Troubled Teen Interview – David Smith – Newport Academy – Part 1

Troubled Teen Interview – David Smith – Newport Academy – Part 1 – Dr. David Smith is interviewed by Dore Frances on LA Talk Radio. He discussed the trends in adolescent substance abuse and and teen addiction. Dr. Smith also discusses the need for gender-specific adolescent addiction treatment and his experience treating adolescents at Newport Academy. www.newport-academy.com

Guest Column: Parents, community can help break cycle of teen-dating violence

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When these problems remain unaddressed, children are at higher risk for school failure, substance abuse, repeat victimization and, perhaps, most disturbingly, perpetrating violent behavior later in their own lives. It is our responsibility to address …
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Study on student intervention reports success

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Substance Abuse. A study that was conducted by Partnerships in Prevention Science Institute and Richard Spoth concluded that the adolescents who received intervention were less likely to be depressed and abuse substances. Buy this photo. Intervention …
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Edmond church sponsors mental health panel

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Depending on family resources, children face issues related to dating, friendships, self-image, substance abuse, depression and anxiety, Shaw said. Other issues facing local youth include a reliance on electronic devices and social media, she said.
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