The teenage years provide adolescents with many opportunities to experiment with drugs and alcohol. Watching your son or daughter struggle with substance abuse can cause strains on relationships and concerns for parents. Clinically proven and researched-backed treatment options, such as wilderness adventure therapy, can effectively guide struggling teens back to health, happiness, and sobriety. If … Read more
A common treatment option parents turn to for their teen struggling with substance abuse is wilderness adventure therapy. According to Aspiro Adventure. wilderness adventure therapy — hiking, rock climbing, mountain biking, skiing, backpacking, and canyoneering, etc. — is a revolutionary, dynamic way to break through boundaries, build awareness, and establish healthier behavioral patterns for those … Read more
As soon as a parent recognizes their son or daughter is struggling with substance abuse, it’s time to seek professional help. When it comes to such a serious issue that could have lasting effects on the brain, parents must act promptly and with caution. The best way parents can ensure a healthy future for their … Read more
The emotional drain that comes with having a teen struggling with substance abuse can result in parents feeling incapable and overwhelmed with how to help their son or daughter. However, it’s important to remember that parents play an important role in empowering their teen with the tools they need to create their own happy and … Read more
Watching your son or daughter struggle with substance abuse can cause strains on relationships and concerns for parents. For parents who have just discovered a substance use issue in their teen, the next step is to determine the underlying cause for the substance use. The causes of teen substance use range from a variety of … Read more
According to The National Institute on Drug Abuse, many adolescents have already tried drugs by the time they turn 13. Another study by the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse (CASA) reports that 26 percent of students between the ages of 12-17 years state drugs are used, stored, or sold on school grounds. CASA … Read more
During the teenage years, adolescents are biologically driven to explore their identities and to try new things. During the teenage years, the brain is still developing the judgement and self-inhibition systems. The result of this can cause adolescents to easily go along with their peers, act impulsively, and seek out new and exciting sensations. For … Read more
Aspiro Adventure Wilderness Therapy program, which provides help for teens and young adults through a variety of challenges, announced today the publication of a new White Paper, “Teens and Substance Abuse: A Comprehensive Guide for Parents” During the teenage years, adolescents are biologically driven to explore their identities and to try new things. During the … Read more
Jessica Williamson has been instrumental in the development of the Family Services Department at Aspiro since 2014. The Family Services Department assists the families of our students and ensures they have access to needed information and support throughout their time at Aspiro. Combining Family Therapy & Wilderness Therapy at Aspiro In the process of change, … Read more
The holiday season is traditionally a time for families to gather together. It can be a very stressful time of year for anyone and particularly for Aspiro families who have a loved one away from home. Perhaps recent family dynamics haven’t been as positive adding to their distress. Aspiro provides an opportunity, anytime of the … Read more