Synopsis

Author Richard Capriola brings two decades of addictions counseling experience to craft a book guiding parents through the crisis of having a child using alcohol or drugs. Although the book is only about 100 pages it is packed with useful information. Readers learn what drugs today’s teens are using, how drugs work in the teen brain, warning signs every parent should know, which assessments are important for a comprehensive diagnosis and treatment plan, where to find resources if needed. The book has received endorsements from psychiatrists and psychologists.