by Carley Smiddy | Feb 23, 2022 | Addiction, Addiction Treatment & Recovery, Substance Use Disorder
Now that it’s legal in many places, marijuana may seem like a harmless substance. However, its use can still be dangerous, particularly since much of the marijuana sold today is more potent than what has been available in the past. The following article summarizes a...
by Carley Smiddy | Feb 7, 2022 | Interventions, Mental health, Relapse & Prevention, Sober Transition & Recovery Resources, Substance Use Disorder, Support
Celebrities such as Paris Hilton have drawn attention to “troubled teen” treatment programs that may harm rather than help. While it’s essential to select the right type of help for your child, it can be challenging to find trustworthy resources to help guide your...
by Carley Smiddy | Aug 30, 2021 | Addiction, Addiction Treatment & Recovery, Substance Use Disorder, Support
You’ve just told a secret. You feel better about getting it off your chest. You actually feel relieved.“Hey, can we just keep this between the two of us? I mean, the whole family doesn’t need to know.”Have you ever heard this? Have you ever said this? Let’s be honest....
by Carley Smiddy | Jul 1, 2021 | Addiction, Substance Use Disorder
Many teenagers use drugs and alcohol; some simply experiment, while others experience addiction at a young age. Deciphering between the two can be challenging. As a parent, it is crucial to know the signs and risk factors of your teenager becoming addicted to drugs or...
by Carley Smiddy | Jul 25, 2020 | Addiction, Substance Use Disorder
If you have a loved one with a substance use disorder, you have no doubt been frustrated by their unwillingness or inability to change their behavior, their reluctance to seek help, or their refusal to even discuss their problem. You may have encouraged them to get...
by Carley Smiddy | Aug 15, 2017 | Substance Use Disorder
Diagnosing substance abuse is not as complicated as many might think. Only two out of the list of symptoms which would indicate substance use disorder have to be present over a period of 12 months, according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual. Many people aren’t...
