Duane Osterlind, LMFT
Duane Osterlind, LMFT
185: Preventing Youth From Falling Into the Trap of Addiction with Maks Ezrin
185: Preventing Youth From Falling Into the Trap of Addiction with Maks Ezrin
185: Preventing Youth From Falling Into the Trap of Addiction with Maks Ezrin
Monday 13th June 2022
Maks Ezrin shares how Youth Prevention Mentors help teens avoid addiction on The Addicted Mind Podcast.
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Duane Osterlind, LMFT
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Guiding Teens Away from Addiction: Maks Ezrin's Mission
We don't want them to immediately say: ok, this is above our pay grade. It doesn't have to do anything with that.
Ever wondered how to keep teenagers from falling into the trap of addiction? In this episode of The Addicted Mind Podcast, host Duane Osterlind chats with Maks Ezrin, a certified recovery coach and co-founder of Youth Prevention Mentors. Maks dives into his own story of early addiction and how it shaped his mission to help young adults steer clear of substance abuse.
Growing up in New York City, Maks seemed to have it all but felt compelled to fit in with the 'cool' crowd, leading him down a dangerous path of drugs and alcohol starting at just 13. By the time he hit college, his life was a whirlwind of daily substance use and hidden struggles. His parents had no idea about his double life, making his story all the more poignant.
Maks shares the red flags parents should watch for, like sudden behavior changes or missing alcohol, and stresses the importance of early intervention. He talks about how Youth Prevention Mentors uses peer support and mentorship to strike addiction before it strikes young adults. This episode is packed with practical advice for families and clinical professionals on how to unite in their efforts to support young people.
If you’re looking for actionable steps to help prevent addiction in teens, this conversation with Maks Ezrin is a must-listen.