Resources. Education. Information. Literature.
Support Groups
Alcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous is an international fellowship of men and women who have had a drinking problem. It is nonprofessional, self-supporting, multiracial, apolitical, and available almost everywhere. There are no age or education requirements. Membership is open to anyone who wants to do something about his or her drinking problem.
General Information
National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Our mission is to advance science on the causes and consequences of drug use and addiction and to apply that knowledge to improve individual and public health.
This involves:
Strategically supporting and conducting basic and clinical research on drug use (including nicotine), its consequences, and the underlying neurobiological, behavioral, and social mechanisms involved.
Ensuring the effective translation, implementation, and dissemination of scientific research findings to improve the prevention and treatment of substance use disorders and enhance public awareness of addiction as a brain disorder.
Narcotics Anonymous
Narcotics Anonymous is a global, community-based organization with a multilingual and multicultural membership. NA was founded in 1953, and members hold nearly 67,000 meetings weekly in 139 countries today.
National Institute on Drug Abuse for Teens
Written specifically for a teen audience. Features include:
Drug Facts – scientific facts about drugs, including how they are used and by how many teens, how they affect the brain and body, and how many people die as a result of use. In addition, click on the tabs to see videos, games, infographics, blog posts, publications, and questions and answers from NIDA’s Chat Day with teens—all related to that specific drug.
NIDA also has available Drug Facts written for adults and Easy-to-Read Drug Facts, written for low literacy adults.Drugs & Health Blog – posts bring a scientific perspective to news reports about drugs and focus on how drug use can impact the everyday lives and health of teens. From the risks of second-hand marijuana smoke to the role of social media in decision making, posts connect teens with the latest drug use research and news.
Videos and Games – from videos that let you decide what the characters do next, to animations on why drugs are so hard to quit, to in-depth graphics on the human brain, NIDA videos have you covered.
Al-Anon
Al‑Anon is a mutual support program for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking. By sharing common experiences and applying the Al-Anon principles, families and friends of alcoholics can bring positive changes to their individual situations, whether or not the alcoholic admits the existence of a drinking problem or seeks help.
American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM)
ASAM, founded in 1954, is a professional medical society representing over 6,000 physicians, clinicians and associated professionals in the field of addiction medicine. ASAM is dedicated to increasing access and improving the quality of addiction treatment, educating physicians and the public, supporting research and prevention, and promoting the appropriate role of physicians in the care of patients with addiction.
Treatment
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminitration
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities.
FindTreatment.gov
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities.
www.impactrecoverycenter.net
Besides unparalleled 12 step immersion, we do offer more! We have a strong focus on diet, exercise and mindfulness. We offer daily instructor led workouts along with bi weekly yoga. Our life skills workshops include financial literacy, goal setting, vision work, resume building and much more. Family workshops occur on site once a month. Our alumni events are also all on site. The grounds at Impact include a gym, basketball/ pickleball court, frisbee golf course, driving range, softball field and nature trails.
Literature
Beyond Addiction: How Science and Kindness Help People Change
A Guide for Families by Jeffrey Foote, Carrie Wilkens, Nicole Kosanke
Description: This explains substance use, addiction and the science of how people change using progressive and accessible language. It also helps families to navigate the ever changing "treatment system" which is daunting for most families.
Inside Rehab
by Anne M. Fletcher
This book goes deeper into the shortcomings of the treatment system, questions to ask and ways to avoid being exploited by unscrupulous providers.
The 20 Minute Guide
The Center for Motivation and Change
Provides a quick guide to a spouse or parent on how to provide support and find help.
Get Your Loved One Sober: Alternatives to Nagging, Pleading, and Threatening
by Robert J Meyers, PhD, Brenda L Wolfe
This book provides evidence based strategies to improve the relationship and interactions with the individual who is drinking and taking drugs
Codependent No More: How to Stop Controlling Others and Start Caring for Yourself
by Melody Beattie
This is a classic with which most in the field are familiar. It focuses more on self care for the individual family member and how to set stronger emotional and physical boundaries.