The Changing Approach to Addiction — From Incarceration to Treatment and Recovery Support By John F. Kelly, Ph.D.,1 Nora D. Volkow, M.D.,2 and Howard K. Koh, M.D., M.P.H.3Published February 27,
An important part of helping families be aware of the impact of alcohol on their lives is to talk about it. Start early and talk often! This is even more
Prom, graduation, and end-of-year milestones are moments of joy, pride, and celebration. They are rites of passage—symbols of hard work, resilience, and all the promise the future holds.But in the
As the nation continues to battle the deadly effects of the opioid crisis, a quieter but equally alarming trend is emerging — children are increasingly becoming victims of fentanyl exposure.Newly
When someone we love struggles with alcohol use disorder or other substance use disorders (SUD), it can feel like we are caught in a storm—uncertain, overwhelmed, and alone. But the
The opioid crisis has left lasting impacts on families and communities across the U.S. In response, national opioid settlements have provided billions of dollars in funding to states and local
NACoA March 2025 Newsletter! Celebrating Families! 2025 Edition to be Released in April NACoA is pleased to announce our significant programmatic update for the Celebrating Families! curriculum. Following the successful
As we observe Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM) this March 2025, it's crucial to shed light on the escalating issue of problem gambling, especially among individuals from families predisposed to
Early Adversity’s Rippling EffectsAdverse Childhood Experiences in Firstborns & Mental Health Risk & Health-Care Use In Siblings: A Population-Based Birth Cohort Study Of Half A Million Children in England The
Much Appreciation for COA Week 2025! NACoA is so grateful to everyone who cares about kids and teens who are impacted by the disease of addiction and are helping to
