Positive Psychology Helps Reduce Teen Drinking Teen DrinkingBy The Right StepJuly 17, 2014Sex, drugs and rock ‘n’ roll is only the latest version of a centuries-old expression regarding “wine, women and song.” Teens have been using substances, including alcohol, since ancient times, with their elders hard-pressed to stop them for equally as long. Devising consequences and doling out punishments is one time-honored approach, but finding ways to… Details
Why Do Privileged Teens Use Drugs? Teen Drug AddictionBy The Right StepJuly 15, 2014Society would have us believe that money really is what makes the world go round. That’s why, upon seeing a story of celebrities or the rich ruining their lives through drug abuse, we implicitly wonder what anyone who can buy everything they want could possibly be depressed about. How could they continue being so maladjusted… Details
Does Childhood Physical Abuse Have an Impact on Injection Drug Use in Adulthood? Drug AbuseBy The Right StepJuly 14, 2014Injection drug use is the general term for any form of drug use that relies on a needle and syringe to introduce a substance into the human body. In addition to strictly drug-related issues like addiction, people who take drugs in this manner have increased odds of developing certain serious or life-threatening infections. In a… Details
Three Types of Therapy for Treating Teen Depression Teen DepressionBy The Right StepJuly 11, 2014During adolescence hormones flood rapidly developing bodies, with teenagers struggling to manage new emotions and experiences. Parents, too, may be taken aback by their teens’ new appearance and what seems like extreme swings in mood. Over half of teens experience depressed mood, and between eight and 10 percent with symptoms meeting criteria for clinical depression.… Details
How to Heal a Broken Heart: 10 Ways to Recover from Rejection PsychologyBy The Right StepJuly 10, 2014At some point in your life you are going to experience the end of a relationship. But when the choice was not yours, a broken heart can be overwhelming. Here are 10 suggestions to help you let go and move on:
Smart, Devoted, Ambitious Mom—and an Alcoholic alcohol and drug addictionBy The Right StepJuly 9, 2014Cammy is one of those unassuming women with a secret weapon—a knockout smile and brains for days. She’s an assistant professor in women’s studies and the single mom of two young girls. She lectures and researches every weekday, then grabs the girls dinner on the way home. They eat in the car as they head… Details
Parenting Style as a Risk Factor for Adolescent Depression Teen DepressionBy The Right StepJuly 8, 2014According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention somewhere between 5-10 percent of adolescents in this country struggle with depression, and around 25 percent experience anxiety as a mental health concern. Some causes behind these conditions are not easily remedied, but a recent review of studies shows that at least one risk factor… Details
Alcohol Marketers May Ignore Important Data alcohol and drug addictionBy The Right StepJuly 3, 2014Underage drinking was the focus of the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence’s (NCADD) 2014 Alcohol Awareness Month, held in April. During the event, various agencies worked together to promote public awareness and understanding, as well as launching efforts to reduce stigma, provide information about the risks of alcohol consumption, and promote treatment options… Details
Is Your Teen Abusing Alcohol or Drugs? What You Can Do to Help Teen Drug AddictionBy The Right StepJuly 1, 2014Alicia is a bright high school sophomore who’s frequently teased because she’s overweight. Josh is a junior; the science nerd who excels in academics but silently struggles to fit in socially. Sarah is a pretty senior who’s liked by everyone and bound for a top notch college. Zach, a junior, is an introverted athlete who… Details
Tips for Staying Safe, Sober on July 4 Addiction RecoveryBy The Right StepJune 30, 2014How do you celebrate July 4? The traditional ways in which we mark Independence Day are a minefield not only for those in recovery, but also for those on the roadways. Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on traffic accidents and fatalities on July 4, 2012, show just how many lives are turned… Details
