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Learn more Work with us If you work in prevention, treatment, healthcare, government or your community, can be a partner in making quality care available for families. Learn more Learn more about the disease of addiction For parents & caregivers From tips on preventing substance use to guidance on managing recovery from addiction, here at Partnership to Addiction we have the information and resources you need at every step of the way. Get support now How can we help? Is teen substance use "normal?" I think my child is using drugs, but don’t know what to do about it. I need to get my child into treatment. How can I help my child change their behavior? I’m stressed and exhausted, and don’t think I can handle this. Latest News & Resources wildpixel/Getty Images 2024-05-02 Bipolar Disorder and Substance Use Bipolar disorder is a complex mental health condition marked by extreme mood swings. Integrated treatment addressing both bipolar and substance use is key to helping loved one cope with the challenges of these disorders. Learn more AntonioGuillem/Getty Images 2024-05-02 Panic Attacks and Substance Use The link between panic attacks and substance use is complex and often co-occur as part of other mental health conditions. By providing consistent support and encouragement, you can play a vital role in your loved one’s journey toward recovery. Learn more KatarzynaBialasiewicz/Getty Images 2024-04-05 Trauma and Addiction Trauma can feel like a powerful wind, and can leave a person feeling broken and lost. When someone is hurting like that, it’s not uncommon to turn to anything that can make the pain go away, even for just a little while. That’s where substances come in. Learn more studiocasper/GettyImages 2024-03-18 Nitazenes Nitazenes are powerful lab-made opioids, such as metonitazene and isotonitazene, with no approved medical use. They are potentially 40 times stronger than fentanyl and are difficult to detect through standard drug tests or testing strips. ljubaphoto/Getty Images 2024-02-12 Talking about Harm Reduction When we talk about harm reduction, we are not asking our loved ones to use substances less or to stop altogether; rather, we want them to be safe. Having these conversations can be difficult, but communication strategies like the Information Sandwich can help. Learn more 2024-01-30 Tianeptine The FDA and many state health agencies are raising the alarm about tianeptine, also called gas station heroin." It is illegally marketed in smoke shops, convenience stores, gas stations and online as a dietary supplement, research chemical or brain enhancer. Some of the more common brand names include ZaZa, Pegasus, Neptune’s Fix and Tianna Red. May 14, 2024 Bipolar Disorder and Substance Use Bipolar disorder is a complex mental health condition marked by extreme mood swings. Integrated treatment addressing both bipolar and substance use is key to helping loved one cope with the challenges of these disorders. Learn more May 14, 2024 Panic Attacks and Substance Use The link between panic attacks and substance use is complex and often co-occur as part of other mental health conditions. By providing consistent support and encouragement, you can play a vital role in your loved one’s journey toward recovery. Learn more May 14, 2024 Trauma and Addiction Trauma can feel like a powerful wind, and can leave a person feeling broken and lost. When someone is hurting like that, it’s not uncommon to turn to anything that can make the pain go away, even for just a little while. That’s where substances come in. Learn more May 14, 2024 Nitazenes Nitazenes are powerful lab-made opioids, such as metonitazene and isotonitazene, with no approved medical use. They are potentially 40 times stronger than fentanyl and are difficult to detect through standard drug tests or testing strips. Learn more May 14, 2024 Talking about Harm Reduction When we talk about harm reduction, we are not asking our loved ones to use substances less or to stop altogether; rather, we want them to be safe. Having these conversations can be difficult, but communication strategies like the Information Sandwich can help. Learn more May 14, 2024 Tianeptine The FDA and many state health agencies are raising the alarm about tianeptine, also called gas station heroin." It is illegally marketed in smoke shops, convenience stores, gas stations and online as a dietary supplement, research chemical or brain enhancer. Some of the more common brand names include ZaZa, Pegasus, Neptune’s Fix and Tianna Red. Learn more With fentanyl, my son had no chance. Gone are the days that our children can easily battle an addiction or a temporary draw to substances to ease depression or anxiety. These are no longer normal” times. Fentanyl has changed the game and kids are unknowingly being poisoned. Erin Rachwal Explore more stories like Erin’s | Help Us Change the Story of Addiction Stronger together Solving the addiction crisis requires action from our nation’s families, the government and our health care system. Together, we’re creating a unified voice to more effectively prevent substance use and treat addiction. Actionable policy recommendations Working with all types of partners Empowering families to take part Rooted in research & compassion At the heart of our resources and services for families is critical expertise in all aspects of addiction research, including data science, program implementation and evaluation, and policy analysis. 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