First of all, I’m not a health professional. This is simply practical advice from someone who has spent many years studying, going to therapy and learning what worked for me. Everyone is different. You may want to do things totally differently. I just want you to realize that severe trauma is painful but it is [...] Read more »
Peer Pressure and Alcohol: a Difficult Combination for Many Teens
However, teens can also experience feelings of doubt and may lack self-esteem. For these reasons, they are particularly susceptible to peer pressure: an overwhelming desire to fit in and do “what everyone else is doing,” even if it means participating in such high-risk activities as drinking, smoking and sex. It’s all part of a [...] Read more »