For your teen’s entire life, you’ve done your best to protect them from harm. So when a teen struggles with substance abuse, it can leave you and your family feeling overwhelmed and unprepared.  You may feel guilty for “allowing” things to reach this point, or failing to notice changes in your teen’s behavior. You may … Continued

Rosecrance recently hosted the Cabinet members of the Northern Illinois Conference of the United Methodist Church at the Rosecrance Griffin Williamson campus for their quarterly meeting. The Northern Illinois Conference of The United Methodist Church includes more than 370 churches and new faith communities spanning the upper one-third of the state of Illinois. They have … Continued

Alcohol is legal for adults to use—as is marijuana in many states—but that doesn’t mean it’s safe. And for teens and young adults, it’s far less safe, a key reason legislators always factor age restrictions into marijuana- and alcohol-related laws. Many studies have shown that marijuana and alcohol can both have a negative effect on … Continued

School is out, summer has arrived, and, let’s be honest, it’s pure excitement for kids around the country. No more studying, lunch lines, backpacks or bus rides; no more stress—just a few months of complete bliss, an infinite recess. In most circumstances, that ideal depiction holds true. But, summertime isn’t always all sunshine and popsicles … Continued