Category: Parentally Speaking

To check in on your teen’s mental health, try the “FAB” method and ask questions about family and friends, academics, and body and mind.

The use of vaping devices to consume marijuana is becoming more widespread. Here’s what parents need to know to keep their kids safe.

A well-deserved celebration should never end in tragedy. Here’s how to talk to your child about celebrating graduation safely.

April is Alcohol Awareness Month. Learn more about this important opportunity to increase awareness of alcoholism.

Here’s how you can find an appropriate addiction recovery program and face the challenges of recovering from alcohol or drug misuse.

Learn about the best way to discuss drugs and alcohol with your kids in an effective manner to form healthy habits.

Research shows an undeniable link between social media use, negative mental health, and low self esteem. Learn about teen social media use.

Every September we acknowledge National Recovery Month to educate that substance use treatment can enable those with disorders to live healthily.

Here are some back-to-school tips for parents looking to help their children prepare for the new school year.

With NJ’s recent recreational marijuana legalization, here are five tips to effectively talk to your kids about marijuana.

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