Family-Centered Interventions for Substance Abuse in Hispanic Communities By: Shirley N. SparksRosemary Tisch & Mary Gardner Treatment programs geared toward Hispanic culture are extremely rare, and programs involving the entire
A Family-Centered Approach as Prevention for Substance Abuse Counselor Magazine 2016 For centuries we have known the impact of alcoholism and drug addiction on children and families. Today parental substance
Family Skills Training Programs for Family Drug Court By: Rosemary TischShirley N. Sparks The societal burden of child abuse is exorbitant and it is of vital importance to find effective
COA Support Groups By: Claudia Black Emily, age 10, and her sister, Frances, age 7, have been in a weekly COA (children of addiction) group together. Their father has continued
When school lets out for summer, many children look forward to vacation, pool days, and carefree play. But for children living in families impacted by a parent’s substance use disorder
At NACoA, we are deeply grateful for the law enforcement officers across the country who are stepping up in powerful ways—officers who are choosing to become not just protectors, but
Faith communities have long been a cornerstone of support for individuals and families during times of crisis. They offer spaces for reflection, connection, and healing. Today, these communities have an
When we think of interventions, we often picture the moment when the person with the substance use disorder (SUD) is lovingly but firmly asked to accept help. And while that
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
