S01 E02 - Mike Asinas - Substance Use Among Teens: Effective Treatment & the Role of Families

19/09/2023 15 min Temporada 1 Episodio 2

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode, guest Mike Asinas - a licensed clinical social worker and service director at CHR - dives into the complex world of teen substance use.  Join us in examining troubling trends, effective treatments, and the crucial role that parents and families play in preventing substance abuse among teens and young adults.  Asinas offers practical advice for parents on how to spot the signs of substance abuse, and when to start conversations with their kids. Learn about the innovative strength-based approach, harm reduction, and how treatment has evolved over time.