Playing video games is a favorite pastime of teenagers and young adults alike, especially young boys. When it comes to the amount of time playing video and online games, moderation is key. Teenagers are susceptible to becoming addicted, which can …
It is human nature to want to help and support the people you love. However, there is a fine line between supporting someone you care about and enabling destructive behaviors. Enabling begins naturally. Typically, family members of those suffering from …
Early intervention is the term describing the services and types of support available to assist babies and young children who have developmental delays and disabilities. These services, which benefit both children and their families, may include speech therapy, physical therapy, …
Let’s be honest, emerging from a rehabilitation program and returning to the demands – and temptations – of daily life can be a grueling experience, and unfortunately, relapses are all too common. One way of maintaining the sobriety you have …
Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the United States, especially concerning individuals between the ages of 10-34. Factor in substance use disorders and it only increases the risk of potential suicide. More than 90% of individuals …
When we first meet with families, a common question we are asked about is our success rate. At Drew Horowitz & Associates, we believe there is more than one definition of a successful intervention. The first way of thinking is …
It is difficult to watch as a family member or loved one struggles with addiction or a mental health crisis. You want to help the person you love to make changes in their life that will increase their long-term health …
If you are considering staging an intervention for a family member or close friend, you may be wondering what you should say during the intervention. The professional interventionists at Drew Horowitz & Associates want to help you lead a successful …
When hosting a substance abuse intervention, it is common for the addict to give excuses for their addiction. As drug and alcohol intervention specialists, Drew Horowitz & Associates has heard them all from those living with substance use disorders. Below …
