img source It's every parent's worst nightmare. You answer the phone and there is a police officer on the other end telling you that your son has just been busted for stealing shoes from a department store. As you drive to go pick them up, you wonder if your child is headed down a path of crime … [Read more...] about Parents: What to Do if Your Child Was Caught Shoplifting
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5 Things To Do If You Get Arrested For DUI
Getting arrested for a DUI can be a scary and worrying experience, especially if it’s your first time having a run-in with the law. Then again, you have every right to be worried because drunk driving is a crime, and a conviction carries with it several consequences that will have a profound … [Read more...] about 5 Things To Do If You Get Arrested For DUI
When to Refer Your Patient to a New Counselor
As a counselor, it’s natural to want to hold on to your patients as long as possible. After all, you chose this career because you want to help people. But, it’s important to remember that there are hundreds of other counselors that have your same passion and drive--and that might be a better fit … [Read more...] about When to Refer Your Patient to a New Counselor
Empowering Girls: What Your Daughter Needs To Know About Marijuana
How early should you start talking to your daughter about marijuana and alcohol? It might be earlier than you think; one survey found that fourteen percent of minors admitted for alcohol and drug treatment started using cannabis before age 13. While girls statistically seem to start a little later … [Read more...] about Empowering Girls: What Your Daughter Needs To Know About Marijuana