In this section, you will find resources for supporting children. Examples:
Talking Points
National Association for Children of Addiction
Drug Prevention Tips
Sesame Street in Communities
Domestic Violence and Children
Books About Addiction for Children
Books About Incarceration for Children
Incarceration Resources
In the United States, about 1 in 8 children ages 17 or younger are living in households with at least one parent who has a substance use disorder.
(Lipari & Van Horn, 2017).
“Substance use disorders are a disease. Your parent is not a bad person. He/she has a disease. Parents may do things you don’t understand when they drink too much or use drugs, but this doesn’t mean that they don’t love you.”
“You are not the reason your parent drinks or uses drugs. You did not cause this disease. You cannot stop your parent’s drinking or drug use.”
“There are a lot of children in a similar situation. In fact, there are millions of children whose parents struggle with drugs or alcohol. Some are in your school. You are not alone.”
“Let’s think of people who you might talk with about your concerns. You don’t have to feel scared or ashamed or embarrassed. You can talk to your teacher, a close friend, or a trusted family member.”
(National Center on Substance Abuse and Child Welfare, n.d)
And get Past the Fear That Keeps Them From Speaking Up
Download PDFThis website houses drug prevention tips for concerned parents.
This is a fantastic resource to support children affected by addiction. Sesame Street offers videos, activities, printables, and articles to help explain addiction to children and support them in coping.
By: Michael Gordon
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By: Margaret M. Holmes
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By: Janet Sinberg and Dennis Daley
By: Jill Hastings and TyppoMarion
(8–12-year-olds)
By: Leslie Connor
By: Jacqueline Woodson
By: Pat Brisson
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