Is My Child Using Drugs? How to Spot the Early Warning Signs
Dr. Miriam Gross The teenage years are delicate years. Typically, teenagers move away from listening to their parents or seeing […]
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Is there a respectful and healthy way to argue in front of our children?
Most parents have heard the adage to “never argue in front of the children.” But this might not always be
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What Should I Do If My Child Is Using Drugs?
Dr. Miriam Gross If you suspect a teenager is abusing drugs or alcohol, do not panic and do not immediately
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What Are The Effects of Bullying? Is it Really That Bad?
(This article is based on an interview with Dr. Rona Novick for Operation Survival’s Prevention 101 series.) Bullying is devastating
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What Should a Parent Do When Their Teenager Goes to a Party Where Alcohol and Drugs May be Present?
Mrs. Dena Gorkin For most teenagers, parties are a rite of passage and attendance or lack of attendance at a
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What Causes Bullying? How Can I Prevent My Child From Being a Bully?
(This article is based on an interview with Dr. Rona Novick for Operation Survival’s Prevention 101 series.) It is difficult
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Does the Legalization of Marijuana Make It Safe?
Mrs. Dena Gorkin Alcohol, tobacco and prescription drugs, though legal, are often abused. People can get these substances whether they
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My Child is Being bullied in School and Noone Seems to Care!
(This article is based on an interview with Dr. Rona Novick for Operation Survival’s Prevention 101 series.) Parents and schools
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I was diagnosed with mental illness. Can I live a normal life?
People living mental illness are often ashamed or even afraid to tell others what they are going through. They are
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Why Are So Many Teens Self Medicating Today?
Mrs. Dena Gorkin Anxiety and depression in preteens and teenagers are more prevalent today than five years ago. One potential