-
Jan 9, 15 •
2635 Views •
Featured, Internet Risk/Addiction •
teendrugrehabs •
Comments Off on How To Talk To Kids About Sexting
Curiosity about anatomy has always been a mainstay of childhood and adolescence. Unless games like “You show me yours, I’ll show you mine” become invasive or abusive, adults generally smile and look the other way. But should they ignore it when children...
-
Jan 4, 15 •
2534 Views •
Substance Abuse •
teendrugrehabs •
Comments Off on How Impactful Is The Media On Teen Substance Abuse?
The media has always had a strong influence on the public, and young people are particularly susceptible to suggestion. Media contribution to substance abuse among teens is an important concern. What adolescents see on television and on the Internet has an...
-
Dec 23, 14 •
2462 Views •
Featured, Internet Risk/Addiction •
teendrugrehabs •
Comments Off on Internet Addiction Boot Camps Can Turn Deadly
The phenomenon of Internet addiction has been sweeping the globe in recent years, but nowhere is it more common than in Asia. Young people in China and South Korea in particular are beset by unhealthy obsessions with their tablets and smartphones, largely for...
-
Nov 23, 14 •
4074 Views •
Behavioral Addictions, Featured •
teendrugrehabs •
Comments Off on 7 Modern Addictions
In the 21st century, our lives have been enriched in many ways with technology that makes life more efficient, convenient and enjoyable. But there are downsides to our modern lifestyle and a host of modern addictions to go with it. While people are still...
-
Oct 14, 14 •
4220 Views •
Eating Disorders, Featured •
teendrugrehabs •
Comments Off on The Dangers Of The Pro-Ana Movement: Watch Me Disappear
Imagine a 13-year-old girl. She is seated on the floor of a small room, clothes and textbooks piled around her. Instead of the poster and magazine cutouts of famous teenage boys and young male actors, the wall behind her...
-
Sep 16, 14 •
2197 Views •
Suicide •
teendrugrehabs •
Comments Off on Using Twitter To Prevent Suicide
The way teens communicate has changed dramatically in recent years. Instead of exchanging information in dribs and drabs by congregating in groups after school or spending hours on the phone, teens are now able to blast everyone...
-
Aug 26, 14 •
2219 Views •
Featured, Self Esteem & Identity •
teendrugrehabs •
Comments Off on Can Twitter Really Tell If You’re Depressed?
With 230 million active users, Twitter is a great for observing human behavior and perhaps getting to the root of public health problems. Researchers at Microsoft Research Redmond wondered if they could scan tweets in order...
-
Aug 21, 14 •
2165 Views •
Internet Risk/Addiction •
teendrugrehabs •
Comments Off on Does Sexting Among Teens Signal Bigger Communication Challenges?
A new study has found that teens who engage in sexting may suffer long-term consequences. Sexting is...
-
Jul 24, 14 •
2100 Views •
Behavioral Addictions, Internet Risk/Addiction •
teendrugrehabs •
Comments Off on Controversial Phone App: ‘Weed Firm’ Lets Players Deal In Pot
A controversial but popular game in Apple’s App Store has some people up in arms. Called Weed Firm, the game allows users to play the part of a marijuana grower and dealer. Like other popular but more wholesome games, it allows users to develop and grow a...
-
Jul 7, 14 •
3944 Views •
Internet Risk/Addiction •
teendrugrehabs •
Comments Off on Are You Addicted To Social Media?
Use of social media sites has exploded over the last decade. Within just a few years, millions of us have become regular users of Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram and many other sites. We connect with old friends, share what goes on in our lives, read...
