Posts tagged ‘substance abuse’
How did we get to an increase in addiction to pain killers in teenagers?
The main reasons for the increase in addiction to prescription painkillers in teens are the three A’s accessibility, apathy, and acceptance. >>> PROCEED TO FULL STORY PAGE, CLICK “PLAY” TO LISTEN TO SHOW AUDIO
INSIDE THE MS-13 :: Samuel Logan
Aired: October 19, 2009 – Inside the MS-13 :: Guest: Samuel Logan, Author and Investigative reporter :: America’s Most Violent Gang investigative journalist offers the first English-language profile of a group the FBI calls “the fastest growing and most violent gang in the country.” Formed by Salvadoran immigrants on the rough streets of Los Angeles in the 1980s, the Mara Salvatrucha—or MS-13—has now grown to more than 60,000 members worldwide.
ACHEIVING SUCCESS IN TEEN RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT
Aired: May 11, 2009 – 11:00 AM PST :: Special Guest: Lisa Foley, LCSW, Clinical Supervisor of Therapeutic Services, Willow Springs Center
Lisa earned her bachelor’s degree cum laude in psychology at the University of North Carolina followed by her master’s of social work degree with honors at the University of Nevada, Reno.
Lisa brings a wealth of experience and education to her work with children and teens and their families. Her extensive professional skills include counseling with juveniles, adults and families; assessing patient needs and treatment goals; developing and implementing clinical programs; and educating the public via lectures and presentations!
TEENS IN CRISIS – EVALUATING PROGRAMS AND ALL THE STEPS IN BETWEEN
Aired: September, 22 2008 – 11:00 AM PST :: Douglas Bodin and Kevin Kindlin of Bodin Group
Teens in crisis all face very different situations, each case takes special care to decide the next step of action. Guests: Douglas Bodin and Kevin Kindlin of Bodin Group, a collection of compassionate and professional educational consultants, discuss with Allen the choices available for parents and teens, and all the steps in between. Listen in and find real answers!
