Early Childhood Disruptive Behavior Linked to Teen Substance Abuse
Researchers in Canada have performed a new study that they believe shows that efforts at early intervention when behavioral problems start can help lower the risk of teen substance abuse or even prevent this type of activity in adolescence. The study involved a comprehensive program …
Read More →Mental Illness and Teen Substance Abuse
Teen substance abuse is a big problem anywhere, and many teens who start drinking or using drugs will also suffer from mental illness. 20% of teens will be diagnosed with a form of mental illness before they turn 18 years old, and for many the …
Read More →Teen Substance Abuse Risks Increase With Poor Sleep
The risk of teen substance abuse increases when teens experience poor sleep according to a new research study. Data from over 6,500 teens in America was analyzed, with the data being divided into three categories. Each category covered a specific set of years. The first …
Read More →Peer Behavior Overestimated Regarding Substance Abuse
According to researchers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill peer behavior is overestimated regarding substance abuse, and underestimated in areas like studying and exercising. Teens are highly influenced by their peers, and common misconceptions about the behaviors that their peers engage in …
Read More →Can Attention Skills Help Prevent Teen Substance Abuse? New Research Suggests the Answer is Yes!
New research suggests that attention skills can help prevent teen substance abuse when these skills are strong and well developed. Strong attention skills can be seen when teens can ignore distractions and focus on tasks at hand. Teens who develop strong skills are more likely …
Read More →4 Signs of Teen Substance Abuse to Watch For
Teen substance abuse is a big concern for parents, school officials, medical personnel, and law enforcement. There are some signs to watch for that can indicate teen drinking and teen drug abuse, and if any of these signs are noticed then it is important to …
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