Teen Drug Abuse

Ziv Raviv
  • 4.0 (3)
  • MEDICINE
  • UPDATED WEEKLY
Teen Drug Abuse

The Teen Drug Abuse podcast is a comprehensive and compassionate resource for parents seeking guidance and support in dealing with their teens' substance misuse or addiction. Our mission is to empower, educate, and provide a strong network of understanding for families navigating these challenging times. With a variety of topics spanning prevention, intervention, and recovery, we aim to be a trusted companion on your journey to help your teen overcome drug abuse and lead a healthier, more fulfilling life. Each episode will feature interviews with leading experts in the fields of psychology, addiction treatment, and adolescent development, providing you with evidence-based information and practical tools to better understand and address the issue of teen drug abuse. We'll delve into topics such as identifying the early signs of drug misuse, fostering open communication with your teen, and exploring various treatment options. In addition to expert advice, we'll share personal stories from parents who have experienced the heartache of having a teen struggling with substance abuse. These honest and relatable accounts will provide hope, inspiration, and a sense of community for listeners, reinforcing the idea that you are not alone in this fight. Recognizing the importance of prevention, our podcast will also discuss effective strategies for educating teens about the dangers of drug use and building resilience against peer pressure. We'll explore the role of schools, community organizations, and family dynamics in shaping a teen's decision-making and how parents can be proactive in fostering a healthy environment for their children. As we acknowledge the impact of mental health on teen drug abuse, we'll provide guidance on identifying and addressing underlying issues that may contribute to substance misuse. With expert interviews on topics like depression, anxiety, and trauma, we aim to help parents become better equipped to support their teens' emotional well-being. Throughout the podcast, we'll emphasize the importance of self-care for parents, recognizing that supporting a teen through drug addiction can be an incredibly challenging and emotionally draining experience. We'll offer tips for managing stress, setting boundaries, and seeking professional help when needed. Lastly, we'll celebrate the stories of recovery and triumph, showcasing the incredible resilience of teens who have overcome addiction and the families that have supported them along the way. These uplifting stories will serve as a reminder that there is always hope and that healing is possible. The Teen Drug Abuse podcast is here to provide parents with the knowledge, resources, and support they need to face the challenges of teen drug misuse and addiction head-on. By creating a safe space for open dialogue and learning, we believe that we can make a positive impact on the lives of countless families and help them pave the way for a brighter future. Join us on this journey, and together, let's empower parents and foster a community of understanding, support, and lasting change. Subscribe to the Teen Drug Abuse podcast today and become an advocate for your child's well-being.

  1. 05/20/2024

    Episode 13: How Generation SOS Battles Teen Drug Abuse

    Teen Drug Abuse

    29 min

  2. 02/16/2024

    Transforming Mindsets - A Journey Through Teen Drug Abuse

    Teen Drug Abuse

    33 min

  3. 05/31/2023

    Nurturing Accountability in Teen Drug Addiction Recovery Beyond the Walls

    Show Notes:   The Teen Drug Abuse Podcast features Jean Farmer, a substance abuse counselor Substance abuse is a biopsychosocial disease with multiple contributing factors Addiction progresses and can lead to severe consequences Treatment options include outpatient programs and court-mandated accountability Accountability plays a crucial role in successful treatment Parents can set limits, conduct drug tests, and enforce consequences for their teens Understanding the impact of substance abuse on the brain's reward system is important Three primary prevention strategies for parents: setting a positive example, maintaining open communication, and monitoring Monitoring includes physical searches, searching through the phone, and drug testing National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) is recommended as a resource Early intervention and addressing underlying issues are key Taking mental health issues seriously and treating conditions like ADHD can reduce the risk of substance use disorder   This episode features an interview with:   JEAN FARMER Published author, speaker, trainer Jean is a substance abuse counselor with 9 years of experience in direct counseling. Mental health and substance abuse assessments and treatment, counseling and social work in private practice, center-based and community-based programs, academic environments, working with children, teens and adults. Jean has an experience with chemical dependency and other addictions, marriage and parenting, anxiety and depression, and work-related issues including clergy and cross-cultural concerns. Important Links and resources mentioned: jeanfarmer@me.com Jean A. Farmer | LinkedIn NIDA.NIH.GOV | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    28 min

  4. 05/23/2023

    Controlling your Emotions, from Anger to Compassion for Parents with Kim Muench

    Show Notes:   Kim, a certified parent coach, shares her personal experience with her son's addiction and her mission to help other parents facing similar challenges Enabling vs. helping: Kim explains the difference and how parents may unknowingly enable their children's substance abuse Setting boundaries: The importance of setting boundaries to reflect on parental contributions to the problem and guide children toward treatment and healthier coping mechanisms Loopholes and treatment: Discussion on addressing situations where children try to find loopholes in boundaries and the need for assertive insistence on treatment if self-destructive behavior persists Parent coaching: The role of parent coaching in providing support, information, tools, and helping parents develop confidence in setting and enforcing boundaries Drug testing: Speaker's view on drug testing, prioritizing trust and building a trusted relationship, while acknowledging its potential value in discouraging substance use for some families   This episode features an interview with:   KIM MUENCH Jai Certified Parent Coach and Founder of Real Life Parenting Guide Kim Muench (pronounced minch, like pinch with an “m”) is a Jai (rhymes with buy) Institute for Parenting Certified Conscious Parenting Coach and Founder of Real Life Parent Guide who specializes in working with mothers of emerging adults (ages 18-25). Kim knows moms are the emotional barometer in their families and she is passionate about educating, supporting and encouraging her clients to raise adolescents with intention and guidance rather than fear and control. Kim’s three plus decades raising five children and years of coaching other parents empowers her to lead her clients with compassion and without judgment into healthier, happier, more functional relationships. Kim has a self-published Amazon #1 New Release in the Parent & Adult Child Relationships category called Becoming Me While Raising You – a Mother’s Journey to Her Self. She is a sought after and frequent speaker on topics related to conscious parenting for Fox News Radio, television news stations in Texas/Oklahoma, and podcasts around the globe. Her mission is to spread the movement to parent WITH rather than over our children. Important Links and resources mentioned: reallifeparentguide@gmail.com https://reallifeparentguide.com/ https://www.instagram.com/kimmuenchparentcoach/ https://www.tiktok.com/@kimmuenchparentcoach https://www.nbcdfw.com/texas-today/how-to-create-better-parent-child-relationships/2933721/ https://calendly.com/reallifeparentguide

    29 min

  5. 05/16/2023

    Breaking the Cycle of Peer Pressure: How to Say No to Drugs and Alcohol

    Show Notes:   Three teenagers from Innovation Academy, Fulton County, Georgia created an organization called SAVE, which stands for Substance Abuse Value Empathy SAVE aims to promote prevention and treatment methods for substance abuse that are supported by facts, through their Instagram page and website The three teens meet online or in person a couple of days a week to update their website and post on their Instagram They are currently working on a book titled "The Path to Sobriety: A Guide to Overcoming Addiction and Finding Joy in Recovery" The speakers discuss drug abuse, particularly among teenagers and emphasize the importance of spreading awareness about the long-term effects of drug abuse The main factors contributing to drug abuse are peer pressure and being influenced by family members or friends The speakers suggest that it is important to recognize your own self-worth and not feel pressured to do things that others are doing just to fit in They recommend finding new friends if current friends are peer pressuring you and empowering parents to communicate with their teens about drug use The speakers discuss various approaches for parents to handle their child's drug use, including creating a safe space and non-judgmental environment for them to share their struggles The speakers emphasized the importance of open communication between parents and children and recommended seeking support from the Save program and other resources on their website This episode features an interview with:   ARNAV HAZARI Co-founder of S.A.V.E. Arnav Hazari is a 10th grader at Innovation Academy and one of the co-founders of the organization known as “S.A.V.E.”. Currently, he is in the healthcare and IT pathway. He enjoys helping people with their situations that they are struggling with. They created the website as a way to advocate for those who need help with drug usage, and even those who are struggling mentally. Arnav personally know many people who have struggled with these problems and its extremely frightening, which is why he is attempting to fight these problems. AARYAN SATHISH Co-founder of S.A.V.E. Aaryan Sathish is an 11th Grader at Innovation Academy and one of the co-founders of S.A.V.E. He is also in the Healthcare and IT Pathway. Aaryan personally struggled with a substance issue for a short period of time. This affected his mental health and created trust issues with his family. Having a first-hand experience with a substance problem taught him that he needs to use his experiences and help friends, community, and anyone struggling to quit. Aaryan also wants to help prevent teenagers like himself going through the same issues he did, which is why he is so passionate about this topic. ARJUN SURESH Co-founder of S.A.V.E. Arjun Suresh is a 10th Grader at Innovation Academy and one of the co-founders of S.A.V.E. He is also in the Healthcare/IT Pathway. Arjun has always tried helping people no matter the situation and strive to ensure that this program will help people and be heard throughout the world. Important Links and resources mentioned: save.drugawareness@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/save_communitysupport/ Home - Drug abuse awareness (mailchimpsites.com)

    23 min

  6. 05/09/2023

    Using Positive Psychology to Overcome Substance Use Disorder

    Show Notes:   The conversation is about drug addiction and a clinical social worker named Patrick Doyle's approach to helping families with loved ones struggling with addiction Patrick's approach involves educating and training families on positive reinforcement parenting and problem-solving to influence their teens to cooperate with house rules and enter into treatment The speakers discuss how negative language surrounding addiction can be detrimental and that families who do not resonate with traditional approaches can benefit from Patrick's approach Positive reinforcement parenting can help maintain a loving relationship between parents and their teenage children, including rewards such as money, mobile phone access, free time, and socializing with friends The speakers discuss the importance of establishing phones as currency for rewards and punishments, and the challenges of raising children with access to technology Good life coaching and practicing outside of coaching is important for learning to occur It's important to have hope and confidence for people with substance use disorder and their loved ones, and to never give up on kids Ongoing drug testing can lead to negative reinforcement and a lack of trust from the child Patrick can be reached at familyaddictioncoach.com, where there is useful guidance information and a podcast This episode features an interview with:   PATRICK DOYLE Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW “If your loved one's substance use has become unmanageable, you’ve tried everything but refuse to give up, and are desperately seeking hope-- I know how you feel.” - Patrick Doyle Patrick was raised in a large, chaotic household, and his own adult child has struggled with alcohol addiction and anxiety.  Refusing to give up on his son, he found a way out for my family. For 30 years, he has helped clients save their family from addiction as a therapist/Family Coach by providing the tools to influence positive change in a loved one.  His certification in the delivery of Community Reinforcement and Family Training (CRAFT) helps clients and families create a solid plan, based on proven solutions, with the best chance for success. Patrick provides private, one on one, personalized coaching, expert guidance, treatment navigation and advocacy, and crisis consultations via phone or video telehealth.  Patients in addiction treatment need an advocate.  His approach utilizes compassion, harm reduction, and evidence-based research.  Important Links and resources mentioned: patrick@familyaddictioncoach.com http://www.linkedin.com/in/PatrickDoyleFamilyAddictionCoach https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/patrick-doyle-lexington-ma/312875 https://familyaddictioncoach.com/ https://twitter.com/PatrickDoyle_35

    31 min

  7. 05/02/2023

    From Hobby to Addiction: The Stages and Behaviors of Substance Use

    Show Notes:   Christine Capshew discusses drug addiction in teens, noting that social media normalizes drug behavior among them and advises parents to look for early signs of addiction Explains addiction as a brain disease influenced by genetics, mentioning stages of addiction, and connects addiction with suicidal tendencies and self-harming Proper treatment, including nutrition, psychoeducation, and restoring relationships, can help even those with genetic predisposition recover from addiction Naltrexone is effective in treating opioid and alcohol addiction but marijuana addiction requires roughing it out as it has withdrawal symptoms Finding the right detox facility is important for effective treatment, which may taper off medication over five to seven days depending on the intensity of addiction Detox is recommended for weed addiction and takes about 30 days to clear the brain fog and establish normal patterns Dopamine hits caused by blue screen light can make it harder to resist the urge to relapse Being well-informed about addiction can help overcome stigma This episode features an interview with:   CHRISTINE CAPSHEW Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEO and Founder of Conscious Healing, Inc. Christine Capshew is a licensed clinical social worker and the founder and CEO of Conscious Healing, Inc., a mental health and trauma treatment center in Virginia. She has over 20 years of experience working in the field of mental health and addiction treatment. Capshew is known for her expertise in treating trauma and addiction in adolescents and young adults, as well as for her advocacy work on behalf of those struggling with mental health issues. She is a sought-after speaker and has presented at numerous conferences and workshops on topics related to mental health and addiction. Capshew is also a certified yoga instructor and incorporates mindfulness practices into her treatment approach.   Important Links and resources mentioned: Christine Capshew ccapshew@conscioushealingva.com Conscious Healing - Integrative Addiction Treatment (conscioushealingva.com)

    33 min

  8. 04/25/2023

    Breaking the Stigma: How to Address Drug Use in Your Family and Community

    Show Notes: Guest speaker Stacy Miller is a training consultant and drug misuse expert in the New Forest region of England The speakers discuss the different stages of drug dependency and the importance of recognizing changes in behavior before it becomes a problem Parents are encouraged to have an open dialogue with their children about drugs, ask questions, and be aware of signs of drug use such as small clear bags with white residue or tablets/powder The speakers discuss challenges of talking to a young person who is high and suggest enlisting support from friends, relatives, or professionals The risks associated with drug use are mainly related to mental health, with cannabis having a lot of debate around its use. Speaker is against cannabis use, as she has seen many people end up in psychiatric care because of its effect on mental health The speakers stress the importance of understanding why people engage in certain behaviors and finding alternative solutions to address the underlying issues Stacy Miller provides resources for parents on social media and her website, Stacy Miller Consultancy The conversation ends with a discussion on setting boundaries and the importance of communication This episode features an interview with: STACEY MILLER Education and Training Consultant Stacey Miller is on a mission to spread kindness, positivity and gratitude through training and education. She has 20 years professional experience in the field of substance misuse and mental health working with all sectors to upskill their staff. Stacey also has added lived experience of everything she teaches which adds a huge amount of value to her work. Empowering people to gain control over their lives and fulfill their potential in society is at core of Stacey Miller Consultancy. Important Links and resources mentioned: info@staceymillerconsultancy.co.uk Home • Stacey Miller Consultancy | Substance Misuse and Mental Health Education and Training Consultant staceygmiller (@staceygmiller) / Twitter Stacey Miller Consultancy | Facebook Stacey Miller Consultancy (@staceygmiller) • Instagram photos and videos Stacey Miller | LinkedIn www.staceymillerconsultancy.co.uk/shop

    26 min
See All (13)

Ratings & Reviews

4
out of 5
3 Ratings

About

The Teen Drug Abuse podcast is a comprehensive and compassionate resource for parents seeking guidance and support in dealing with their teens' substance misuse or addiction. Our mission is to empower, educate, and provide a strong network of understanding for families navigating these challenging times. With a variety of topics spanning prevention, intervention, and recovery, we aim to be a trusted companion on your journey to help your teen overcome drug abuse and lead a healthier, more fulfilling life. Each episode will feature interviews with leading experts in the fields of psychology, addiction treatment, and adolescent development, providing you with evidence-based information and practical tools to better understand and address the issue of teen drug abuse. We'll delve into topics such as identifying the early signs of drug misuse, fostering open communication with your teen, and exploring various treatment options. In addition to expert advice, we'll share personal stories from parents who have experienced the heartache of having a teen struggling with substance abuse. These honest and relatable accounts will provide hope, inspiration, and a sense of community for listeners, reinforcing the idea that you are not alone in this fight. Recognizing the importance of prevention, our podcast will also discuss effective strategies for educating teens about the dangers of drug use and building resilience against peer pressure. We'll explore the role of schools, community organizations, and family dynamics in shaping a teen's decision-making and how parents can be proactive in fostering a healthy environment for their children. As we acknowledge the impact of mental health on teen drug abuse, we'll provide guidance on identifying and addressing underlying issues that may contribute to substance misuse. With expert interviews on topics like depression, anxiety, and trauma, we aim to help parents become better equipped to support their teens' emotional well-being. Throughout the podcast, we'll emphasize the importance of self-care for parents, recognizing that supporting a teen through drug addiction can be an incredibly challenging and emotionally draining experience. We'll offer tips for managing stress, setting boundaries, and seeking professional help when needed. Lastly, we'll celebrate the stories of recovery and triumph, showcasing the incredible resilience of teens who have overcome addiction and the families that have supported them along the way. These uplifting stories will serve as a reminder that there is always hope and that healing is possible. The Teen Drug Abuse podcast is here to provide parents with the knowledge, resources, and support they need to face the challenges of teen drug misuse and addiction head-on. By creating a safe space for open dialogue and learning, we believe that we can make a positive impact on the lives of countless families and help them pave the way for a brighter future. Join us on this journey, and together, let's empower parents and foster a community of understanding, support, and lasting change. Subscribe to the Teen Drug Abuse podcast today and become an advocate for your child's well-being.

Information

  • Creator
    Ziv Raviv
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved for Kivi Media, Magician Business LTD and Ziv Raviv
  • Show Website
    Teen Drug Abuse

To listen to explicit episodes, sign in.

Stay up to date with this show

Sign in or sign up to follow shows, save episodes, and get the latest updates.
Select a country or region

Africa, Middle East, and India

Asia Pacific

Europe

Latin America and the Caribbean

The United States and Canada