For students, satisfactory academic progress is a fundamental element to qualifying for financial aid and scholarships. Multiple facets combine to brand a student as either succeeding or failing in the area. Examples include a minimum grade point average of 2.00 and completing 67% of your attempted classes. However, substance abuse has a way of derailing even the most promising student’s academic … [Read more...]
What Is the Number One Drug Used by Teens?
What is the number one drug used by teens? The answer to this changes by the year and often depends on where the teens live. However, there are a few substances that have remained popular among teens all over the United States. Teens often seek out and abuse these substances on a regular basis. What Is the Number One Drug Used by Teens? According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) … [Read more...]
Understanding Teen Alcohol Abuse in College
It’s no secret that teen alcohol abuse occurs frequently on college campuses. Many college experiences include parties, binge drinking and a variety of shenanigans. The issue is that many people don’t know when they cross that invisible line from having fun to developing a legitimate alcohol use disorder. Most of the events in a person’s life have led up to the moment they go to college, and for … [Read more...]
How Yoga Helps Heal Addiction
Recently, Elizabeth Perry, MA, RYT Yoga Therapist at Sober College was the main contributor to the article "Yoga Helps Heal Addiction" in the most recent issue of Yoga Digest. Read more about yoga and addiction recovery below or click here to check out the full article. Yoga is practiced by countless people across the globe and its reach continues to expand. While highly celebrated for its … [Read more...]
The Pitfalls of Teen Substance Abuse
One of the great tragedies of youth comes when our young people become involved with drugs and/or alcohol. Addiction’s pitfalls can leave most "mature" adults helpless. It's only natural that teenagers struggle even more to fight off the effects of teen substance abuse. The Real World of Teen Substance Abuse Statistical data shows that the United States has significant drug issues among its young … [Read more...]
The Goal of Residential Treatment Centers for Teens
When teens are caught in the cycle of addiction, something has to be done to get them back on track. It may not be easy for to determine if your teen is abusing substances, but when the realization finally comes, it will be your responsibility to get them into one of the best residential treatment centers for teens you can find. The Need for Residential Treatment Centers for Teens No matter how … [Read more...]
5 Tips to Staying Sober Over Thanksgiving
Many people look forward to Thanksgiving and holiday season because it marks a period of time during which family, friends, and loved ones gather to celebrate. While the holidays are often a happy time, for some they can be depressing, stressful, or overwhelming. Depending on a person’s past and present experiences, holidays can bring out the worst feelings, leaving some looking for ways to cope … [Read more...]
Investigating Baclofen – the Drug that Claims to Cure Alcoholism.
Alcoholism is a problem that affects countless people across the globe. Because alcohol is a legal substance that is easily accessible, many people do not consider the dangers associated with chronic use. Mainstream media glorifies alcohol consumption, and excessive alcohol consumption as a staple of young adult life. This carefree portrayal and normalization of excessive consumption has led many … [Read more...]
Recognizing Signs of Drug Addiction in College Students
Going to college opens the door to new temptations for teens and young adults. When they use drugs, their friends and family may notice changes in their behavior, health and psychological function. It's important to know the signs of drug addiction and to get college students help when they exhibit these signs. Behavioral Signs of Drug Addiction Teens and young adults go through many behavioral … [Read more...]