Addiction & the Family

It is often said that addiction is a family disease. Whether you're trying to help a loved one or work through family dynamics after recovery, many helpful links are below.
Recovery

6 Steps for Setting Boundaries with Someone in Recovery

Create boundaries with a loved one to protect your mental health and give structure to their recovery. Learn the essential steps.
Recovery

How to Help a Loved One in Addiction Recovery

You play a vital role in your loved one's recovery process. Learn how to help your loved one feel supported as they address and overcome their addiction.
Drug Addiction

How Can I Best Help My Addicted Parent?

Coping with a mother or father who has an alcohol or drug problem can take a physical and emotional toll on your well-being. See
Mental Health

Suicide Prevetion: How You Can Help

This World Mental Health Day, learn how you can help prevent suicide.
Teens

How to Spot Drug Use in Teens

Knowing the signs of teen drug use could save your child's life. Learn how to recognize the symptoms before it's too late.
The Family & Addiction

5 Things You Should Know If Your Adult Child Is Using

Watching your child struggle with drugs or alcohol can make you feel hopeless and helpless. Learn what you can do to help your loved one overcome their addiction.
Family Wellness

What to Do If Your Addicted Adult Child Asks for Money

Watching your child struggle with drugs and alcohol can leave you feeling helpless. Learn what you can do to help them without enabling their addiction.
Family Wellness

What to Do If Your Addicted Son or Daughter Asks You for Money

Watching your child struggle with drugs and alcohol can leave you feeling helpless. Learn what you can do to help them without enabling their addiction.
The Family & Addiction

What I Learned from my Father’s Addiction

When Maggie's dad revealed his struggles with alcohol, her whole life changed. Now, Maggie shares what she has learned from her father's struggle with addiction.
The Family & Addiction

No Longer a Family Secret: Obituaries Shine a Light on Addiction

Drug overdoses were once kept hidden behind closed doors. But as the opioid epidemic spreads, more and more families are sharing the truth about their loved one’s use, addiction, and death ⎼ in hopes of helping others who are struggling.
The Family & Addiction

What to Do When Your Son or Daughter is Struggling with Addiction

Finding out your son or daughter is addicted can be an overwhelming time. Learn about 5 steps on how to best support your child.
Teens

Tips to Keep Your Teen Alcohol-Free This Summer

The younger someone starts drinking alcohol, the more likely they are to develop a substance abuse problem. Learn effective ways to keep your teen sober this summer.