addictions

Stephanie Boyle tosses Oaklen, 2, onto a padded mat before getting her sons ready for daycare on Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2025 in Marysville, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

‘A full-circle moment’: A Marysville mother’s addiction journey

As featured in The Herald at the time, Stephanie Boyle left the rehab center in 2023. In February she’ll return, but not as a patient.

 

Cathi Lee holds a photo of her son, Corey, at the Lee family home Wednesday, August 30, 2023, in Everett, Washington. Lee has been involved in organizing local events for Overdose Awareness Day in the years since Corey’s death in 2015. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Yearly Snohomish County addiction vigil honors those lost to overdoses

The ninth annual “A Night To Remember, A Time To Act” will provide services and support to those affected by addiction.

 

We all make mistakes and despite our best efforts, sometimes teens still trip up on the path to adulthood. How can you be there to support your teen when mistakes happen?

Despite best efforts, some teens will still experiment. How can you help?

Navigating underage drug and alcohol use with your teen