by Megan Mattson | Aug 11, 2025 | Depression, Substance Abuse
For many parents, the words “suicide” and “addiction” feel like separate, unthinkable fears. Yet for teen boys, these two dangers often intersect in heartbreaking ways. Suicide is now one of the leading causes of death among teenagers, and boys struggling with drug or...
by Megan Mattson | Jul 17, 2025 | Substance Abuse
For parents of teen boys in addiction recovery, the back-to-school season can bring more anxiety than excitement. While other families worry about new teachers and school supplies, you’re focused on something far more critical: keeping your son safe, sober, and...
by Megan Mattson | Jun 2, 2025 | Substance Abuse
If you’ve ever found yourself wondering how your smart, respectful son ended up experimenting with drugs or alcohol, you’re not alone—and you’re not failing. The truth is, the science behind addiction shows us that the teenage brain, especially in...
by Megan Mattson | May 2, 2025 | Substance Abuse
As the opioid crisis continues to affect families across the country, it’s critical for parents and caregivers to stay informed about the dangers of fentanyl and the counterfeit pills that are often marketed as legitimate prescription medications. With drug...
by Jen Brink | Sep 27, 2022 | Substance Abuse
Going through addiction recovery is more than just overcoming a drug or alcohol habit. Often, many addicts are facing multiple challenges in their lives. They need to learn healthy ways to address these challenges to have a successful rehabilitation. Substance abuse...
by Jen Brink | Jun 16, 2022 | Substance Abuse
Has your teen boy been shut up in his room more than usual? Are his grades taking a downwards turn, or is he having emotional outbursts? Some of these symptoms are typical teen behavior. However, when they are accompanied by changes in appearance and other behaviors,...
