"Technology has impacted every area of our lives, and its influence on families is undeniable. The modern parenting conversation around technology focuses on concerns like excessive screen time and overexposure through social media (Overuse of Devices and Social Media Top Parent Concerns, 2023). However, there's a hidden crisis within the modern family that we risk overlooking in our discussions about technology: parental and caregiver substance use disorder (SUD)."
"SUD is a major threat to families. Today, one in four children lives with a parent or primary caregiver with a substance use disorder, including alcohol use disorder (AUD). This equates to approximately 19 million children (Morgan, 2025). AUD is the most common substance use disorder among all drugs examined. The consequences of AUD are profound. Children living with a parent or caregiver struggling with alcohol use are more likely to:"
Parental and caregiver substance use disorder (SUD), especially alcohol use disorder (AUD), affects roughly one in four children—about 19 million—leading to early substance initiation, increased mental health issues, and familial instability. Alcohol is the most commonly abused drug among caregivers and undermines children's academic, social, and psychological development. Emerging technologies like personal breathalyzers and alcohol monitoring devices can offer safety, prevention, and support for parents with AUD when paired with appropriate support systems. Integrating monitoring tools with treatment and family-centered resources can reduce risk and help protect children's long-term outcomes.
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