Growing up in a home affected by a parent's substance use disorder can create lasting ripples throughout our lives. Many adult children of addiction/alcoholics (ACOAs) carry silent wounds—adverse childhood experiences
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
A Quarter of Children Have a Parent With Substance Use Disorder, a Study Finds By Rhitu Chatterjee, NPRPublished May 13, 2025 “Nearly 19 million children in the United States have
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
NACoA May 2025 Newsletter! Introducing NACoA’s New Healing Arts Guide:Creative Support for Children Impacted by Addiction and MentalHealth Challenges NACoA is proud to share a meaningful new resource made possible
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
This blog was prepared by Arch Wright LPC, CMHC, NARM, CSAT & NACoA CEO/President Denise Bertin-Epp RN, BScN, MSAGrowing up in a family impacted by substance use often means surviving
