General Addiction

Are Video Games Addictive?

06/23/2015 Introduction by David Sanchez, MS, LPC, LCAS,  Licensed Professional Counselor and Addictions Specialist.  As I am meeting with more and more adolescents that are having a problems with excessive video game playing, I have noticed that this problem can truly be detrimental for their relationships, education and mental and physical health.  If you notice …

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Parents: It’s never too early to speak to your children about drugs and alcohol

Speaking with your kids about drugs and alcohol: It’s never too early By David Sanchez, MS, LPC, LCAS Licensed Professional Counselor and Addiction’s Expert 1/14/15 Let’s be honest, parenting can be a challenge at times, especially when it comes to speaking to your kids about drugs and alcohol.  Some parents prefer to avoid or delay …

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