Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

Drinking alcohol during pregnancy can disrupt fetal development at any stage during a woman’s pregnancy — including the earliest stages before she even knows that she is pregnant. Whether it is a wine cooler, a glass of wine or a bottle of beer, any kind or...
Alcoholism, Drug Dependence, and Women

Alcoholism, Drug Dependence, and Women

Women are the fastest-growing segment of alcohol and drug users in the United States. In fact, up to 4.5 million women over age 12 in the U.S. have a substance use disorder, 3.5 million misuse prescription drugs, and 3.1 million regularly use illicit drugs. Each year,...

A Timeline of Significant Events

A Timeline of Significant Events Many events have shaped how alcoholism and drug dependence are perceived in America. This timeline highlights many of the significant events related to NCADD and the evolution of alcoholism and addiction treatment in America. Help...
About NCADD

About NCADD

About the NCADD Welcome Welcome to the NCADD, National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, website. Whether you’re seeking information, guidance, or support for yourself or someone else, you’ve come to the right place. The mission of NCADD is to...