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Talking about Drugs & Alcohol

Advice from Local Social Workers While some parents feel anxious about talking to their child about drugs and alcohol, having open, positive discussions can be

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Did You Get Your Card?

Did you notice the postcard we sent you among your holiday cards? We hope the information about the impact of marijuana on the teen brain

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Parent Guide to Hosting Teen Parties

Parties are an important part of young people’s lives for socialization, relaxation, and entertainment. Unfortunately, hosting or going to a party often includes other activities that

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Typical Teenage Behavior?

While most teens in our area make the healthy choice to not use alcohol and other drugs, others are struggling with frequent use or addiction.

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Teen Brain Development

Weather in Chicago is a lot like a teenager–unpredictable from one moment to the next. Teens are in a phase of change with hormone levels

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Transitions and Summertime

School is out, and the passage from school to summer comes with plenty of transitions for our teens. Tweens are transitioning from grade school to

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