Substance misuse is not a new problem. Neither is being trapped in a cycle of a negative behavior(s) that have to be addressed in order to live a balanced and healthy life. Teens and young adults are no exception when it comes to battling addiction to substances or compulsive behaviors.
SMART provides teens and young adults the self-empowering, no shame, no blame support they need and deserve. The stigma around addiction and the fear of being judged as powerless and labeled as an addict, alcoholic, etc., often prevents young adults from seeking help.
Similarly, teens and young adults can feel overwhelmed at the thought of having to attend a recovery support group for “the rest of their life.” The fact that SMART supports participants attending only as long as it’s helpful is attractive. This means they can recover. |