the world our teenagers are growing up in has changed—and so has the landscape of potentially addictive behaviour.

Trauma can leave deep emotional wounds that affect every aspect of life. Healing from trauma is a journey that requires patience, understanding, and the right support. In recent years, online trauma recovery has become a valuable resource for many seeking help. This blog post explores how online support can aid in healing from trauma, practical steps to take, and what to expect along the way.

When I wrote What's Wrong with My Teen? Finding Answers to Teenage Addiction and Family Crisis, I wasn't trying to offer a quick fix or a perfect parenting formula. I was writing from two places at once: more than two decades of clinical experience supporting individuals and families affected by addiction and mental health challenges, and my own lived experience of recovery. Families I work with tell me they feel frightened, overwhelmed, and unsure of what to do next. They wo

To support families, we are pleased to announce the launch of our definitive guide to digital media overuse and addiction, written by members of the Mental Health Work Group at the Screen Time Action Network at Fairplay.

LEADERSHIP STARTS HERE: GUIDING TEENS AND EMPOWERING FAMILIES THROUGH CRISIS

Cannabis intoxicates and impairs. This post differentiates between cannabis impairment vs. intoxication.

Image: Upsplash In recent years, the conversation around cannabis has evolved dramatically, particularly with legalization moving forward...

March is Self-Harm Awareness Month, a time to bring some awareness to this important issue and provide support for those who are...

Unveiling a Path to Sustainable Recovery: Insight into Opioid Addiction Treatment

25 Years of Recovery: Key Lessons Learned

Great Article by Dawn Nickel highlighting among other things how family's can recover from addiction. With gratitude for Dawn and her...

Join me in this audio podcast conversation with Kat, of Kat Teller Health & Wellness Services, @kattellerwellness, as we hear my personal...

Check out my interview with the talented Tania Semper. We discuss self-esteem in the wake of a global pandemic and coping in the virtual...