Ruby’s Dad – A story about living with a parent who is a heavy drinker

Health Promotion Agency, New Zealand, 2012

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This storybook (which features a first page with guidelines for parents or carers to read) is for children aged 6-11 years whose parent or relative has a drinking problem. It can be use to start a conversation with children in a similar situation, so they can talk with you about what it’s like for them.

‘Ruby’s Dad begins to drink too much and things begin to change in Ruby’s family. After some difficult times, Dad gets the help he needs to stop drinking.’

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Ruby’s Dad – A story about living with a parent who is a heavy drinker

Health Promotion Agency, New Zealand, 2012

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Unmasking stigma: Effects on families

Standing against stigma

Families standing up to shame and stigma by making home a safe haven

Families standing up to shame and stigma by using care and compassion

Getting to know where shame comes from

Families standing up to shame and stigma by making their own meaning

Families standing up to shame and stigma by responding directly – on our own or with help

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Families standing up to shame and stigma

Unmasking stigma: Types of stigma

How I get through tough times

This resource is part of the following toolkits

Keeping in Touch With Your Children (KIT) toolkit

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