Concern over this new virus can make children and families anxious. While we don’t know where and to what extent the disease may spread here in the United States, we do know that it is contagious, that the severity of illness can vary from individual to individual, and that there are steps we can take […]
The day has finally come for you and your family to welcome your son or daughter back from a residential treatment program (rehab) for addiction to drugs or alcohol. You may be cautiously optimistic for the homecoming or you may be worried about how it will go. You may not feel ready for your child […]
Texting is an increasingly popular way for parents to communicate with their children. Use or adapt any of the following sample text messages to start the alcohol conversation and keep it going. Scripts 1. Be careful tonight. If your friends offer you a drink, just say you promised me no. 2. Have fun tonight! Keep […]
From the producer of “Screenagers” | Delaney Ruston, MD | June 17, 2019 Recently I went to my 30-year-old cousin’s wedding. It was an unbelievable event with about 30 fun events organized over 2 days and run by the couple’s friends and family. There was Kick the Can, Eye Gazing, Cutting Board Crafting, dance classes, […]
Don’t be afraid to ask your child hard questions — it teaches them it’s okay to open up and share with you. You should be asking your kids about their lives every day. These open-ended inquiries will help you determine if they’re suffering from anxiety, depression or bullying. May 20, 2019, 7:21 AM CDT […]
So your son or daughter has started vaping, using drugs or drinking. Is this just what kids do? Is it going to lead to other drugs, or become a problem? Don’t leave the answers to chance. How Worried Do I Need to Be? Ninety percent of addictions start during the teen years. Beginning at age […]