About 1 in 8 children (8.7 million) aged 17 or younger lived in households with at least one parent who had a past year substance use disorder (SUD), according to a report by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). SUDs are characterized by recurrent use of alcohol or other drugs (or both) that results in significant impairment.

When a loved one or friend is experiencing a problem with alcohol use, it can also take a toll on your emotional, mental and physical health. For additional information and tools that can help, check out the following links to advocacy groups, education, local family groups and more.

Whether you want more information about alcohol use, would like to connect to a treatment professional or just want to talk to someone, we’re here for you. Call us, text us or chat with us online.

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How to talk to your teen about alcohol

Talk to your child about the risks and harms associated with drinking alcohol. Use our ideas to help you start the conversation with your child about drinking.

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