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For Families of Addicts

Addiction Affects the Whole Family: What It’s Like to Live With Someone Who Has an Opioid Use Disorder

By |2023-06-29T15:59:54-04:00February 15th, 2023|Family Resource, For Families of Addicts|

When an opioid abuser is in the home, their addiction can have a ripple effect on everyone around them. Just as a person with an opioid use disorder needs access to comprehensive care to begin their recovery journey, family members need support to cope with these difficult times. The Impact of Opioid Abuse on Children [...]

New Year, New You: Start Your Recovery Journey Today

By |2022-12-24T17:35:27-05:00December 24th, 2022|Drug and Alcohol Addiction, For Families of Addicts, The Path of Addiction Recovery|

The ringing in of a new year can bring with it many new hopes and dreams. However, if you are someone living with the burden of drug or alcohol addiction, those hopes and dreams may feel far away. You might realize that your life is not going as planned but feel unsure of what steps [...]

5 Important Recovery Lessons Learned From Matthew Perry’s New Memoir

By |2023-06-29T17:10:45-04:00December 17th, 2022|For Families of Addicts, Practicing Recovery|

In his new book released on November 1, Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing, actor Matthew Perry opens up about his battle with addiction and what he's learned along the way. His memoir is full of valuable insights for anyone struggling with a substance use disorder—or anyone who simply wants to learn more about [...]

Understanding the Difference Between Inpatient and Outpatient Addiction Treatment Programs

By |2022-12-06T13:59:33-05:00December 6th, 2022|Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Family Resource, For Families of Addicts|

Substance use disorders are chronic illnesses with complex biological and environmental triggers. A person with a substance use disorder can learn to manage their condition and live a fulfilling, productive life, but they need access to appropriate addiction treatment. Every addiction treatment program is unique, but there are two general types of treatment to consider: [...]

Are You Supporting or Enabling? Here’s How to Tell the Difference

By |2023-06-29T16:27:19-04:00October 14th, 2022|Family Resource, For Families of Addicts|

Enabling is often unintentional—and generally comes from a place of love. You hate to see your loved one suffer and want to make their life more manageable, but your actions cause more harm on a long-term basis. Some signs that you may be enabling your loved one's addiction include: You let them drink or use [...]

Denial and Addiction: How to Help Your Loved One Acknowledge the Need for Treatment

By |2023-06-29T17:08:02-04:00September 16th, 2022|Family Resource, For Families of Addicts|

Denial can be a powerful coping mechanism when accepting reality seems too painful. Because addiction is often stigmatized, it's common for people with substance use disorders to be in denial about their condition. However, acknowledging the problem and being brave enough to ask for help is the only way to move forward. What Does Denial [...]

What to Do When Your Adult Child Struggles with Addiction

By |2021-02-18T20:25:51-05:00February 15th, 2021|Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Family Resource, For Families of Addicts|

Parenting, Addiction, and Recovery Parenting is never easy—especially when you know your child is suffering. If your adult child has a drug or alcohol problem, you may feel powerless to help and afraid of what the future will hold. At St. Joseph Institute for Addiction, we believe recovery is possible for all those who desire [...]

Things You Can Do to Help Someone with an Addiction to Prescription Opioids

By |2019-12-13T16:43:05-05:00December 12th, 2019|For Families of Addicts, Opioids|

Support from friends and family is a vital part of the recovery process. While you can't force your loved one who is abusing prescription opioid painkillers to seek treatment, there are several things you can do to help them recognize the severity of the problem and urge them to get the care they need. Educate [...]

6 Ways to Help an Alcoholic

By |2023-06-29T15:50:33-04:00April 20th, 2019|Drug and Alcohol Addiction, For Families of Addicts|

Watching someone you care about spiral out of control is heartbreaking. If your friend or family member is showing signs of an alcohol use disorder, you may feel as though you're hopelessly watching from the sidelines. However, there are several steps you can take to encourage your loved one to acknowledge the problem and begin [...]

Using Self-Help Books to Support Your Addiction Recovery

By |2018-10-23T13:09:33-04:00May 30th, 2018|Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Family Resource, For Families of Addicts, Recommended Reading|

There are thousands of self-help books promising to teach readers the secret to leading a better life, including many dealing with addiction recovery. Although you can't cure drug or alcohol addiction simply by reading a book, self-help books can increase your understanding of addiction and help you figure out ways to handle cravings, codependent family [...]