Children of drug addicts are suffering in desperation as shame and secrecy shroud the substance misuse in families, it was claimed today.
Youngsters whose parents take drugs are also more likely to have problems with substances, as well as their mental health, social skills and academically, a seminar heard.
Joan O'Flynn, director of the National Advisory Committee on Drugs (NACD), said there is a need for more integration between addiction services, children's services and medical professionals.
Source: Irish Independent, 19/10/2011
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