What Is Substance Abuse Treatment? A Booklet for
Families
Created for family members of people with alcohol abuse or drug abuse problems. Answers questions about substance abuse, its symptoms, different types of treatment, and recovery. Addresses concerns
of children of parents with substance use/abuse problems.
Alcohol and Drug Addiction Happens in the Best of
Families
Describes how alcohol and drug addiction affect the whole family. Explains how substance abuse treatment works, how family interventions can be a first step to recovery, and how to help children in
families affected by alcohol abuse and drug abuse.
It's Not Your Fault (NACoA)
Assures teens with parents who abuse alcohol or drugs that, "It's not your fault!" and that they are not alone. Encourages teens to seek emotional support from other adults, school counselors, and
youth support groups such as Alateen, and provides a resource list.
It Feels So Bad: It Doesn't Have To
Provides information about alcohol and drug addiction to children whose parents or friends' parents might have substance abuse problems. Advises kids to take care of themselves by communicating about
the problem and joining support groups such as Alateen.
Family Therapy Can Help: For
People in Recovery From Mental Illness or Addiction
Explores the role of family therapy in recovery from mental illness or substance abuse. Explains how family therapy sessions are run and who conducts them, describes a typical session, and provides
information on its effectiveness in recovery.