FAMILIES IN NEED
Mental health or substance abuse issues of a family member impact the entire family. It is important for others in the family to realize that it is not their fault. There are a number of family therapy resources available. The best way to move past to be hopeful and have the determination to move past this crisis together as a family.
No one’s family is normal. Normalcy is a lie invented by advertising agencies to make the rest of us feel inferior -Calire LaZebnik
Assures teens with parents who abuse alcohol or drugs that, "It's not your fault!" and that they are not alone. Encourages teens to seek emotional support from other adults, school counselors, and youth support groups such as Alateen, and provides a resource list.
Provides information about alcohol and drug addiction to children whose parents or friends' parents might have substance abuse problems. Advises kids to take care of themselves by communicating about the problem and joining support groups such as Alateen.
Describes how alcohol and drug addiction affect the whole family. Explains how substance abuse treatment works, how family interventions can be a first step to recovery, and how to help children in families affected by alcohol abuse and drug abuse
Explores the role of family therapy in recovery from mental illness or substance abuse. Explains how family therapy sessions are run and who conducts them, describes a typical session, and provides information on its effectiveness in recovery.
