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Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) What is it? Part 1 of 3

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is a mental health condition in which a child or adolescent displays an ongoing pattern of uncooperative, defiant, lack of respect, angry and annoying behavior toward people in authority. These constant behaviors interfere with the child’s or teens daily activities, as well as, activities and relationships at school and at home. Many children and teens with ODD have Dual Diagnosis or Co-existing Disorders, such as Attention…
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April 1, 2013
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Teen Peer Pressure

We often glibly talk about Peer Pressure but it affects everyone; teens and adults alike.  Buddies, co-workers, friends and even strangers can have an effect on what we do. As parents our radar often goes into hyper-mode when it comes to teenagers.  Where are they?  Who are they with?  What are they doing?  Who is driving?  When will they be home?  Are they getting into trouble?  Are they being supervised? …
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March 29, 2013
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Teens Abusing Rx Drugs – How Do I Help My Teen? Part 3 of 3

Part One of “Teens Abusing Rx Drugs” discussed facts about prescription drug abuse, the most common Rx medications that are abused and some of the side effects of prescription drug abuse. Part Two of “Teens Abusing Rx Drugs” talked about the signs and symptoms of prescription drug abuse. Now in Part Three of “Teens Abusing Rx Drugs” we are going to address what you can do to help your teenage…
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March 29, 2013
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Violence in the Media

Do you think that the violence that is portrayed on television, in movies or on video, computer or online games influences the behavior of our kids? Of course it does. Many studies have already proven this. If it didn’t big name advertisers wouldn’t spend millions of dollars a year on advertisements. Most programs on television, including cartoons contain violence. By age 12, the average child has seen tens of thousands…
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March 28, 2013
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Teens Abusing Rx Drugs – Signs and Symptoms Part 2 of 3

Did you know that that 12 year olds and 18 to 25 year olds have the highest rates of prescription drug abuse? So why do teens and young adult abuse Rx medication? They want to get a feeling of euphoria, to get “high.” They don’t think that Rx medication is dangerous. They don’t think they can get addicted to prescription drugs. Peer pressure - They want to fit in with…
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March 28, 2013