Reimagining the Holidays: Joyful, Alcohol-Free, and Full of Connection
For many of us who grew up in families impacted by alcohol or substance use, the holidays were a time of tension, not celebration. The glow of lights often competed
During the Holiday Season, Don’t Forget About the Family
Holidays may be fun, exciting, and nostalgic, but they can also create a great deal of anxiety, financial strain, and overwhelmed schedules. Holiday traditions are important to families. They provide
SAD Prevention: Ease The Impact of Seasonal Affective Disorder
When changing clocks due to the Fall shift for daylight savings time, it is a great time to begin to think about seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and how to prevent
Language Matters: Supporting Families by Reducing Stigma
Here at NACoA, we pride ourselves on being the voice of children in need, and ensure that that voice is always free of stigmatizing language. Terms like addict, junkie, user,
Breaking the Unspoken Rules in Families Impacted by Substance Use Disorders
Dr. Claudia Black, a NACoA co-founder and pioneer in the field of family systems and the impact that addiction as on them, is internationally recognized for her guidance to understanding
Ways to Help Grandparents Raising Children Impacted by Addiction
As of 2022, over 2.6 million children in the US are raised by grandparents or other relatives. A significant number results from one parent struggling with addiction. As feature on
Connecting Families in Recovery: Breaking Silence for a Stronger Future
National Recovery Month is a powerful reminder that healing from the disease of addiction is not just an individual journey — it’s a collective one. When families come together in
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,
