Alcohol & Substance Abuse Resources

We are pleased to provide our visitors with direct links to valuable resources. The following Resource Links provide educational information and additional material related to alcoholism, substance abuse and chemical dependency concerns. Although these organizations are reputable and the information they provide is valuable, Central Nassau Guidance and Counseling Services, Inc. is not responsible for the content published. Our provision of these resources does not constitute our endorsement. If you are looking for clinical information relative to your active treatment, we encourage you to contact your health care provider or a mental health professional.

Heroin Use on the Rise
Read a recent article on how heroin has become a national concern.

New York State Office of Alcoholism and Addiction Services
Do you have questions about the latest drug trends? Perhaps you need information about addiction services in New York State? Experts at OASAS can answer your questions or direct you to the appropriate help.

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
SAMHSA is the Federal agency charged with improving the quality and availability of prevention, treatment, and rehabilitative services in order to reduce illness, death, disability, and cost to society resulting from substance abuse and mental illnesses.

National Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign (for teens)
If you have friends who are using drugs or alcohol, you may be the only person who can convince them to stop or get help.

National Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign (for parents)
No one has all the answers when it comes to raising safe and healthy teens who are prepared to succeed in the world. But research does show that certain approaches to parenting can often make a difference.