Karen Duffy

Recovery: One Mother’s Perspective

September is Recovery Month, a perfect time to reflect on what recovery means for me and my family.

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You Can Save a Life!

In 2020, 2,773 Marylanders lost their lives due to due unintentional intoxication overdoses involving drugs and alcohol. This is the largest annual total on record.…

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Developmentally Typical Behavior or Oppositional Defiant Disorder?

By Patricia Williams, Family Peer Support Referral Specialist All children can be defiant at times. Parents that have survived the “terrible twos” go on to…

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MCF Offers Parent Partner Program in Washington County

Maryland Coalition of Families is partnering with the state’s Social Services Administration (SSA) to offer Parent Partners, a pilot program in Washington County to support…

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The American Rescue Plan Provides Cash Payments to Families of Children

The White House recently announced that qualifying American families with children will begin receiving direct cash payments in July under a new child benefit created…

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How to Talk With a Loved One about Their Substance Use

Starting a conversation with a family member who is showing signs of substance use or a problem with alcohol can be daunting. You might worry…

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10 Self-care Tips for Spring

After a long, pandemic winter where we were isolated, distanced, and masked, spring has finally arrived in Maryland with warmer weather, longer days and the…

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Five Signs That Someone You Love Has a Gambling Problem

March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month, the perfect time to check in with your friends and family who enjoy gambling—which can include casinos, poker, scratch-offs,…

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Four Tips to Help With “Zoom Fatigue”

If you are feeling worn out after a day of video calls, recent research shows that there are some good reasons why. As social distancing…

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2020 Annual Report Released

Maryland Coalition of Families is pleased to share our 2020 Annual Report. Last year, our staff connected, supported and empowered 2,528 families—our highest number ever—despite the…

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COVID and the 2021 Maryland Legislative Session

Despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, there is still important legislative work to be done. One of MCF’s priority bills this year is HB 405, Special…

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Problem Gambling and the Holidays

The holiday season is an important time to check in with loved ones about their gambling activities—and to talk with youth about the risks of…

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