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Addiction

​NCADD - National Council on Alcohol and Drug Dependence, Inc.
  • "Addiction is a family disease that stresses the family to the breaking point, impacts the stability of the home, the family's unity, mental health, physical health, finances, and overall family ​dynamics."
  • "Without help, active addiction can totally disrupt family life and cause harmful effects that can last a lifetime."

​Find helpful links for families and friends of addicts here. 

One Family’s Battle with Addiction

How one woman never lost faith despite her husband and children’s descent into drugs and alcohol. (Guideposts.org)
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Dr's Perspective-Opioid Addiction

A physician discusses the function of opioids, how the increase in their use came about and how physical dependence on, and addiction to, these painkillers can be overcome. (Guideposts.org)

Power of Faith, Hope and Prayer​

September is National Recovery Month. Learn what Guideposts is doing in this war against addiction. (Guideposts.org)
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3 Ways to Pray for Recovery

Recovery is a chance to reset the dial. To re-embrace hope and change for both you and your loved one. (Guideposts.org)

Support Systems

Addiction Resource  

Substance Abuse Resources: All the help you need to beat addiction. If you or a loved one is struggling with a drug or alcohol addiction, you can rely on us to guide you to the best rehabilitation and treatment resources. Call now to get the care you need to overcome substance abuse at a price you can afford.

Rehab Resources

Changing lives through addiction care & education. The mission is to equip patients and families with the best information, resources and tools to overcome addiction and pursue lifelong recovery. We are here to help you or your loved one every step of the way.

SAMHSA

National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357), (also known as the Treatment Referral Routing Service) or TTY: 1-800-487-4889 is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. Callers can also order free publications and other information.

More Resources for Families and Friends

  • Create in Me a Clean Heart: A Pastoral Response to Pornography (USCCB)​

  • Home
    • About this Project
    • New
  • Faith Practice
    • Learning the Faith
    • Prayers & Praying >
      • Traditional Catholic Prayers
      • Praying
      • Prayers During the Pandemic
    • Reading the Bible
    • Catholic Social Teachings >
      • Life and Dignity of the Human Person
      • Call to Family, Community, and Participation
      • Solidarity
      • Care for God's Creation
    • Celebrating Rituals & Milestones >
      • Celebrating Rituals
      • Celebrating Milestones
    • Sharing Faith/Forming Disciples/Discerning Gifts
    • Serving Others
  • Church Year
    • Mass/Sunday Worship & Lectionary Resources
    • Advent >
      • For Families
      • For Parishes/Schools
    • Christmas >
      • For Families
      • For Parishes/Schools
    • Ordinary Time >
      • August/September >
        • Breaking Open the Word - August/September - Cycle A
      • October/November >
        • Breaking Open the Word - October/November - Year A
    • LENT >
      • Lenten season resources
    • EASTER >
      • Easter Season Resources
    • Current Events >
      • Eucharistic Revival
      • Synod on Synodality
  • Sacraments
    • General
    • Sacraments of Initiation
    • Sacraments of Healing
    • Sacraments at the Service of Communion
  • Family
    • Parenting >
      • General
      • Young Children
      • Adolescents
      • Special Needs
      • Empty Nest
    • Partnering with Parents
    • Parent Faith Formation
    • Grandparents >
      • Grandparent resources
    • Meaningful and/or Difficult Conversations >
      • Addiction
      • Divorce
      • Death, Loss, Grief
      • Mental Health Issues
      • Transforming Hate into Love >
        • Racism
        • Combat Hate Conversations
      • Loving Relationships and Safe Environment >
        • Really Tough Topics
      • Violence, Tragedies, Disasters, and Pandemics
  • Media
    • Movie Reviews & Reviewer Resources
    • Programs on Streaming Services
    • Using Media and Technology
    • Videos for Faith Formation
  • Leadership
    • Learning New Approaches
    • Current Research, Resources, and Articles for Leaders
    • Webinars, Workshops, Conferences & More >
      • Archived Leadership Webinars, Workshops, & Conferences
    • On Church Documents Regarding Families
    • Presentation Tools & Tips for Leaders
    • Initiatives
  • Submit a Resource