Children affected by familial substance use can feel alone, confused and responsible for what is happening around them.
We give to remember the children.
Nearly 19 million children are impacted by familial substance use. This September, help make sure they are seen, heard, and supported.
National Association for Children of Addiction
Support for Children and Families Affected by Addiction
Children affected by familial substance use can feel alone, confused and responsible for what is happening around them.
They may not have the words to explain what they are experiencing, and the adults around them may not know how to recognize the signs or begin the conversation.- Children may blame themselves
- Trusted adults may miss the signs
- Families may not know where to turn
You Do Not Have to Figure This Out Alone
NACoA helps children and families understand what they are experiencing, equips trusted adults to respond with confidence, and provides proven programs organizations can put into practice.Practical Tools
Resources and training that help professionals recognize the signs and respond with confidence.Proven Programs
Evidence-based programs organizations can use to support children and families.- Children may blame themselves
- Trusted adults may miss the signs
- Families may not know where to turn
