http://www.sheknows.com/ Fri, 29 Mar 2013 13:28:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/989867/justin-timberlakes-drug-use-at-coachella Justin Timberlake's drugged-up days at Coachella have been revealed. The singer, who has spoken openly about the special place pot holds in his life, now admits he hit up the music festival "on many different, um, substances." http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/989867/justin-timberlakes-drug-use-at-coachella Entertainment Celebrity Gossip Sara McGinnis Thu, 28 Feb 2013 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/983187/recovering-from-post-traumatic-stress-disorder Haunted by memories of childhood abuse and trauma, Rachel Hope, 41, of Los Angeles, was determined to find help for her post-traumatic stress disorder so she could offer a brighter future for her two kids, Jesse, 22, and Grace, 4. After 20-plus years of suffering, Rachel found relief in an unconventional therapeutic approach. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/983187/recovering-from-post-traumatic-stress-disorder Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Parenting Advice & Columns Julie Weingarden Dubin Mon, 25 Feb 2013 11:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/982795/parenting-with-a-history-of-addiction Parenting is difficult enough without having to deal with the sins of the past. Still, plenty of parents must grapple with a history of addiction. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/982795/parenting-with-a-history-of-addiction Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Mom & Dad Tiernan McKay Tue, 30 Oct 2012 05:41:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/974801/8-signs-your-husband-may-be-abusing-prescription-drugs Roger has been acting very differently lately, and his wife, Samantha, is convinced that he’s hiding something. He just hasn’t been himself; he’s been moody and quick to argue with her and avoids eye contact when she asks him what’s wrong. He’s also been eating less, and she catches him nodding off from the moment he gets home from work. Convinced that he’s lying to her about something, she accuses him of having an affair, which he vehemently denies. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/974801/8-signs-your-husband-may-be-abusing-prescription-drugs Health & Wellness Self Improvement & Mental Health Dr. Nicholas Kardaras, Ph.D., LCSW-R Sun, 23 Sep 2012 07:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/971141/stop-medicine-abuse-in-teens-with-the-medicine-abuse-project Prescription and over-the-counter drug abuse has grown to epidemic levels in our country, and unfortunately it's rampant among teens. It's time for us all to wake up to medicine abuse and do something about it. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/971141/stop-medicine-abuse-in-teens-with-the-medicine-abuse-project Parenting Age by Age Tweens, Teens & College Kori Ellis Sat, 22 Sep 2012 05:14:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/971467/4-deadliest-drugs-teens-are-taking Long gone are the days when parents worried only about their teens and underage drinking. Today's parents face the dangers of easily accessible designer drugs, including "bath salts" and "glass cleaner," as well as pharm parties and huffing household products. Dr. Yael Varnado, or Dr. V, knows that teens are in danger when it comes to substance abuse and she wants to raise awareness of the four deadliest drugs that teens are taking. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/971467/4-deadliest-drugs-teens-are-taking Health & Wellness Children's Health Michele Borboa, MS Thu, 30 Aug 2012 09:54:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/970067/pink-overdose-survivor-proud-fk-you-fund-owner Pink's come a long, long way since a drug overdose in 1995. Revealing the experience that scared her off the illegal stuff for good, the singer boasts about her "F*** You" fund that allows her to say "no" anytime she damn well pleases. http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/970067/pink-overdose-survivor-proud-fk-you-fund-owner Entertainment Celebrity Gossip Drinks, Drugs & Rehab Sara McGinnis Thu, 23 Aug 2012 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/968899/have-a-back-to-school-drug-talk-with-your-child Before your teen returns to school in the fall, sit down for a serious talk about drug abuse. Learn how to do your research ahead of time, how to become a resource for your child, and how to dive into a conversation that will probably make both of you uncomfortable. This is a talk you can’t afford to skip. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/968899/have-a-back-to-school-drug-talk-with-your-child Parenting Age by Age Tweens, Teens & College Maria Mora Thu, 26 Jul 2012 10:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/966381/teens-and-heroin Mention heroin and most adults picture strung-out addicts in a back alley, using dirty needles to shoot up. Heroin is back with a vengeance — and suburban teens are becoming addicted. Keep reading to find out what’s different about modern-day heroin abusers and what parents of teens need to know. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/966381/teens-and-heroin Parenting Age by Age Tweens, Teens & College Sherri Kuhn Mon, 16 Jul 2012 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/965441/talking-to-your-child-about-past-alcohol-and-drug-use The day will come when your child will ask you, “Did you ever do drugs?” or “Did you get drunk in high school?” Will your response be to deny, deny, deny? Find out when honesty is the best policy and when it’s ever OK to stretch the truth to fit the situation. Because every kid knows that “I didn’t inhale” doesn’t mean jack. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/965441/talking-to-your-child-about-past-alcohol-and-drug-use Parenting Age by Age Tweens, Teens & College Monica Beyer Tue, 26 Jun 2012 14:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/963376/newborn-babies-addicted-to-painkillers It's already a sad story when someone is addicted to painkillers, but the impact is infinitely worse when a baby is born hooked on medication. Researchers are seeing a new and disturbing trend amongst newborns: Addiction to painkillers. Americans' increased reliance on these prescription painkillers has resulted in our babies being born addicted. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/963376/newborn-babies-addicted-to-painkillers Parenting Age by Age Baby & Toddler Tracee M. Herbaugh Thu, 24 May 2012 12:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960623/the-dangers-of-inhaling-nitrous-oxide The popularity of inhaling nitrous oxide — or “Whip-its” — seems to be making a comeback among teens and young adults. Actress Demi Moore reportedly used Whip-its shortly before she was rushed to the hospital in January. Keep reading for what parents need to know about this dangerous craze, and how to talk to your teens about it. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/960623/the-dangers-of-inhaling-nitrous-oxide Parenting Age by Age Tweens, Teens & College Sherri Kuhn Wed, 09 May 2012 07:45:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/957355/how-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-drugs-and-alcohol Though it can be difficult to discuss drug and alcohol use with your kids, it's essential to talk with your children early and often, to keep them educated and informed. Learn how to initiate conversations and speak candidly to your children to help prevent your kids from getting involved with drugs and alcohol now and in the future. http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/957355/how-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-drugs-and-alcohol How-To Parenting How-to Kori Ellis Tue, 24 Apr 2012 16:34:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/958291/russell-brands-drug-addiction-cause If addictions were seen -- and treated -- differently by the public and the media, would fallen stars like Amy Winehouse and Whitney Houston still be alive? http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/958291/russell-brands-drug-addiction-cause Entertainment Celebrity Gossip Drinks, Drugs & Rehab Ashley Lee Tue, 20 Mar 2012 13:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/953443/prom-night-safety-tips As prom night approaches, help make the night memorable and safe for your teen. It’s time to buckle down and have a talk about drinking, drugs and sex. Learn to set realistic expectations for prom night partying. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/953443/prom-night-safety-tips Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Teen Behavior Maria Mora Mon, 05 Mar 2012 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/951449/how-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-substance-abuse Your kids may not have grown up with Whitney Houston's music, but they know who she is following news of her tragic death. You can't turn on the news without hearing about her history of substance abuse, and whether drugs or alcohol contributed to Whitney's death or not, your kids have probably heard the words Xanax, cocaine and crack more than once in the past few days. They may have questions that are hard to answer, so follow these tips for talking to your kids about substance abuse and making positive choices. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/951449/how-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-substance-abuse Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Child Development & Health Ami Burns Wed, 15 Feb 2012 13:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/948667/would-your-four-year-old-say-no-to-drugs Would your child know how to respond if he was offered pot? After all, not many of us think about talking to our preschoolers about identifying and saying no to drugs. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/948667/would-your-four-year-old-say-no-to-drugs Parenting Age by Age Preschoolers Tiernan McKay Sat, 26 Nov 2011 15:40:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/848203/wham-george-michael-stricken-with-pneumonia-possible-heart-trouble Former Wham! singer George Michael is being treated for pneumonia and possible heart trouble in a Vienna hospital. http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/848203/wham-george-michael-stricken-with-pneumonia-possible-heart-trouble Entertainment Celebrity Gossip Drinks, Drugs & Rehab Castina Watson Thu, 22 Sep 2011 05:41:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/820955/The-Nutmeg-high-A-new-drug-trend YouTube is now home to several videos of teens smoking nutmeg in order to get a "nutmeg high." What is up with this and what can you do to keep your kids from trying it? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/820955/The-Nutmeg-high-A-new-drug-trend Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Teen Health & Wellness Meagan Morris Fri, 10 Dec 2010 11:46:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/821215/what-is-salvia What was in Miley Cyrus' bong? It might have been pot, but some are speculating that Cyrus smoked Salvia. What is Salvia and should you be concerned about it? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/821215/what-is-salvia Parenting Tweens, Teens & College Teen Behavior Meagan Morris Wed, 27 Oct 2010 09:23:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/818483/Honoring-Your-Unique-Birth-Experience Most parents understand the many benefits of birthing naturally, but childbirth is something that is not always under your control. Even with a rock solid birth plan, a top notch midwife and 12 weeks of birthing classes under your belt, you are not guaranteed to birth naturally. How do we avoid the deep disappointment and guilt that comes with not achieving our ideal birth plan? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/818483/Honoring-Your-Unique-Birth-Experience Parenting Having a Baby Pregnancy, Labor & Birth Naomi de la Torre