substance use disorder (SUD)

Implementing a Family-Centered Approach in Outpatient Treatment

Introduction Parents seeking outpatient treatment for Substance use disorders (SUD) often face unique barriers that can hinder their access to services, contribute to missed appointments, and affect their ability to engage in services long term. Common obstacles include a lack … Read More

Improving Early Childhood Outcomes and Systems for Families Affected by Parental Substance Use

Substance Use Disorders, and Co-Occurring Mental Health Disorders Helps build capacity for child welfare, substance use disorder (SUD) and mental health treatment, and early childhood service providers—as well as other family-serving agencies. The series is for agency leaders seeking to … Read More

Preventing Substance Use Among Young Adults With Disabilities

In 2021, approximately 3.2 million or about 6.8 percent of people between the ages of 14 and 24 were living with a physical or mental disability. Although data on young people with disabilities are limited, recent evidence highlights the increased … Read More

Pain in the Nation: The Epidemics of Alcohol, Drug, and Suicide Deaths 2024.

Special Feature: Polysubstance Use and Emerging Drug Overdose Trends. Introduction Over the past two decades, deaths from alcohol, drugs, and suicide in the United States have all increased alarmingly. This critical public health issue intertwines with several other concerning trends: … Read More

Capacity Building Center for Tribes Prevention Brief

Introduction Prevention-centered practices are rooted in the belief that a child’s connection to their family and tribal communities keeps the community whole. Honoring our stories, Indigenous ways of knowing, and belief systems when developing prevention practices can help programs increase … Read More