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Stronger Than You Know: Tools for Navigating Life’s Challenges

Stronger Than You Know: Tools for Navigating Life’s Challenges

National Center on Substance Abuse and Child Welfare, 2026

A youth-friendly guide for adolescents and young adults affected by substance use, mental health concerns, and child welfare involvement. It explains key topics like brain development, the effects of substances, coping with a parent’s substance use, and recognizing mental health needs. The guide also highlights real youth experiences and provides practical tools and resources to help young people stay safe, build resilience, and move toward a healthy future.

View Document (PDF 7.02 MB)

Topic(s): Childhood and Adolescence

Section: Policy and Practice Resources