Addiction & Substance Use
addiction: “a state of psychological or physical dependence (or both) on the use of alcohol or other drugs. The term is often used as an equivalent term for substance dependence and sometimes applied to behavioral disorders, such as sexual, Internet, and gambling addictions.”
codependency: “a dysfunctional relationship pattern in which an individual is psychologically dependent on (or controlled by) a person who has a pathological addiction (e.g., alcohol, gambling)”
Resources & Other Organizations
American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) Criteria
From their website: “The ASAM Criteria is the most widely used and comprehensive set of standards for placement, continued service, and transfer of patients with addiction and co-occurring conditions.”
Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDA)
CoDA is a support program for those recovering from codependence.
National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA): Screening Tools
The NIDA website offers a list of substance abuse screening tools. Visit the link to learn more.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
From their website: “SAMHSA is committed to improving prevention, treatment, and recovery support services for mental and substance use disorders. The Evidence-Based Practices Resource Center provides communities, clinicians, policy-makers and others with the information and tools to incorporate evidence-based practices into their communities or clinical settings.”
For Family Members of Addicts
Al Anon
From their website: “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.”
FAUNA Resources
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The Bunny and the Hole - Addiction Story
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Conflicts & Responses
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Decision Making Chart
