🛡️ Substance Abuse and Teen Life: What You Need to Know Before It’s Too Late
- 1. 1.1 – What Is Substance Abuse and Why It Starts 00:06:45
- 2. 1.2 – The Difference Between Use, Misuse, and Addiction 00:08:45
- 3. 1.3 – Why People Try Drugs Even If They Know Better 00:09:13
- 4. 1.4 – Peer Pressure vs. Personal Choice 00:05:05
- 5. 1.5 – How the Brain Reacts to Substances 00:08:52
- 6. 1.7 – Why One Time Can Be Too Many 00:00:00
- 7. 1.8 – Emotional Pain and Escaping With Substances 00:00:00
- 8. 1.9 – Genetic and Environmental Risk Factors 00:00:00
- 9. 1.10 – When Curiosity Turns to Crisis 00:00:00
- 10. 1.11 – The Difference Between Experimenting and Depending 00:00:00
- 11. 1.12 – How Early Use Affects Lifelong Health 00:00:00
- 12. 1.13 – Myths People Believe About Drugs 00:00:00
- 13. 1.14 – Why “It’s Not Addictive” Is a Lie 00:00:00
- 14. 1.15 – Short-Term Highs, Long-Term Damage 00:00:00
- 15. 1.16 – Trauma, Neglect, and the Need to Numb 00:00:00
- 16. 1.17 – How Legal Doesn’t Mean Safe 00:00:00
- 17. 1.18 – The Link Between Mental Health and Substance Abuse 00:00:00
- 18. 1.19 – Stimulants vs. Depressants: What They Really Do 00:00:00
- 19. 1.20 – What a “Gateway Drug” Really Means 00:00:00
- 1. 1.21 – The Truth About Marijuana 00:00:00
- 2. 1.22 – Vaping and Nicotine: Not Harmless 00:00:00
- 3. 1.23 – Alcohol: Legal Poison 00:00:00
- 4. 1.24 – Pills from a Friend Are Still Drugs 00:00:00
- 5. 1.25 – Fentanyl: The Killer in Disguise 00:00:00
- 6. 1.26 – Lean, Perks, and Street Pills 00:00:00
- 7. 1.27 – Meth: The Fast Track to Destruction 00:00:00
- 8. 1.28 – Cocaine: The Illusion of Energy 00:00:00
- 9. 1.29 – LSD and Hallucinogens 00:00:00
- 10. 1.30 – Heroin and Opioids 00:00:00
- 11. 1.31 – Inhalants and Household Chemicals 00:00:00
- 12. 1.32 – Xans, Bars, and Benzos 00:00:00
- 13. 1.33 – The Dangers of Mixing Substances 00:00:00
- 14. 1.34 – What Overdose Really Feels Like 00:00:00
- 15. 1.35 – Withdrawal: What Happens When You Stop 00:00:00
- 16. 1.36 – Dependency vs. Addiction 00:00:00
- 17. 1.37 – The Trap of Party Drugs 00:00:00
- 18. 1.38 – Prescription Doesn’t Mean Safe 00:00:00
- 19. 1.39 – The Hidden Addictions: Caffeine, Gambling, Porn 00:00:00
- 20. 1.40 – Energy Drinks and the Start of Stimulation Abuse 00:00:00
- 21. 1.41 – The New Trend: Edibles, Vapes, and Designer Drugs 00:00:00
- 22. 1.42 – “I Just Wanted to Try It” – Stories That Ended in Death 00:00:00
- 23. 1.43 – Substances That Permanently Alter Your Brain 00:00:00
- 24. 1.44 – What Dealers Don’t Tell You 00:00:00
- 25. 1.45 – How a Single Dose Can Be Laced and Fatal 00:00:00
- 1. 1.46 – How Drugs Destroy Families 00:00:00
- 2. 1.47 – From Honor Roll to Homelessness 00:00:00
- 3. 1.48 – What It Costs to Keep Using 00:00:00
- 4. 1.49 – How Addiction Affects Friendships 00:00:00
- 5. 1.50 – Getting Caught: What Happens When You’re Arrested 00:00:00
- 6. 1.51 – Juvenile Detention and Probation Realities 00:00:00
- 7. 1.52 – How Drug Use Affects Babies and Pregnancy 00:00:00
- 8. 1.53 – Crimes Connected to Addiction 00:00:00
- 9. 1.54 – Stealing from Family and Friends 00:00:00
- 10. 1.55 – Losing Trust, Respect, and Love 00:00:00
- 11. 1.56 – How Communities Break Under Substance Abuse 00:00:00
- 12. 1.57 – What You Don’t See on the Outside of an Addict 00:00:00
- 13. 1.58 – Abandoned Kids and Foster Care from Drug Use 00:00:00
- 14. 1.59 – The Rise of Narcan: Saving Lives Daily 00:00:00
- 15. 1.60 – Why Jail Doesn’t Solve Addiction 00:00:00
- 1. 1.61 – First Time Using: It’s Never “Just Once” 00:00:00
- 2. 1.62 – Pills in School: Prescription Charges 00:00:00
- 3. 1.63 – THC Pens, Vapes, and Drug Tests 00:00:00
- 4. 1.64 – When Friends Start Dying 00:00:00
- 5. 1.65 – Losing Sports Eligibility from Drug Use 00:00:00
- 6. 1.66 – How Quickly Dependence Starts 00:00:00
- 7. 1.67 – What Withdrawal Really Feels Like 00:00:00
- 8. 1.68 – Substance Use and Depression 00:00:00
- 9. 1.69 – Drug Use and Unsafe Decisions 00:00:00
- 10. 1.70 – Dealers at School: What You Risk 00:00:00
- 11. 1.71 – Intervention From Someone Who Cares 00:00:00
- 12. 1.72 – When You’re the One Who Got Someone Hooked 00:00:00
- 13. 1.73 – How to Ask for Help Without Shame 00:00:00
- 14. 1.74 – Turning It Around: Real Recovery 00:00:00
- 15. 1.75 – Helping a Friend Before It’s Too Late 00:00:00
- 16. 1.76 – The Myth of “Safe” Drugs 00:00:00
- 17. 1.77 – Weed Isn’t Legal for You 00:00:00
- 18. 1.78 – Getting Caught With a Vape Pen 00:00:00
- 19. 1.79 – Nicotine Addiction and Anxiety 00:00:00
- 20. 1.80 – Mixing Drugs and Alcohol 00:00:00
- 21. 1.81 – Passing Out at School 00:00:00
- 22. 1.82 – Driving While High = DUI 00:00:00
- 23. 1.83 – Hidden Substances in Edibles 00:00:00
- 24. 1.84 – Overdose Symptoms You Should Know 00:00:00
- 25. 1.85 – Fake Pills That Can Kill 00:00:00
- 26. 1.86 – Fentanyl in the School System 00:00:00
- 27. 1.87 – Why “Everyone’s Doing It” Isn’t True 00:00:00
- 28. 1.88 – Social Media Drug Trends (and the Risks) 00:00:00
- 29. 1.89 – Selling at School = Felony 00:00:00
- 30. 1.90 – Getting Searched and Tested 00:00:00
- 31. 1.91 – What Happens in a Drug Possession Case 00:00:00
- 32. 1.92 – Juvenile Drug Court Programs 00:00:00
- 33. 1.93 – Going to Rehab as a Teen 00:00:00
- 34. 1.94 – When Teachers Find Drugs in Your Bag 00:00:00
- 35. 1.95 – Drug Dogs and School Lockdowns 00:00:00
- 36. 1.96 – Family Trust: Once It’s Gone 00:00:00
- 37. 1.97 – Drugs and Domestic Violence 00:00:00
- 38. 1.98 – Stealing to Fund a Habit 00:00:00
- 39. 1.99 – When a Relationship Is Based on Drugs 00:00:00
- 40. 1.100 – Finding Sobriety in High School 00:00:00
- 41. 1.101 – Peer Pressure and Using to Fit In 00:00:00
- 42. 1.102 – Mental Health and Self-Medicating 00:00:00
- 43. 1.103 – Getting Sober With No Support at Home 00:00:00
- 44. 1.104 – Recovery Stories from Teen Addicts 00:00:00
- 45. 1.105 – Relapse Doesn’t Mean You Failed 00:00:00
- 46. 1.106 – How to Talk to a Counselor 00:00:00
- 47. 1.107 – Teens in Recovery Groups (What It’s Like) 00:00:00
- 48. 1.108 – Getting Clean After an Arrest 00:00:00
- 49. 1.109 – Building a Life Without Drugs 00:00:00
- 50. 1.110 – Becoming a Peer Mentor in Recovery 00:00:00
- 1. 1.111 – What Recovery Actually Looks Like 00:00:00
- 2. 1.112 – Can You Ever Use Just Once Again? 00:00:00
- 3. 1.113 – Relapse Isn’t Failure 00:00:00
- 4. 1.114 – The Importance of Detox and Medical Support 00:00:00
- 5. 1.115 – How to Get Help (Even If You’re Afraid) 00:00:00
- 6. 1.116 – Building a Support System 00:00:00
- 7. 1.117 – Life After Rehab 00:00:00
- 8. 1.118 – How Long It Takes to Heal 00:00:00
- 9. 1.119 – Why Some Friends Have to Be Left Behind 00:00:00
- 10. 1.120 – Building New Habits Without Substances 00:00:00
- 11. 1.121 – How to Handle Triggers 00:00:00
- 12. 1.122 – What Sober Really Means 00:00:00
- 13. 1.123 – Therapy and Support Groups 00:00:00
- 14. 1.124 – Making Amends and Rebuilding Trust 00:00:00
- 15. 1.125 – Protecting Your Progress 00:00:00
- 16. 1.126 – Journaling Through Recovery 00:00:00
- 17. 1.127 – How Family Can Help 00:00:00
- 18. 1.128 – Spiritual and Emotional Healing 00:00:00
- 19. 1.129 – Addiction Doesn’t Define You 00:00:00
- 20. 1.130 – Celebrating Every Day Clean 00:00:00
- 1. 1.131 – Saying “No” Without Looking Weak 00:00:00
- 2. 1.132 – How to Recognize If Someone’s Using 00:00:00
- 3. 1.133 – Helping a Friend in Crisis 00:00:00
- 4. 1.134 – Talking to Parents or Trusted Adults 00:00:00
- 5. 1.135 – What to Do If You’re Offered Something 00:00:00
- 6. 1.136 – Social Media and Drug Glorification 00:00:00
- 7. 1.137 – Avoiding Parties That Aren’t Safe 00:00:00
- 8. 1.138 – Coping With Stress Without Substances 00:00:00
- 9. 1.139 – Healthy Habits That Replace Cravings 00:00:00
- 10. 1.140 – Mindfulness for Craving Control 00:00:00
- 11. 1.141 – How to Keep Your Mind Clear and Sharp 00:00:00
- 12. 1.142 – Warning Signs of a Drug Emergency 00:00:00
- 13. 1.143 – Creating a Personal Safety Plan 00:00:00
- 14. 1.144 – Building Self-Worth So You Don’t Depend on Highs 00:00:00
- 15. 1.145 – Protecting Your Reputation and Future 00:00:00
- 16. 1.146 – Becoming a Role Model for Others 00:00:00
- 17. 1.147 – Speaking Out Without Being Judgy 00:00:00
- 18. 1.148 – Knowing When to Get Help for a Friend 00:00:00
- 19. 1.149 – Celebrating Life Without Substances 00:00:00
- 20. 1.150 – Being Proud of Yourself for Choosing Different 00:00:00
- 21. 1.151 – Apps That Can Help With Sobriety 00:00:00
- 22. 1.152 – Daily Routines That Support Recovery 00:00:00
- 23. 1.153 – Identifying Healthy vs. Toxic Friends 00:00:00
- 24. 1.154 – Finding Safe Adults to Trust 00:00:00
- 25. 1.155 – Learning to Calm Anxiety Without Substances 00:00:00
- 26. 1.156 – Keeping Your Room a Safe Zone 00:00:00
- 27. 1.157 – How to Stay Clean During School Breaks 00:00:00
- 28. 1.158 – Using Music and Art Instead of Drugs 00:00:00
- 29. 1.159 – Getting Back on Track After a Slip-Up 00:00:00
- 30. 1.160 – Creating a Future Vision Board 00:00:00
- 1. 1.161 – When Family Doesn’t Understand 00:00:00
- 2. 1.162 – Growing Up Around Drug Use 00:00:00
- 3. 1.163 – Forgiving Yourself for the Past 00:00:00
- 4. 1.164 – Being the Sober One in the Family 00:00:00
- 5. 1.165 – How to Rebuild Trust With Your Parents 00:00:00
- 6. 1.166 – Talking to Siblings About Addiction 00:00:00
- 7. 1.167 – When You’ve Been Lied To by Addicts 00:00:00
- 8. 1.168 – The Fear of Becoming Like Them 00:00:00
- 9. 1.169 – Finding Out Who You Really Are Without Drugs 00:00:00
- 10. 1.170 – Discovering New Hobbies and Passions 00:00:00
- 11. 1.171 – Healing From Shame and Guilt 00:00:00
- 12. 1.172 – Saying Goodbye to the Old You 00:00:00
- 13. 1.173 – Getting Comfortable Being Alone 00:00:00
- 14. 1.174 – How to Be Proud of Small Progress 00:00:00
- 15. 1.175 – Learning to Love Yourself Again 00:00:00
- 16. 1.176 – Building Confidence Without Substances 00:00:00
- 17. 1.177 – When You’re Not Sure Who You Are Yet 00:00:00
- 18. 1.178 – The Power of Telling Your Story 00:00:00
- 19. 1.179 – Keeping a Recovery Journal 00:00:00
- 20. 1.180 – Writing a Letter to Your Future Self 00:00:00
- 21. 1.181 – What You Want Your Life to Look Like 00:00:00
- 22. 1.182 – Becoming Someone You Can Respect 00:00:00
- 23. 1.183 – Self-Care in Recovery 00:00:00
- 24. 1.184 – When You Start to Feel Again 00:00:00
- 25. 1.185 – Accepting What You Can’t Change 00:00:00
- 26. 1.186 – Helping Younger Kids Stay Drug-Free 00:00:00
- 27. 1.187 – Getting Involved in Recovery Events 00:00:00
- 28. 1.188 – Speaking at Your School or Program 00:00:00
- 29. 1.189 – Finding Identity Without Labels 00:00:00
- 30. 1.190 – Reconnecting With Real Friends 00:00:00
- 31. 1.191 – Supporting a Parent Who Is in Recovery 00:00:00
- 32. 1.192 – Why Your Story Matters 00:00:00
- 33. 1.193 – Staying Clean While Dating 00:00:00
- 34. 1.194 – Love vs. Addiction in Relationships 00:00:00
- 35. 1.195 – Keeping a Clean Streak Going 00:00:00
- 36. 1.196 – When You Feel the Urge Again 00:00:00
- 37. 1.197 – How to Forgive People Who Hurt You 00:00:00
- 38. 1.198 – Building a New Life One Day at a Time 00:00:00
- 39. 1.199 – Looking Back Without Going Back 00:00:00
- 40. 1.200 – What It Means to Truly Be Free 00:00:00
Course overview
Lesson Overview
1.73 – How to Ask for Help Without Shame: Asking for help can feel like admitting failure, but it’s actually one of the bravest things a person can do. Shame often keeps people silent, even when they’re desperate to stop using. The truth is, everyone needs help at some point — it’s part of being human. Addiction feeds on isolation, so breaking that silence is the first step toward healing. You can talk to a counselor, teacher, or trusted adult without fear of being judged. Most people will be relieved that you opened up and want to support you. Help doesn’t mean losing control; it means gaining it back with guidance and care. Once you speak up, the burden gets lighter, and recovery starts to feel possible. Courage isn’t about pretending to be okay — it’s about being real enough to say you’re not. Asking for help can be the start of your comeback story, not the end of it.
About this course
A raw, eye-opening guide that gives teens the truth about drugs, vaping, alcohol, and addiction—before a single decision destroys their future.
This course includes:
- Over 100 youth-focused lessons on all major forms of substance abuse
- Legal briefings on state laws, arrests, and juvenile detention
- Peer resistance tools, communication scripts, and refusal strategies
- Breakdown of street drug names, trends, and hidden risks
- Mental health modules connecting substance abuse to emotional pain