LIVING WITH ADDICTION: A FAMILY DISEASE

Topic

Family Issues; Substance Abuse

Program Summary

Shows teens living under the terrible strain of a family member’s addiction the strategies they can rely upon to help them cope. Dramas illustrate the truths that teens don’t cause, can’t control, and can’t cure a family member’s addiction.

GUIDE INCLUDED

Length

23 min.

Recommended Age

Grades 7 - 12

Publication Date

2002

Teen Reviewer Comments Tells how to do something about an alcoholic or drug addict and that it's not your fault they drink or use drugs.

Risk Factors Addressed

Family conflict; family involvement in the problem behavior.

Protective Factors Addressed

Healthy beliefs and clear standards; cognitive and social skills for successful involvement; family attachment.

Library Location

Pawling

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