December 2020 - Freedom Addiction

Person taking out dried cannabis buds from a jar

The Dangers of Smoking Marijuana at a Young Age

Mandy Sandhu
30 Dec 2020

Over the years, cannabis or marijuana use has grown to become mainstream, especially in Canada and some American states where it's been legalized for recreational and medicinal purposes. Despite its purported benefits, the long-term effects of marijuana are still a major cause of concern, particularly for teenagers who are exposed to it at such a young age. Marijuana Use Among...

learn more

A group of teenagers drinking and smoking marijuana

Peer Pressure and Drugs: What Parents Need to Know

Mandy Sandhu
16 Dec 2020

The desire to be accepted, wanted, and fit in is a natural and basic human instinct. However, it can be a little too intense for teenagers as they are especially vulnerable during this time in their lives due to a general lack of self-esteem. This is where peer pressure comes in. It's choosing to do things you wouldn't otherwise think...

learn more

The Sad Truth About Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FASDs)

Mandy Sandhu
2 Dec 2020

We’ve all come across a situation where we’ve witnessed a pregnant friend, loved one, or even a complete stranger indulging in a glass of wine during a “special occasion.” So, how much alcohol is OK during pregnancy? Can drinking alcohol harm an unborn child? In this article, we break down everything you need to know about fetal alcohol syndrome and...

learn more

Freedom Infopack

The Dangers of Smoking Marijuana at a Young Age

Peer Pressure and Drugs: What Parents Need to Know

The Sad Truth About Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FASDs)

Request Information