THE REALITY OF DRUG ABUSE WITH TEENAGERS
The teen brain is in the process of maturing. In general, it’s more focused on rewards and taking risks than the adult brain. At the same time, teenagers push parents for greater freedom as they begin to explore their personality. That can be a challenging tightrope for parents. Teens who experiment with drugs and other […]
SIGNS OF DRUG ADDICTION
Drug addiction, also called substance use disorder, is a disease that affects a person’s brain and behavior and leads to an inability to control the use of a legal or illegal drug or medicine. Substances such as alcohol, marijuana and nicotine also are considered drugs. When you’re addicted, you may continue using the drug despite […]
HOW DRUGS EFFECT OUR BRAINS – CanAm Interventions
How does the brain work? The brain is often likened to an incredibly complex and intricate computer. Instead of electrical circuits on the silicon chips that control our electronic devices, the brain consists of billions of cells, called neurons, which are organized into circuits and networks. Each neuron acts as a switch controlling the flow of information. […]
THE DANGERS OF DRUG USE BEFORE AND DURING PREGNANCY
Drug use before, or during, pregnancy is a common issue all around the world. Commonly, it is street drugs that are abused in these situations. What exactly is a street drug? Street drugs (also called illegal or illicit drug) are drugs that are against the law to have or to use. Street drugs are bad […]
COPING WITH ALCOHOLISM WITHIN THE FAMILY
Alcoholism in the family is a very common and difficult dynamic. Not only is it hard to watch our loved one’s struggle, it has a direct impact on our own lives. But change is possible, for you and the person drinking. There are ways to cope better when someone close to you is drinking in […]
4 TIPS ON HELPING YOUR CHILDREN MANAGE DRUG ADDICTION
Drug addiction is a very common and serious matter, especially when it comes to our children. Handled incorrectly, it can spiral out of control very quickly and will most likely become a more serious and complicated matter. Can-Am Interventions would like to bring awareness to this dire matter and to offer some guidelines on how […]
12 TIPS TO LETTING GO OF THE PAST – CANAM INTERVENTIONS
We all experience hard-ships and traumas in life from one degree to the other. Facing these obstacles can be very painful and frustrating to overcome. It is very normal to want to avoid these tough situations. Can-Am Interventions would like to bring awareness to this common issue that we all face, and to provide tips […]
THE 12 STEPS OF NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS – Canam
For almost 70 years, Narcotics Anonymous (NA) has been helpingthose dealing with alcohol and drug addiction by providing a safe and supportive group environment to focus on their sobriety. Over 70,000 of these support group meetings are held in over 140 countries to help NA members maintain their sobriety. Can-Am Interventions would like to bring […]
SUBSTANCE ABUSE IN THE WORKPLACE – CanAm
Substance addiction can be an all-consuming struggle that affects every aspect of an employee’s life, and it doesn’t stop when they clock in for their job. Substance abuse in the workplace is more prevalent than many employers may realize, with 23% of employees admitting to using drugs or alcohol during work hours.Not only does this have negative […]
3 COMMONLY ABUSED PRESCRIPTION DRUGS AMONGST TEENS
Some people abuse prescription drugs because they think they will help them have more fun, lose weight, fit in, and even study more effectively. Prescription drugs can be easier to get than street drugs, Family members or friends may have them easily available. But prescription drugs are also sometimes sold on the street like other illegal drugs. […]