“TeenBrain-itis”: 5 Signs Your Teen Might Have It (and How to Treat It!) By Norma Norris | CANDLE, Inc. / Reality Tour® Teens need to understand their brain development Wait — Your Teen Did What Now? If your tween or teen just made a baffling or hilarious decision, don’t panic. It may not be attitude … Read more
WHIPPET CANISTERS & CARTRIDGES LITTER DETROIT STREETS – ER VISITS SKYROCKET Gas stations, convenience stores, party stores and more profit off of pain and cause volunteers to donate hundreds of hours to clean up whippet discards. Variety stores are getting their share of profits selling whippet crackers to aid in the misuse of the N20 … Read more
During their teenage years, kids can push boundaries as they develop into adults. As teens move towards independence, it’s important for parents and caregivers to encourage children to explore and expand their experiences safely. At this time in life, their brain is wired for risky behavior and that must be safely channeled. Sometimes, teens turn … Read more
I am a current college intern at CANDLE, Inc.’s Reality Tour which is a nonprofit organization that educates communities about youth substance abuse and teaches children to “See Beyond the Next 10 Minutes.” Why did I choose Reality Tour? I chose this internship because I wanted to be a part of something bigger that makes … Read more
What parents and teens need to know about the teen brain.
Underage Drinking May Lead to Alcohol Use Disorder More and more teens are developing Alcohol Use Disorder. Do you remember what it was like to be a teenager? Peer pressure, curiosity, and an urge to rebel are common factors that can lead to underage drinking. And recently, as remote learning and social distancing have become … Read more