Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

The Centers for Disease Control Prevention Web site offers basic information about fetal alcohol syndrome and ways to prevent it, as well as publications, educational materials and links, and a list of CDC related activities.

National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence

The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence site provides well-organized information and statistics about alcoholism and other drug addictions; special resource sections for youth and for parents; ways to contact 100 local affiliates and the National Intervention Network; advocacy news; and a resource and referral guide to other national organizations in the field.

National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA)

The NIAAA site provides a rich source of information (some in Spanish) about alcoholism. The site includes publications, news releases, FAQ’s, research information, notices for upcoming meetings and conferences, and a graphics gallery.

National Institute on Drug Abuse

This attractive site offers information about the latest trends and statistics of drug abuse, treatment and prevention research, a clinical trials network, recent articles, and links to companion Web sites. The site also includes separate sections for parents and students filled with information written in clear, lay language about drugs and drug abuse.

The Partnership for a Drug-Free America

The Partnership for a Drug-Free America's Drug-Free Resource Net offers a comprehensive, easy-to-use database of drug information for lay users of all ages. The section for each drug provides a photograph and the street names, history, effects, and treatment for abuse. The site also includes FAQs on drug-related topics and help for parents.

PREVLINE: Prevention Online

PREVLINE: Prevention Online, a service of the National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information, has colorful, interactive, and entertaining sections for children and teens, and on-line forums on prevention, as well as searchable resources and referrals, and Internet links useful to both adults and youth.

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

Focusing on both substance abuse and mental health, SAMHSA provides information on prevention, treatment, and recovery, along with helpline numbers and national reports and statistics.