Believe it or not, your kids frequently advertise their drug use. They love to share this information with their friends. Some of it is in a code that is meant to throw parents and other adults off their trail. One easy way to spot it is to look at the pictures your child has up on the wall in their … Read More
The Existential Vacuum
Victor Frankl in his book “Man’s Search for Meaning” speaks of an existential vacuum which I believe is at play in the lives of many drug addicted individuals today. It is what drives their desire to numb themselves or fuels a feeling of connection through drugs. The word existential is huge and in the dictionary, it is defined as “concerned … Read More
Why Kids Use Drugs
There are myriad reasons why kids use drugs. Some may include peer pressure, a curiosity about drugs, a search for something to ease tension and anxiety during social settings such as parties and dances, etc. Yet, in my opinion, the role of the family, the home environment, the action and behaviors of the parents, the family cohesion, and the parental … Read More