Leading up to recovery, we may feel as though we are alone. Our lives may have become unmanageable, and figuring out how to navigate treatment can leave us feeling lost. More than ever, it is important to have our loved ones around us for support. The healing process is difficult, however, surrounding ourselves with supportive
In treatment and recovery from substance use disorders, family involvement refers to the active participation of someone’s loved ones in their treatment and recovery process. Family involvement can take many different forms. These range from providing emotional support to attending therapy sessions to learning more about substance use disorders. While family involvement will vary from
Everyone has a story about where they come from and how their life began on this earth. Family dynamics tend to range from simple to complex and are somewhat unknown. Someone’s family situation can severely impact how they develop and continue to affect them in their adult life. Unfortunately, these effects largely go unnoticed and
When there is a lack of compassion between family members, there is usually a break in connection. Often, the root of problems within the relationships comes from not understanding or putting yourself in someone else’s shoes. Looking at others’ misfortunes with sympathy and love can help you best support them. If you approach a person
