Cast:
Dr. Tara Egan - host
Caitlyn Andersen - guest expert
Many teens try substances like alcohol or drugs. Some try them only a few times and stop, and for others it can become problematic. This week on "One Day You'll Thank Me", Tara welcomes her colleague, Caitlyn Andersen, MS, NCC, LCMHCA, LCASA to discuss teen drug and alcohol use---how they get started, risk factors, what to look out for, how to discuss the subject with your teens.
Tune in to learn:
What it looks like when teens start experimenting
F - family history
A - age of first use
C - craving
T - tolerance
S - surroundings
Risk factors we need to consider with exposure and
Why education is critical
Everyone has an individual response to substances based on chemical make up and genetics
Tolerance
How to know if use is becoming problematic
What parents need to look out for
Education on how to say no - language to use
To learn more about Caitlyn and her services: https://www.egancounseling.com
For more information about Dr. Egan's services:
Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services, books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and counseling/consultation services, Go HERE.
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Edited by Christian Fox
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