Mary Woods
Mary Woods
Keeping Kids Safe: Vital Conversations
Keeping Kids Safe: Vital Conversations
Keeping Kids Safe: Vital Conversations
Monday 19th October 2015
Mary Woods and Jeanne Blake discuss how honest conversations with teens can prevent substance abuse on 'One Hour AT A Time'.
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Talking to Teens: Honest Conversations to Prevent Substance Abuse
Parents need to create opportunities for random conversations because that's when stuff can come up. Kids need to be told it's the right thing to do. They'll often push us away, but they're still listening and they want to be loved.
Ever wondered how to help your kids make smart choices in a world full of temptations? This episode of 'One Hour AT A Time' is your guide. Host Mary Woods welcomes Jeanne Blake, a medical journalist and founder of Blake Works, to discuss the power of honest conversations with young people. Jeanne shares her insights on how regular, open dialogue can steer teens away from alcohol and drugs.
She emphasizes the importance of nurturing connections and how these talks can truly save lives. Mary and Jeanne also dive into the impact of societal stigma around addiction and mental illness. They explore how this stigma can create confusion and denial, making it harder for families to address these issues head-on. Jeanne offers practical advice for parents, highlighting evidence-based practices for treating co-occurring disorders and the dangers of opiate overprescription.
The episode doesn't shy away from hot topics like marijuana legalization and the role of electronic devices in our lives. Mary discusses innovative addiction treatment programs, including one in Massachusetts that offers treatment instead of arrest for addicts. The conversation wraps up with a look at a training program in Boston aimed at preventing opioid addiction among youth.
This episode is packed with actionable insights and real-world advice, making it a must-listen for any parent or caregiver concerned about the well-being of their children. Tune in to learn how you can create meaningful connections and keep your kids safe from substance abuse.