Fr.
Ralph Pfau
(1904 - 1967)
was the founder of the NCCA. Through his dedication and commitment, many
Catholic priests, religious and laypersons found recovery and were restored
to the faith family, leading productive and hopeful lives.
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56TH EDITION OF NCCA'S 'BLUE BOOK' SERIES: featuring the proceedings of the
2006 NCCA National Conference in Savannah, Georgia. Highlights include:
'SLAYING THE DRAGON"- William White, MA, summarizes his important work on the history of addiction, treatment and recovery in America.
Also included are presentations by James Balmer, Director of Dawn Farm,the nationally recognized treatment center for young adults, "Recoverig With Water Colors by artist and counselor Robert Long, and a presentation by Al-Anon spokesperson Mary K, who makes a strong case for Al-Anon/Alateen in every community's
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Previous year's editions also available.
"Alcoholism - The most misunderstood affliction in the world." - Bishop John G. Bennett
Welcome back! The NCCA is a membership organization affiliated with the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. Cardinal Anthony Bevilacqua is Episcopal Moderator. The NCCA is the only organization in the Roman Catholic Church focused exclusively on the awareness, prevention and treatment of alcohol and related drug problems. The NCCA seeks active cooperation with all persons concerned about these issues. The NCCA does not offer individual counseling or treatment. Your membership and support is welcome.
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Information / Articles of Interest
"Sense of Self" linked to drug/alcohol use
Teens' self concept influences whether they drink or use other drugs, says a report released March 2 by SADD and Liberty Mutual Group.
Cardinal Bevilacqua speaks to Catholic young people about alcohol and drugs
The next time someone asks you to have "just one" -- remember "just one" thing: who you are. You are a child of God. From NCCA's Hope Journal I.
Catholic Young Person: You the One!
Father George Clements talks to Catholic young people about his friend, Jamal. From NCCA's Hope Journal II.
Young Catholics: Stay close to God
Bishop Carl Mengeling of Lansing, Michigan, confirms what you already know in your heart: If you stay close to God in prayer and the sacraments you'll stay away from drugs and alcohol. From NCCA's Hope Journal III
President Bush says anti-drug efforts working
Program focuses on decreasing demand, interdiction of supplies and treatment. The President's radio address for Feb. 27, 2004.
Administration anti-drug official on interactive forum
Transcript of questions and answers with John P. Walters, Director of Office of National Drug Control Policy.
Addicted Catholics are finding help in 12 steps
"Recovering Grace" -- a feature article by Heidi Schlumpf in the November 2003 edition of US Catholic.
Items from Pride Survey on teen drug use
Survey of sixth through 12th-grade students who volunteered to participate. See www.pridesurveys.com
Stress, boredom, money put teens at risk
The risk that teens will smoke, drink, get drunk and use illegal drugs increases sharply if they are highly stressed, frequently bored or have substantial amounts of spending money, according to The National Survey of American Attitudes on Substance Abuse VIII: Teens and Parents, an annual back-to-school survey conducted by The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse (CASA*) at Columbia University. The CASA Newsroom.
Newsroom of the US Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Regular updates from around the country.
Substance Abuse News from Join Together Online
Regular updates - Join Together is a project of the Boston University School of Public Health.
Social norms programs apparently don't cut drinking
Harvard School of Public Health College Alcohol Study shows no decreases in any of the seven measures of alcohol use at schools with social-norms programs.
Government site has tips for parents on prevention
For parents and caregivers looking for ideas and resources, here they are. Colorful, organized.
Religious, civic leaders announce partnership on youth drug prevention
See also: www.theantidrug.org/Faith
Catholic and other religious leaders, the National Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign and the White House Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives July 10 announced the release of resource materials to help faith communities educate their youths about drugs and drug prevention.
A selection of English-Spanish pamphlets
available from NIAAA on alcohol topics
The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism provides a wealth of information accessible through your Acrobat Reader.
Fact Sheet on No. 1 U.S. health problem
The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence - NCADD - fights the stigma and the disease of alcoholism and other drug addictions.