by John Sharpe | Aug 25, 2023 | Blog
West Coast teens could be more at risk for developing substance use disorder (SUD). It’s no secret that young adults are more likely to engage in risky behaviors than any other demographic. Substance misuse, especially with prescription medications and illicit drugs,...
by John Sharpe | Feb 23, 2023 | Blog
While there is no specific cause of substance use disorders (SUDs), there are factors that could put a person at risk. One of these factors is being a teen. Many people who develop substance use disorders started using as teens. According to the Centers for Disease...
by John Sharpe | Sep 2, 2022 | Blog
The prospect of embarking on a new path can arouse feelings of anxiety and fear. This is a normal human response, but caution should be taken so these emotions don’t prevent someone from making necessary changes. Resisting new experiences with the knowledge of...
by John Sharpe | Jul 21, 2022 | Blog
Self-sabotaging behaviors like substance abuse can limit the goals a person can achieve in life. They may have personal or professional aspirations that cannot be realized until they identify and remove the barriers that have been holding them back. These issues often...
by John Sharpe | Nov 12, 2021 | Blog
When a woman is carrying a child, most would consider it a known fact that one must refrain from alcohol and drug use for the entire duration of their pregnancy. Tobacco, alcohol, illicit drugs, and many prescription medications are known to produce severe health...
