It is crucial to prioritize supporting children during the holidays when one or more parents are suffering from addiction. The holiday season can be especially challenging for families affected by substance use disorders, as it can exacerbate feelings of loneliness, anxiety, and sadness. By providing a safe and nurturing environment,
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Shared by United Resource Connection November 25, 2025
The National Association for Children of Addiction produces a booklet called “Tools for Kids” to support healthy development of children impacted by addiction in their family. The 2024 version of the booklet provides children with important information about addiction, how addiction impacts kids, what kids can do, and how children
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Shared by United Resource Connection August 25, 2025
For children and young adults of families impacted by addiction, the holidays, substance misuse, and its related stresses may bring on a great deal of additional fear and isolation. Here are some resources and guidance that can be used to help them through the season. The National Association for Children
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Shared by United Resource Connection December 11, 2024
It is crucial to prioritize supporting children during the holidays when one or more parents are suffering from addiction. The holiday season can be especially challenging for families affected by substance use disorders, as it can exacerbate feelings of loneliness, anxiety, and sadness. By providing a safe and nurturing environment,
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Shared by United Resource Connection November 27, 2024
The National Association for Children of Addiction produces a booklet called “Tools for Kids” to support healthy development of children impacted by addiction in their family. The 2024 version of the booklet provides children with important information about addiction, how addiction impacts kids, what kids can do, and how children
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Shared by United Resource Connection September 12, 2024
The National Institute on Drug Abuse produces educational materials about drug abuse and addiction, as well as screening tools that can be used by clinicians. These materials are freely available in .pdf format and can be downloaded for use in drug treatment settings. The .pdfs are available in English and
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Shared by United Resource Connection August 10, 2024
The National Association for Children of Addiction is hosting a monthly Online Education and Discussion Group. The monthly meetings are ideally suited for adult children who have been impacted by addiction, looking for education and support through an online facilitated group. Each meeting features an expert presenting on important topics
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Shared by Support Team July 23, 2024
The National Association for Children of Addiction is hosting a monthly online educational series for adults impacted by parental addiction. This online facilitated group features an expert presenting on important topics facing adults nurturing their own resilience, followed by an opportunity for attendees to speak freely. All meetings are held
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Shared by United Resource Connection May 24, 2024
For children and young adults of families impacted by addiction, the holidays, substance misuse, and its related stresses may bring on a great deal of additional fear and isolation. Here are some resources and guidance that can be used to help them through the season. The National Association for Children
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Shared by United Resource Connection December 20, 2023
The National Association for Children of Addiction produces a booklet called “Tools for Kids” to support healthy development of children impacted by addiction in their family. The 2023 version of the booklet provides children with important information about addiction, how addiction impacts kids, what kids can do, and how children
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