The Ten Rules of Change
Our guest blogger is media personality and author Dennis Wholey. an author of five books including the New York Times bestseller The Courage to Change. Other titles include The Miracle
Finding Strength Together: Why Teens Impacted by Parental Addiction Should Consider Alateen
For many youth, growing up in families affected by alcohol or other substance use disorders, life can feel overwhelming, confusing, and lonely. You may love your parent deeply, but living
Keeping Children Safe When Parents Drive Impaired
Understanding the Issue: How Often Are Children at Risk? Impaired driving—whether due to alcohol or other drugs—remains a leading and tragically preventable cause of vehicle-related injury and death.• In 2023,
A Heartfelt Thank You to My Colleagues in the Field of Recovery
A Recovery Month tribute written by NACoA CEO/President Denise Bertin-Epp Over the years, I have had the privilege of witnessing and working together with extraordinary colleagues—people who have dedicated their
NACoA’s Parents Guide: Talking With Kids and Teens About Alcohol and Other Substances
NACoA’s Parents Guide: Talking to Kids and Teens About Alcohol and Other Substances provides guidance to help families have supportive, age-appropriate conversations with their children. With helpful recommendations and additional
Navigating Difficult Conversations: Talking to Kids About a Parent’s Journey to Recovery
Talking to kids or teens about a parent or grown-up going to treatment for a substance used disorder is undoubtedly a challenging conversation. And oftentimes it is overlooked entirely by
When Your Child Needs Prescription Opioids
Sometimes, when a child is in pain or recovering from injury or surgery, they may need prescription opioids. Discussing the situation thoroughly with the prescribing doctor - and sharing any
Navigating Excellence: Top 10 Resilience Coping Skills for ACOAs in the Workplace
Adults who grew up in families impacted by the disease of addiction or substance misuse develop coping mechanisms to navigate life's challenges. For ACOAs – adults who grew up in
New NACoA Tools for Educators Supporting Children Impacted by Parental Substance Use
Dear Educators, Faculty, School Volunteers, and Parents of School-Aged Kids & Teens,For years, NACoA has partnered with schools—providing insight, resources, and compassion-driven tools to support children impacted by parental substance
Consumer Alert: The Hidden Risks of Cannabis Retail on Teen Mental Health
As communities navigate the evolving landscape of cannabis legalization, emerging research underscores a pressing concern: the impact of cannabis retail availability on adolescent mental health. A recent study by Kaiser
