Mutual support: Family and Friend Focused

Al-Anon Family Group      www.al-anon.alateen.org

Because I Love You (BILY)

Nonprofit support group for parents whose children (of all ages) have behavioral problems, included alcohol and/or drug use.

www.bily.org

 

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)

A patient-directed organization focused on individuals with depressions and bipolar disorders and their families.

www.dbsalliance.org

 

Families Anonymous (FA)

A resource for relatives and friends concerned about the use of drugs or related behavioral problems.

www.familiesanonymous.org

 

Grief Recovery After A Substance Passing (GRASP)

Founded by parents who lost their child to addiction.

www.grasphelp.org

 

Nar-Anon Family Group

A 12-Step program for relatives and friends who are concerned about the addiction or drug problem of another.

www.nar-anon.org

 

Smart Recovery

A scientific-based secular alternative to 12 step.  Our program is based on tools of Smart Recovery and CRAFT family training.

www.smartrecovery.org

The Addict’s Mom

A group focusing on the mothers of addicted children.

www.addictsmom.com

 SIX STEPS: TALKING TO TEENS ABOUT ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUGS

STEP 1: “I CARE”

(I care about you)

STEP 2: “ I SEE”

(I see that you are struggling in school)

STEP 3:  “I FEEL”

(I feel worried that something is going on that you are not telling me)

STEP 4: “I LISTEN”

(I am here to listen)

STEP 5: “I WANT”

(I want you to know, I am here anytime you need me)

STEP 6: “I WILL”

(I will do anything I can to support you)

Remember, the best time to talk with someone who you are concerned about is when:

  • you feel comfortable and private

  • you’re likely not to be disturbed

  • you have time to talk things through

  • when neither of you have been drinking or doing drugs

online resources:

Talking to Teens About Drugs and Alcohol: A Guide for Parents

TALKING TO CHILDREN AND TEENS ABOUT DRUGS & ALCOHOL