Trusted Knowledge for Lasting Impact


We are working toward a world free from addiction by getting families, professionals, and communities everything they need to know to help prevent and address substance use among teens and young adults.




With decades of expertise in research and collaboration, Partnership to End Addiction is uniquely positioned to provide tools to prevent addiction, promote early intervention, and support recovery.

Learn more about our work in our latest annual report

Making a Difference at Every Level
At Partnership to End Addiction, our dual approach allows us to address addiction comprehensively - we support both individual families and system-wide change.


Our Key Priorities


After 30 years of research, we know the path to ending addiction requires commitment, action, and partnership to achieve our three priorities.



1. Keep Youth Substance-Free as Long as Possible


  • Prevent and limit early substance use
  • Protect developing brains
  • Build resilience in young people




2. Increase Access to Effective Treatment for Young People


  • Ensure the latest research is incorporated into treatment practice
  • Eliminate barriers to high quality care




3. Empower Families as Agents of Change


  • Help families learn practical ways to prevent or respond to a young person's substance use
  • Provide parents and families with clear, trustworthy information
  • Train providers to actively involve families in the treatment process
  • Offer understanding and non-judgemental support that meets families' needs







What We Do


For Families

Families and loved ones are critical partners in preventing substance use and getting young people the help they need. Our evidence-based tools and support services – available in English and in Spanish – help to empower parents and caregivers to take confident action.

Educational Resources: Find parenting guidance in videos, on social media, and on our website.

Online Coaching: Get free, confidential help from our trained specialists and peer coaches. Families are always met with compassion, and never with judgment.


For Professionals

We guide professionals with research-backed trainings, digital products, and consulting services that help them better support families.

Continuing Education: Our training programs cover family-based intervention approaches, prevention strategies, and adolescent treatment methods – available live and self-paced. Many of our trainings are offered for credit.

Consulting Services: Our expertise helps strengthen organizations – from program development and evaluation to strategic planning.

Digital Products: We create custom-built digital offerings that enhance service delivery and streamline communication.


For Communities

Local leaders and organizations are crucial partners in preventing and addressing substance use. We provide the trainings, connections, and support to scale our knowledge and create lasting change.

Community Partners Network: We convene and support a nationwide network of nonprofits working to prevent youth substance use and improve mental health, providing them with resources, monthly collaboration opportunities, and trending information.

Employer Partners Network: We partner with employers on a workplace benefit that helps working parents prevent and address substance use disorders.

Together, we're working toward a world free from addiction by ensuring families, professionals, and communities have the tools they need to address addiction effectively.


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