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Engaging youth in conversation about drugs and alcohol
Start a conversation using answers to teens’ 10 frequently asked questions about drugs and health.
Take the National Drug & Alcohol IQ Challenge. Test students’ knowledge about drugs and alcohol with this short, interactive quiz. Take the Kahoot! quiz with a class or encourage youth to play individually.
Programs, Services and Treatment for Children and Teens
Al-Anon/Alateen Whether the alcoholic is still drinking or not, Al-Anon offers hope and recovery to all people affected by the alcoholism of a loved one or friend. support for friends and families.
The Caron Foundation Nonprofit treatment facility in Wernersville, PA which provides an enlightened, caring treatment community in which all those affected by the disease of addiction may begin a new life.
Hazelden Foundation A nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people recover from alcoholism and other drug addiction. Provides residential and outpatient treatment for adults and young people, programs for families affected by chemical dependency, and training for a variety of professionals. Also premier publisher of information on this subject and related areas.
Programs, Services and Treatment for Adults
Addiction Rcovery Services, Care Plus New Jersey
Adult Children of Alcoholics A Twelve Step program for women and men who grew up in alcoholic or otherwise dysfunctional homes who meet to find freedom from the past and ways to improve today.
Alcohólicos Anónimos Alcoholics Anonymous' outreach and support for speakers of Spanish. An international fellowship of men and women who have had a drinking problem; it is nonprofessional, self-supporting, nondenominational, multiracial, apolitical, self-help group open to anyone who wants to do something about their drinking problem.
Alcoholics Anonymous An international fellowship of men and women who have had a drinking problem; it is nonprofessional, self-supporting, nondenominational, multiracial, apolitical, self-help group open to anyone who wants to do something about their drinking problem.
Alina Lodge A long term, residential rehabilitation center for chemically addicted men and women, 18 years of age or older. Located on 34 rural acres in Hardwick Township, Warren County, NJ.
The Caron Foundation Nonprofit treatment facility in Wernersville, PA which provides an enlightened, caring treatment community in which all those affected by the disease of addiction may begin a new life.
Cocaine Anonymous A fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other so that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from their addiction; the primary purpose is to stay free from cocaine and all other mind-altering substances, and to help others achieve the same freedom.
Dual Recovery Anonymous An independent, twelve-step, self-help organization for people with a dual diagnosis of chemically dependence and an emotional or psychiatric illness. Addresses how both illnesses affect all areas of life.
A nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people recover from alcoholism and other drug addiction. Provides residential and outpatient treatment for adults and young people, programs for families affected by chemical dependency, and training for a variety of professionals. Also premier publisher of information on this subject and related areas.
Jewish Alcoholics, Chemically Dependent Persons and Significant Others
A voluntary mutual-help group for Jews in recovery from Alcohol and other chemical abuse. Through JACS, recovering Jews and their families connect with one another, explore their Jewish roots, and discover resources within Judaism to enhance their recovery.
Narcotics Anonymous (NA)
An international, community-based association of recovering drug addicts.
Nar-Anon is a twelve-step program designed to help relatives and friends of addicts recover from the effects of living with an addicted relative or friend.
National Association for Children of Alcoholics (NACoA)
A national, nonprofit membership organization working on behalf of children of alcohol and drug dependent parents. Advocates for all children and families affected by alcoholism and other drug dependencies.
National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP)
Dedicated to promoting, assisting and enhancing the delivery of ethical, effective, research-based treatment for alcoholism and other drug addictions.
National Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors
Global organization of addiction focused professionals who enhance the health and recovery of individuals, families and communities and empowers addiction focused professionals to achieve excellence through education, advocacy, knowledge, standards of practice, ethics, professional development and research.
National Association of Lesbian and Gay Addiction Professionals
A membership organization dedicated to the prevention and treatment of alcoholism, substance abuse, and other addictions in lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender communities.
NJ Project Medicine Drop (drop box locations)
Nonprofit organization which connects all Oxford Houses and allocates resources to duplicate the Oxford House concept where need arises. The concept describes a democratically run, self-supporting and drug free group home.
Nonprofit organization devoted to the treatment and prevention of substance abuse; treats nearly 5,400 adults and adolescents each day at more than 80 programs in eight states.
Information and Education
Above the Influence is an advertising campaign of the National Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign conducted by the Office of National Drug Control Policy in the United States that includes broad messaging to focus on substances most abused by teens, and delivers both broad prevention messaging at the national level and more targeted efforts at the local community level.
Alcohol Cost Calculator for Kids
A simple, online tool that does the number crunching necessary to make data from the National Household Survey on Drug Use and Health more meaningful at the local level. Allows child, health and safety advocates estimate how many young people living within their own communities need treatment for serious alcohol problems.
Alcohol-Free Pregnancy New Jersey
Alcohol-Free Pregnancy New Jersey was designed as a resource site to educate the public about the dangers of drinking alcohol during pregnancy. You can find information about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders and tips on how to have a healthy alcohol-free pregnancy
TheAntiDrug.com was created by the National Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign to equip parents and other adult caregivers with the tools they need to raise drug-free kids. Working with the nation's leading experts in the fields of parenting and substance abuse prevention, TheAntiDrug.com serves as a drug prevention information center, and a supportive community for parents to interact and learn from each other.
Center for Alcohol and Addiction Studies at Brown University
Promotes the identification, prevention, and effective treatment of alcohol and other drug use problems in our society through research, education, training and policy advocacy.
The Center for Alcohol and Drug Resources (CAFS)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
The lead federal agency for protecting the health and safety of people; promotes health through strong partnerships; serves as the national focus for developing and applying disease prevention and control, environmental health, and health promotion and education activities.
Center for Substance Abuse Research
A University of Maryland research center which collects, analyzes and disseminates information on the nature and extent of substance abuse and related problems in Maryland and nationally. Conducts policy-relevant research on specific initiatives to prevent, treat, and control substance abuse.
Center for Substance Abuse Treatment
CSAT, under the auspices of Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration in the US Department of Health and Human Services, is Congressionally mandated to expand the availability of effective treatment and recovery services for alcohol and drug problems.
The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism provides strategies and solutions to prevent the harmful consequences of college drinking, based on research.
Promotes more effective approaches to the nation's drug problems and supports private and public efforts to reduce the demand for drugs through prevention, education, treatment, law enforcement and community initiatives.
A national resource for communities fighting substance abuse and gun violence. A project of the Boston University School of Public Health.
Leadership to Keep Children Alcohol Free
National campaign to prevent substance use by children 9-15, spearheaded by 32 Governors’ spouses and three emeritus spouses; provides current research, statistics and breaking news pertaining to substance use by children, as well as State-specific information; offers a wide array of resources to parents, community leaders, researchers, extensive links to underage drinking prevention resources. Available in English and Spanish.
Creates an environment that helps individuals make healthy choices and requires responsible action from government and business; collaborating with the World Health Organization and other groups to build the world's only database on alcohol use, problems, and policies worldwide.
National Association for Children Of Alcoholics (NACoA)
A national, nonprofit membership organization working on behalf of children of alcohol and drug dependent parents. Advocates for all children and families affected by alcoholism and other drug dependencies.
A network of parents who care about their kids and want to keep them safe from drugs.
National Inhalant Prevention Coalition
A public-private effort to promote awareness and recognition of the under publicized problem of inhalant use. Serves as an inhalant referral and information clearinghouse.
National Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
A nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating birth defects caused by alcohol consumption during pregnancy and improving the quality of life for those individuals and families affected by Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and Fetal Alcohol Effect.
Nonprofit organization dedicated to helping women make informed decisions about their health, encourages women to embrace healthy lifestyles to promote wellness and prevent disease. National clearinghouse for women’s health information.
Deters impaired driving and teen binge drinking; advocates for victims and tough laws; acts as watchdogs for law enforcement and adjudication in the courts; educates the public about the impact of abusive alcohol use.
Safe & Drug Free Schools Program
The federal government's primary vehicle for reducing drug, alcohol and tobacco use, and violence, through education and prevention activities in our nation's schools.
SAMHSA Underage Drinking Prevention Campaign
SAMHSA's underage drinking prevention PSA campaign helps parents and caregivers start talking to their children early—as early as nine years old—about the dangers of alcohol.
Students Against Destructive Decisions
Provide students with the best prevention and intervention tools possible to deal with the issues of underage drinking, drunk driving, drug abuse and other destructive decisions.
Substance Abuse Librarians and Information Specialists (SALIS)
An international association of individuals and organizations with special interests in the exchange and dissemination of alcohol, tobacco, and other drug information.
A nonprofit organization dedicated to helping women overcome alcoholism and other addictions.
Government, Policy and Legal Resources
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms
Agency that enforces the federal laws and regulations relating to alcohol and tobacco products. Under U.S. Department of the Treasury.
Governor's Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse
State of New Jersey Governor's COuncil on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse: Leading the Way for Healthy and Safe Cmmmunities
The only law and policy organization in the US that fights discrimination against people with histories of addiction, AIDS, and criminal records and advocates for sound public policies in these areas. Provides legal services including impact litigation, policy advocacy and research, training, technical assistance and education.
Monitoring the Future Study: A Continuing Study of American Youth
An ongoing study of the behaviors, attitudes, and values of American secondary school students, college students, and young adults.
National volunteer organization, with commuity chapters throughout the US, whose goal is to stop drunk driving, support the victims of this violent crime and prevent underage drinking.
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism
Part of the National Institues of Health, supports and conducts biomedical and behavioral research on the causes, consequences, treatment, and prevention of alcoholism and alcohol-related problems.
National Institute on Drug Abuse
Part of the National Institues of Health, leads the nation in bringing the power of science to bear on drug abuse and addiction.
Partnership for a Drug-Free America
Nonprofit coalition of professionals from the communications industry whose mission is to reduce demand for illegal drugs in America through a national anti-drug advertising campaign and other forms of media communication.
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