There’s plenty of information available online to people suffering from addiction. All you have to do is make a quick Google search and you’re overwhelmed with resources to help with addiction and recovery. But what about family members? All too often they get relegated to a secondary importance in treatment when they are the possibly …
Admitting that you need professional help for your substance abuse issues can give rise to feelings of shame and sadness. The hardships can feel overwhelming to the point that some people may refuse treatment altogether. The strain of leaving one’s family presents an additional barrier that has the power to influence you not to leave …
A healthy relationship can be life-changing. When a person is in a healthy relationship, they find happiness and feel a deep connection with the person they love. Relationships can be sources of comfort and security, and contribute positively to a person’s overall wellbeing. Unfortunately, not all relationships are harmonious, and when a relationship becomes unhealthy, …
If someone you love is going through recovery, chances are that you want to be there to help them in any way possible. People who have a support system in place are more likely to be successful at every stage in their recovery. Trying to figure out how you can act as part of that …
Support systems are there to get us through tough times. Having friends, family, and a healthy social network can exponentially improve your journey of recovery. Can a person recover by themselves? The short answer is yes. With the right tools, you can make it through recovery by yourself, but there is just something about having …
For many people, the holidays are a time filled with laughter and joy. It’s a season to spend time with friends and family, gathering together to discuss how wonderful our lives have been this past year. Holiday parties and family gatherings can also bring on challenges that cause us to feel stressed or isolated. Many …
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Family dynamics change when substance abuse affects one person within the family unit. Members often take on one of five roles that are not conducive to a healthy recovery. As the situations worsen and it becomes more apparent that the individual struggling needs to seek treatment, the family dynamics can disintegrate even more. Educating yourself …
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Addiction is a family disease, meaning not only does it affect the person struggling with the addiction directly, but it can also impact those closest to the individual. Families suffer trauma when someone they love is going through an addiction, and they often take on various unhealthy roles when this occurs. Going to counseling together …