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Tuesday, 7 June 2016
HELP OTHERS
Topic: GO FOR IT
I often think of teenagers who live far from a town or in a small town where there are not many facilities. Many teenagers don't have access to the Internet. Oh, how I wish that those youngsters could also visit this web site. If you know someone who has the same problem as you, living with someone who suffers with addiction, invite them to view your Internet. Spend time with them. Visit Alateen on line with them. Let them browse our blogs here. Help them to look up any information that will make their lives better. Go For It.

Posted by answersforteens at 3:45 PM EDT
Sunday, 15 May 2016
SOMETHING NEW
Topic: GO FOR IT

TEXT, TALK, ACT lets you get together with others who want to discuss abuse, addiction and about having a tough time at home

Gather your friends for this national dialogue to talk about the importance of taking care of your mental health - and how to help a friend in need - all through a fun and creative text-based dialogue!  text START to 89800. See more at: http://creatingcommunitysolutions.org/texttalkact#sthash.3qOMMCf9.dpuf

 Contact Raquel Goodrich at rgoodrich@email.arizona.edu for additional information -

A big thank you to the University of Arizona National Institute for Civil Discourse and their many partners for sponsoring TEXT, TALK, ACT

 


  • May 21st (with the National Hook-Up of Black Women)
  • The month of June (with 4-H chapters across the country)
    • - See more at: http://creatingcommunitysolutions.org/texttalkact#sthash.3qOMMCf9.dpuf

     
  • May 21st (with the National Hook-Up of Black Women)
  • The month of June (with 4-H chapters across the country)
    • - See more at: http://creatingcommunitysolutions.org/texttalkact#sthash.3qOMMCf9.dpuf
    Join us on  in Text, Talk, Act, and invite your friends. Bring your friends, family and peers together to take part in this nationwide event. When your group is ready, text START to 89800. - See more at: http://creatingcommunitysolutions.org/texttalkact#sthash.3qOMMCf9.dpuf

    Posted by answersforteens at 2:43 PM EDT
    Updated: Sunday, 15 May 2016 3:06 PM EDT
    Thursday, 14 April 2016
    Something to think about
    Topic: It can change your life
    Melinda Gates said a terrific thing which was quoted on Twitter: GOALS ARE ONLY WISHES UNLESS YOU HAVE A PLAN.

    Posted by answersforteens at 2:57 PM EDT
    Thursday, 7 April 2016
    Why you should join Alateen or In The Rooms
    Topic: Don't be a loner

    Some teens say they don't like to join groups. Why should they talk about their problems to other people? It's embarrassing.

    It is not embarrassing. Your problem is not unique. According to National Association for Children Of Alcoholics "1 in 4 under the age of 18"  suffer living with parents who abuse alcohol and other drugs. "The worst part is, <teens> can't help themselves. "  But groups can. Call (toll-free) at 1-888-554-COAS to learn more about what help is available in your town or on line. Join Alateen, join In The Rooms. Join. Join


    Posted by answersforteens at 6:43 PM EDT
    Monday, 21 March 2016
    Summer is coming
    Topic: THINK FUN

    Summer will be here very soon. Those of you who have the opportunity to go away for the summer may want to look into PROJECTS ABROAD. You live in a foreign country while doing volunteer work where needed. Want more info:

    Projects Abroad is a global leader in short-term international volunteer programs with projects in 30 countries and recruitment offices in the UK, Australia, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Holland, Hong Kong, Norway, Poland, South Africa, South Korea, Sweden and the United States.

    For details on volunteering abroad, visit Projects Abroad's web site at www.projects-abroad.org. 

    If you go let us know how you liked it. Just visit this blog again and click on post comment. 


    Posted by answersforteens at 3:20 PM EDT
    Updated: Monday, 21 March 2016 3:33 PM EDT
    Saturday, 20 February 2016
    WE NEED TO TALK
    Topic: It can change your life

     Some teens think pot is better than alcohol. Wrong, wrong. Neither is good. Here is some brief info from a recent study.

    A recently completed study of 20 years of research on cannabis use refuted the arguments many of marijuana advocates by proving the detrimental effects of chronic marijuana use. Novus Medical Detox (http://www.novusdetox.com/), one of the only Florida-based detox centers (http://www.novusdetox.com/) serving high-dosage drug abuse patients, maintains that the study’s results are indicative of marijuana’s true nature and the danger the substance poses to American society – as such, Novus discourages further legalization and increased public access which the facility maintains will only further contribute to the nation’s already rampant drug use and high levels of addiction.

    Here is some more info:

    • Habitual users can develop a dependence syndrome, found in around one in 10 of all cannabis users and one in six among those who start in adolescence.
    • Regular cannabis users see a doubled risk of experiencing psychotic symptoms and disorders – specifically those with a personal or family history of psychotic disorders, and if they start using cannabis in adolescence;
    • Young adults who are cannabis users “have lower educational attainment than non-using peers, but it’s [unknown] whether the link is causal”;
    • Use marijuana frequently as a young adult “approximately doubles the chance of being diagnosed with schizophrenia or reporting psychotic symptoms in adulthood.” (1) 

     

    VISIT THE STUDY AND GET MORE INFO. IT'S IMPORTANT. IT'S YOUR LIFE.


    Posted by answersforteens at 3:25 PM EST
    Thursday, 21 January 2016
    Are You A Foster Kid?
    Topic: Think about your future
    Sometimes youngsters are put in foster care if the alcoholism and other addictions are too extreme at home. There comes a point when you "age out" of the system. That can be tough especially if you had a poor relationship with your foster family. Often though if the relationship was good you can visit and get advice from them. I was talking to a young adult who was in foster care. She is studying to be a nurse, is married and has also a baby in need of foster care in her home. She told me that she was not happy when she was in foster care but she made up her mind that she, as a human being, deserves a good life and that she was going to make it happen. What I do want to tell you is that there are now colleges and other learning institutes that provide services to graduates of foster care. They listen to your complaints, needs and give you the opportunity to hang out with other students who were in foster care. To read all about it go to or copy and paste it into your computer:  https://www.nacada.ksu.edu/Resources/Academic-Advising-Today/View-Articles/Foster-Care-Alumni-on-Campus-Supporting-an-At-Risk-First-Generation-Student-Population.aspx

    Posted by answersforteens at 3:01 PM EST
    Updated: Thursday, 21 January 2016 3:23 PM EST
    Saturday, 12 December 2015
    HAPPY NEW YEAR
    Topic: Make a resolution
    Here is an unusual resolution but an important one. Make a resolution to get enough sleep this year.  A good night's sleep promotes good health, enables you to think well, helps you to recuperate from stressful situations, and even makes you look better. Have trouble falling asleep? It's important to relax before going to bed. Watch a TV show that makes you laugh. Read a novel whose main character you admire. Have a cup of relaxing tea - be sure that it is decaf. Chamomile is a tea that relaxes you. And when the lights are out think of 3 positive things about yourself and about your life.

    Posted by answersforteens at 4:27 PM EST
    Tuesday, 17 November 2015
    HERE WE GO AGAIN
    Topic: The holidays are here again

    Yes, holidays can be difficult. Gatherings can include too much drinking or using drugs. We have talked about this before. It's important to discuss this again and again.

    1. Value your health and don't get involved with drinking and drugging.

    2. Plan where you can go if things get out of hand at home. A good friend? A relative?

    3. If you leave the house leave a note in your room preferably taped to a wall so that it can't blow away where you are staying. 

    4. If you are at home and things are out of hand at home don't be afraid to phone 911. 

    5. Holidays are a good time to attend AA, Al-Anon, Alateen. You are a young adult so if there is no Alateen near you go to Al-Anon or AA. 

    6. If you don't have Wi Fi at home go to the library and sign in on one of their computers and touch base with Alateen, In The Rooms and some of the other organizations we have mentioned.

    7.Plan some fun activities for yourself. Do it through your church, athletic leagues, - make sure you belong to a caring group.


    Posted by answersforteens at 5:10 PM EST
    Tuesday, 6 October 2015
    Bullies, Bullies
    Topic: Lets get rid of them

    Bullies are a pain in the ass, a nuisance. Unfortunately they exist. Deep down they are insecure cowards. Everytime they pick on someone they feel strong. 

    Here are some things you can do if you feel picked on. Discuss it with your school counselor. If that's not possible because your school does not have a counselor make it your business to make friends with other schoolmates who feel picked on. Do things together, eat lunch together and if one of you has trouble with his/her school work help each other. 

    The important issue is to not take seriously their insults. Feel overwhelmed by their comments? Then go to http://www.healingwalls.org/guest-blog-central-submissions/ 

    Healingwalls let you hear how others who have suffered because of bullying, and, yes, because of addicts and addiction, have coped. You can vent your story, your situation.

    Three cheers for http://www.healingwalls.org/guest-blog-central-submissions/

    Visit them.  As always, you are really not alone.

     

     

     


    Posted by answersforteens at 5:59 PM EDT
    Updated: Tuesday, 6 October 2015 6:10 PM EDT

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