The Forgotten Ones: Helping Children Impacted by Addiction
Presented by Dr. John Dyben DHSc, MCAP, CMHP
Workshop Overview
Like nearly all other major chronic illnesses, addiction is a disease that affects and affected by everyone who is part of the family system. Children growing up in these family systems are dramatically impacted but rarely receive the care that they need. This presentation will provide participants with an understanding of the dynamics of family systems, how they are impacted by addiction, and how these impact children’s beliefs about themselves and the world around them. We will then illustrate how to talk to children about addiction in ways that are developmentally appropriate and how to help children to communicate their experiences, thoughts, and feelings in ways that foster healthy empowerment.
April 25th, 2025
9:00 am – 11:00 am Training Presentation
LOCATION: Register to receive link information for this online training.
COST: FREE – There is no charge for this complimentary training.
REGISTRATION: Sign-up via Zoom.
Participants will be instructed on how to:
1. Understand the scope of the impact of addiction in the United States as it relates to children who are impacted by other’s in their family systems.
2. Describe the characteristics developed by children living in open vs. closed family systems.
3. Explore methods for supporting children and adults in navigating the difficulties of addiction including understanding and talking about addiction, identifying and fostering safe relationships, and the practice of self-care.
ABOUT THE PRESENTER
Dr. John Dyben DHSc, MCAP, CMHP, Chief Clinical Officer, Hanley Foundation
Dr. John Dyben is a therapist, chaplain, and health scientist who has been working for over 25 years with adults and children impacted by addiction. He is a Marriage and Family Therapist and a Master Certified Addiction Professional and currently serves as the Chief Clinical Officer of Hanley Foundation. He trained under Jerry Moe, widely recognized as the preeminent expert in helping children impacted by addiction. Together, with a team from Hanley Foundation and the National Association for Children Impacted by Addiction (NACoA), they implemented a three-day program for children ages 7-12 who have been impacted by addiction.
NCSAPPB CREDITS
We have applied to the NC Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board (NCSAPPB) for approval of 2 Substance Abuse Specific credits. Completion of a short, post-workshop electronic survey will be required to receive your certificate.
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