Substance Abuse?

Studies have shown substance abuse is high among teens with ADHD, which parents attribute to the abuse of stimulant medication as recreational drug. Researchers believe this may not be true. Read full article
December 30th, 2013 00:07 am

The Benefits of Exercise for Smoking Teens

Most teenagers indulge in smoking due to peer pressure; researches show that this can easily be avoided by maintaining a healthier lifestyle with lots of exercise and physical exertion Read full article
November 18th, 2013 23:30 pm

Teens & Medicinal Abuse: The Aftermath

Medicine abuse is becoming more rampant in teenagers. Parents need to be vigilant and make sure they have all the information they need to tackle the situation... Read full article
October 14th, 2013 02:38 am

Recreational drug use amongst teenagers; excuse or necessity?

Recreational drug use is often labeled 'fun' and not dealt with properly. Parents have to understand that most recreational drugs double as gateway drugs... Read full article
October 11th, 2013 06:15 am

Teens and Drugs: Why parents should not let their guard down

A teenager’s scuffle against drug addiction can go either way, which is why parents cannot afford to relax. They need to keep a close watch on their child, prepared to step in when necessary Read full article
September 23rd, 2013 07:14 am