An E-Book on Medication Assisted Treatment for Parents and Caregivers of Teens Using Opioids
An E-Book on Medication Assisted Treatment for Parents and Caregivers of Teens Addicted to Opioids. [Partnership for Drug-Free Kids]
How to use Methadone Safely
This brochure describes the use of methadone in medication-assisted treatment of addiction to heroin and other opioids, including narcotic pain medicines. Describes how to use methadone safely, the dangers of methadone overdose, and life-threatening methadone side effects. [SAMHSA]
Intervention e-Book: What to do if your child is drinking or using drugs
Intervention information on what to do if your child is drinking or using drugs.
Teens in Early Recovery: 10 Common Triggers for Relapse
Web article on common triggers and how teens and their families can help prevent relapse. [CRC Health]
Treating opiate addiction, Part I: Detoxification and maintenance
Web article on treating opiate addiction. (part 1 of 2). [Harvard Health Publications]
Treating opiate addiction, Part II: Alternatives to Maintenance
Web article on treating opiate addiction. (part 2 of 2). [Harvard Health Publications]
Treatment e-Book: How to Find the Right Help for Your Child with an Alcohol or Drug Problem
Treatment e-Book: How to Find the Right Help for Your Child with an Alcohol or Drug Problem
World's Largest Recovery Social Network
Whether you are in Recovery, seeking immediate help, a family member, friend or ally, register for InTheRooms Free access to Daily Meditations, Speaker Tapes, and over 100 LIVE, ONLINE, Recovery Support Video Meetings for AA, NA, Eating Disorders and more. [In The Rooms]
Fact sheets, resources, e-books for parents of youth
A variety of resources for parents of youth who are using drugs or alcohol [Partnership for Drug-Free Kids]
HarmReduction.org
Resources targeted at people who work in community organizations and communities. Focused on needle exchange. [Harm Reduction Coalition]
Prescription Drug Addiction - Top 18 Facts for You and Your Family
Slideshow of facts about the prescription drug abuse epidemic in the U.S., and commonly abused medications. [Drugs.com]
Stop Stigma Now Website
Stop Stigma Now wants to eradicate the stigma around medically assisted treatment of opioid addiction. They want everyone taking methadone
(UUID(),or similar medications) and their family members to feel proud of what they have accomplished in finding the strength and courage to overcome an addiction to opiates. [National Alliance for Medication Assisted Recovery]
The Dangers of Quitting Opiates Cold Turkey
Web article on opiate addiction, withdrawal, and the need for treatment. [TeenDrugAbuse.com]
The Double Demons of Depression and Addiction
An article about the commonly co-occurring problems of depression and addiction. [Foundations Recovery Network]