The Family & Addiction

Addiction is a family disease that affects everyone. Learn more about interpersonal relationships with topics such as addiction, codependency, and family wellness to help the entire family to heal from addiction.
Addiction Treatment

What Happens During an Adolescent IOP Program?

This article explains what happens during an Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), which provides structured support for teens dealing with substance abuse while allowing them to maintain their daily routines. The program includes assessments, group and individual therapy, family involvement, educational components, skill-building activities, and ongoing progress monitoring. IOPs aim to help adolescents develop coping […]
Recovery

Tips for Communicating Better with Your Loved One in Recovery

Communication in recovery and coming to a place of understanding with your loved one is a must. Read more about effective family communication & wellness here
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Complexities and Risks of Pregnancy and Substance Use

Pregnancy and substance use carries many risks for the mother and developing fetus. Learn the dangers, how to seek help during pregnancy.
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How to Support Your Loved One During the Holidays: Communication, Boundaries, and More

The holidays are a time of joy but also a time of stress for families struggling with addiction. Learn how to support your sober loved one during this time.
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Addiction is a Family Disease

Addiction is a family disease that impacts everyone. Learn about resources that can help family members recover from addiction.
The Family & Addiction

Feeling Lonely? How to Build Connections and Friendships

Feeling lonely happens to everyone. But when these feelings persist, it may cause isolation and other effects. Learn more here.
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Avoiding Toxic Family Relationships in Recovery

It's vital to surround yourself with the right people. Learn about toxic family relationships in recovery and how to handle them.
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Are You Addicted to Codependency?

Codependency can deeply impact your mental health. Recognize the signs of codependency and start mending your relationship.
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Supporting a Partner with Anxiety: Ways to Help Them and Yourself

Having a partner with an anxiety disorder can be hard. Learn about how you can support your partner and keep your own mental health in check.
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What Are Words of Affirmation and How to Use Them

Sometimes words can be just as powerful as actions. See why using words of affirmation can strengthen communication in your relationship.
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Addiction: Enabling vs Helping

Addiction is devastating for the whole family. Learn if you are helping or enabling your loved one's addiction.
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Impacted By Your Loved One’s Drug or Alcohol Addiction? How to Get Help

Living with addiction in your household can take a toll on the entire family. You need to care for your own well-being too. See how to get help for yourself today.