How Do I Convince My Loved One to Seek Treatment?
I Need To Convince My Loved One To Seek Treatment Most people suffering from addiction are unable to completely stop on their own. The inability to seek treatment, slow or stop use is one of the biggest red flags of addiction, and chances are, you have realized that your loved one can not do it […]
What Do the Stages of Change Mean to Recovery?
What are the Stages of Change? At the University of Rhode Island, two researchers named Prochaska and DiClemente deciphered that there are 6 stages individuals go through and experience while seeking addiction, going through recovery and ultimately maintaining sobriety. These stages became a model known as “The Stages of Change”, which we base our individualized […]
Repairing the Damage Addiction Has Done to Family and Friends
Addiction is a Family Disease Addiction is a destructive disease that can leave many things damaged along its path. Aside from health and behavioral issues, relationships are something that can become negatively affected by a person with substance use disorderion. Understanding that addiction is a family disease is an important first step in repairing the […]
How Do I Get My Loved One Into Treatment?
How To Get Your Loved One Into Treatment It is extremely heartbreaking and difficult to watch someone you love go down the destructive path of addiction. It is a fatal, chronic disease with serious life-threatening consequences. There comes a point where people around the person suffering from addiction begin to realize that their loved one […]
How Do I Get My Family Back?
Can You Get Your Family Back After Addiction? One of the hallmarks of addiction is suffering from a broken relationship with your family. Withdrawing and isolating yourself from loved ones in order to hide your addiction is very common as your social circle changes. Being defensive about your addiction, or even remaining in denial, are […]
How Addiction Impacts Families
Addiction is a family disease. When a loved one has addiction, it is important that the whole family comes together and takes a hands-on approach in their recovery. However, this can be difficult for many people, given the impact that the addiction has had. Damaged Relationships Due to Addiction in the Family One of the […]
Is Being an Addict a Stigma?
Is Being an Addict a Stigma? Understanding the Impact of Shame on Addiction Recovery What Is the Stigma of Addiction? Stigma is defined as “a mark of shame or discredit.” For people suffering from addiction, this stigma implies that their condition is something to be ashamed of. The perception often stems from the behaviors that […]
Why is having strong support around me during treatment so important?
The Importance of Strong Support When someone enters treatment for their addiction, it can be a very lonely time. This is often the lowest point of a person’s life in which they need the most support. However, clients often have already caused damage to their families, their careers and other parts of their lives. People […]