Family Wellness

Like addiction, depression is a disease that can disrupt a person’s quality of life. Learn what you should and shouldn’t do to help a loved one cope with it.

Alcohol is one of the most abused substances by teens, but could teen athletes be at higher risk of abusing alcohol? Watch this short video to learn more about teens, drinking, and sports.

Here are some tips to help you and the rest of the family welcome your loved one home and ensure their success post-treatment.

Opioid overdoses occur regardless of age. Learn how to recognize the signs of addiction and how to communicate with your teens about the dangers of drug abuse.

Many who struggle with addiction attempt to hide their alcoholism from family members out of shame. Know the red flags pointing to a loved one’s alcohol abuse.

The holidays can be difficult for those in recovery, as many celebrations involve drinking. Learn how to help your loved one have sober fun during this time.

Telling your loved ones that you are struggling with substance abuse can be difficult. These are some tips to help you be better prepared for this important conversation.

A recent study found that teens from wealthier backgrounds are more likely to turn to drugs and alcohol. Learn how class status and addiction are linked.

When someone in the relationship is using substances, this can be very disruptive. Learn how to best support the person in need and yourself

There are currently 25 million adults in the US struggling with addiction. If your parent needs help, here are important steps you can take.

When your teen is in recovery from either drug or alcohol addiction, your direct support is crucial to their long-term recovery. So, how can parents continue to help their teen in recovery while still balancing a healthy sense of normalcy within their home? Mountainside Family Wellness Manager Tina Muller addresses some of the most common concerns parents express over their teen’s recovery and how they can support their teen while rebuilding their family unit.

More than 190,000 people under 21 visited an emergency room for alcohol-related injuries in 2008 alone. Is your teen a binge drinker?