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Teens

Tackling Teen Substance Abuse

by Jeanne Szatkowski, LICSW, CADCIII, Family & Children's Center Therapist Adolescents are not exactly known for their emotional stability. Hormones, an increasing desire for independence and social turbulence converge during ‘tween and teen yea...

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Posted in: Addiction, Teens

Teen Alcohol Risks Linked to Parents’ Use

by Patricia Lambert, CADC III, Family & Children's Center Therapist A study recently verified what many already suspected: Parental drinking boosts teen alcohol risks. But it also showed that it’s not all about the example. Published last month...

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Posted in: Addiction, Teens

Family Meals Are Worth the Effort

by Paul Deutsch, LPC, RADC, Family & Children's Center Therapist Over the last decade research has shown that regular communication with your teens may reduce the chance that they will engage in risky behaviors like drugs and crime. Equally comp...

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Posted in: Parenting, Family, Teens

Overscheduled Teens

by Gail Dix, MS, MFT Family & Children's Center Therapist Few people question the importance of extracurricular activities in the lives of adolescents. Such pursuits provide social, academic, travel and athletic opportunities. They instill disci...

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Posted in: Stress, Teens

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