Substance Abuse, Youth
Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) provide high-level clinical support for teens struggling with substance use, allowing them to build recovery skills and emotional resilience while remaining in their homes and schools. As a parent, your child is your world. From the...
Mental Health, Youth
June is National Gun Violence Awareness Month, and with growing concerns about gun violence in America, it’s the perfect time to talk about firearm safety – and how to keep our teens and children safe. The alarming truth is, gun violence has become one of the...
Substance Abuse, Youth
Unfortunately, drinking alcohol (and far too much of it) has become synonymous with the college experience. It’s the main attraction at Greek life parties. It’s a staple of tailgating and sporting events. It’s seen as the common denominator in the...
Mental Health, Youth
A recent report shows that 39% of middle school students and 53% of high school students in Virginia are “not able to stop or control worrying.” Do you think your child or teen might be experiencing excessive anxiety or worrying? Here’s what you can say to help. What...
Suicide, Youth
In 2022, the annual Virginia school safety audit found that 13% of Virginia high school students (27,946 students in total) have seriously considered suicide in the last 12 months. What can you do, as a parent, do about this mental health crisis? Virginia High School...
Mental Health, Youth
How often do you talk to your child about mental health? If you’re like most parents, probably not too often. Children are often left out of conversations about mental health. Sometimes it’s because adults think they’re too young to understand or that it’s not...
