CEO of Drug Abuse Dialogues, Carol Falkowski, explains why we should be concerned about the legalization of marijuana. She states, “We must pause to seriously consider the known, detrimental effects of repeated marijuana use on the developing adolescent brain. We must act accordingly and responsibly in ways that promote the public health and safety, help […]
It was only one letter, but dad knew exactly what it meant. His teen was in trouble and needed him to rush to the scene FAST. As a parent, we never stop worrying about our children. The day they’re born we count all 10 fingers and all 10 toes, and then we count them over again. It’s […]
Tips for Talking to Kids About Smoking Smoking is glamorized in movies and television shows, but parents are the most important influences in their children’s lives. Tell your children honestly and directly that you don’t want them to smoke cigarettes. Give them clear, consistent messages about the risks of smoking. Start talking to your kids about smoking […]
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…by Auntie Jessica (jwong@hazeldenbettyford.org) 10. Get your own account on any medium they are using (Facebook, Snap Chat, Twitter, etc.). Following each other is not negotiable. Do not over comment on your son or daughter’s post. Watch from a far and intervene when necessary. 9. Establish technology free zones or time in your home. This […]
The parts of the adolescent brain which develop first are those which control physical coordination, emotion and motivation. However, the part of the brain which controls reasoning and impulses – known as the Prefrontal Cortex – is near the front of the brain and, therefore, develops last. This part of the brain does not fully […]