Protecting Your College Student’s Mental Health
College is typically a challenging experience with some expected highs and lows. For some it is also the time during which common mental health problems start. Because of this, you
Increasing Reports of Lung Injuries Caused by Vaping
In the past month, lung injuries, sometimes severe, have been reported through the Pittsburgh Poison Control Center. Patients have admitted to using an e-cigarette to vape
Back to School Stress
As the summer draws to a close and the school year begins, the stress ratchets up for teens and parents. For some, it’s the beginning of a new school year, the start of High School,
Agoraphobia in Children
The stereotype most of us have of agoraphobia is someone who is afraid of stepping outside the home. In its most severe form, disorder can become this limiting. But for most people it
My Life, My Quit
The new My Life, My Quit program includes educational materials designed for teens and created through focus groups with teens, subject matter experts and community stakeholders.
Taking Your Kids to College? How to Discuss Alcohol Use
Talk with your young adult about avoiding underage drinking, even if you suspect alcohol use during high school. Research suggests that teens who talked with their parents about
The “Why” Behind Your Child’s Substance Abuse
When faced with a son’s or daughter’s substance use, it can be easy to get caught up in trying to “fix” your child and get them to stop using immediately. But often it can be
