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Families Choose Empathy Over 'Tough Love' To... Families Choose Empathy Over 'Tough Love' To...

Article from NPR by Martha Bebinger

Choose Empathy Over Tough Love"More compassion in the home fits the shift away from criminalizing addiction - toward accepting and treating ...

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0 Article-Article jplist-topic-Empathy jplist-topic-Family jplist-topic-Family-Education jplist-topic-Tough-Love 0 344037 344037 Choose Empathy Over Tough Love"More compassion in the home fits the shift away from criminalizing addiction - toward accepting and treating it as a chronic medical condition. If a child had cancer, parents "wouldn't disengage with them or be angry with them," says Botticelli. "So I do think it aligns our scientific understanding that addiction is a disease and not a moral failure."Read this article to learn about CRAFT training.Read the full article

Families Choose Empathy Over 'Tough Love' To Rescue Loved Ones From Opioids

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Choose Empathy Over Tough Love"More compassion in the home fits the shift away from criminalizing addiction - toward accepting and treating it as a ...

Tips for Celebrating the Holidays with Recovering... Tips for Celebrating the Holidays with Recovering...

Article from SMART Recovery by Peter Gaumond, Chief, ONDCP Recovery Branch

According to Peter Gaumond, "This time each year can be stressful for anyone, but the holidays present a special challenge for people ...

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1 Article-Article jplist-topic-Christmas jplist-topic-Family jplist-topic-Friends jplist-topic-Holidays jplist-topic-Recovery jplist-topic-Thanksgiving 0 344049 344049 According to Peter Gaumond, "This time each year can be stressful for anyone, but the holidays present a special challenge for people recovering from an addiction. Those in long-term recovery typically are adept at navigating the minefield of temptation at holiday social gatherings. But many of those in their first year of recovery, their friends, and family members wonder how best to celebrate the holidays safely, comfortably, and joyously."Read this article to learn how to help those in recovery get through the holidays.Read the Full Article

Tips for Celebrating the Holidays with Recovering Family Members and Friends

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According to Peter Gaumond, "This time each year can be stressful for anyone, but the holidays present a special challenge for people recovering from ...

How to Cope When Your Holiday Guest Is an... How to Cope When Your Holiday Guest Is an...

Article from US News by Ruben Castaneda

"The holidays can be fraught with worry and fear and panic about what's going to happen when a loved one drinks too much or abuses drugs," ...

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2 Article-Article jplist-topic-Addiction jplist-topic-Christmas jplist-topic-Family jplist-topic-Friends jplist-topic-Holidays jplist-topic-Thanksgiving 0 344059 344059 "The holidays can be fraught with worry and fear and panic about what's going to happen when a loved one drinks too much or abuses drugs," says Beth Kane-Davidson, director of the Addiction Treatment Center at Suburban Hospital in Bethesda, Maryland. "Most Americans know someone with a substance abuse disorder," she says. "During the holidays, we need to be on guard to handle binge-drinking situations."Use these strategies to try to ensure the season isn't ruined or defined by an active alcoholic's or addict's behavior.Read the Full Article

How to Cope When Your Holiday Guest Is an Alcoholic or Addict

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"The holidays can be fraught with worry and fear and panic about what's going to happen when a loved one drinks too much or abuses drugs," says Beth ...

Coping With the Addict in Your Life Over the... Coping With the Addict in Your Life Over the...

Article from Psychology Today by Sherry Gaba, LCSW

According to Sherry Gaba, "The holidays can be an exceptionally difficult time for people of all ages and in all different family ...

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3 Article-Article jplist-topic-Addiction jplist-topic-Family jplist-topic-Holidays jplist-topic-Recovery 0 344068 344068 According to Sherry Gaba, "The holidays can be an exceptionally difficult time for people of all ages and in all different family situations. For those who have addiction in their family, the holidays can be particularly problematic, especially when it comes to making healthy decisions, maintaining boundaries, and having the ability to let go of those unrealistic expectations."Read this article to learn how to develop a plan of action for coping with an addict during the holidays.Read the Full Article

Coping With the Addict in Your Life Over the Holidays

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According to Sherry Gaba, "The holidays can be an exceptionally difficult time for people of all ages and in all different family situations. For ...

Coping With Having a Family Member in Alcohol or... Coping With Having a Family Member in Alcohol or...

Article from Verywell Mind by Buddy T

In his article Buddy T says, "Having any member of your family in rehab for drugs or alcohol means that you're inevitably facing and ...

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4 Article-Article jplist-topic-Addiciton jplist-topic-Alcohol jplist-topic-Coping jplist-topic-Drugs jplist-topic-Family-Support jplist-topic-Rehab 0 344076 344076 In his article Buddy T says, "Having any member of your family in rehab for drugs or alcohol means that you're inevitably facing and perhaps even struggling with a lot of concerns, questions and maybe some misconceptions about how professional treatment works."This article lists things to keep in mind when your loved one is getting treatment for addiction. Read the Full Article

Coping With Having a Family Member in Alcohol or Drug Rehab

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In his article Buddy T says, "Having any member of your family in rehab for drugs or alcohol means that you're inevitably facing and perhaps even ...

Siblings Also Struggle When Addiction Strikes a... Siblings Also Struggle When Addiction Strikes a...

Article from Whyy by Jen Kinney

According to Jen Kinney, "Addiction is sometimes called a family disease, so strong are the ripple effects for the parents and children of ...

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5 Article-Article jplist-topic-Addiction jplist-topic-Education jplist-topic-Family jplist-topic-Sibilings jplist-topic-Struggle 0 344090 344090 According to Jen Kinney, "Addiction is sometimes called a family disease, so strong are the ripple effects for the parents and children of people struggling with substance use disorders. Many feel they are grappling with their loved ones' addiction alone. But the adolescent siblings of substance users may feel more alone than most."This article explains how siblings of addicts can sometimes struggle the most in their family.Read the Full Article

Siblings Also Struggle When Addiction Strikes a Family

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According to Jen Kinney, "Addiction is sometimes called a family disease, so strong are the ripple effects for the parents and children of people ...

Effects of Alcoholism on the Family Effects of Alcoholism on the Family

Article from Verywell Mind by Buddy T

According to Buddy T, "Alcoholism is a family disease because it affects the family as a whole and each member individually. Living with ...

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6 Article-Article jplist-topic-Addiction jplist-topic-alcoholism jplist-topic-Disease jplist-topic-Family 0 344100 344100 According to Buddy T, "Alcoholism is a family disease because it affects the family as a whole and each member individually. Living with alcohol abuse means being in an unsafe environment filled with disruptions to normal routines, the tension of strained relationships, and dishonesty."This article explains how the disease of alcoholism affects every member of a family perhaps more than the drinker. Read the Full Article

Effects of Alcoholism on the Family

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According to Buddy T, "Alcoholism is a family disease because it affects the family as a whole and each member individually. Living with alcohol ...

Family-Focused Approaches to Opioid Addiction... Family-Focused Approaches to Opioid Addiction...

Research Report from Society for Research in Child Development

From the report, "In treating opioid addiction, moving from an individual approach to a family-focused approach to treatment can have ...

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7 Research-Report-Research-Report jplist-topic-Addiction jplist-topic-Approach jplist-topic-Family jplist-topic-Opioids jplist-topic-Research 0 344111 344111 From the report, "In treating opioid addiction, moving from an individual approach to a family-focused approach to treatment can have lasting benefits for children and parents, and decrease health care costs."This research report discusses the new evidence that finds family-focused approaches can improve upon models that treat individuals, expanding benefits and cost efficiencies, and improving the health and development of children.Read the Full Article

Family-Focused Approaches to Opioid Addiction Improve the Effectiveness of Treatment

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From the report, "In treating opioid addiction, moving from an individual approach to a family-focused approach to treatment can have lasting ...

How to Help Someone With an Alcohol Addiction How to Help Someone With an Alcohol Addiction

Medically Reviewed Article from healthline by Stephanie Watson

According to Stephanie Watson, "An alcohol use disorder can range from mild to severe. Mild patterns may develop into more serious ...

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8 Article-Article jplist-topic-Addiction jplist-topic-alcoholism jplist-topic-Family jplist-topic-Help jplist-topic-Support 0 344120 344120 According to Stephanie Watson, "An alcohol use disorder can range from mild to severe. Mild patterns may develop into more serious complications. Early treatment and intervention can help people with alcohol use disorder. While it's up to the person to willingly start their sobriety journey, you can also help."This article lists ways to approach someone with alcohol use disorder and how to support a loved one through this journey. Read the Full Article

How to Help Someone With an Alcohol Addiction

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According to Stephanie Watson, "An alcohol use disorder can range from mild to severe. Mild patterns may develop into more serious complications. ...

Intervention: Help a Loved One Overcome Addiction Intervention: Help a Loved One Overcome Addiction

Article from Mayo Clinic

From the article, "It's challenging to help a loved one struggling with any type of addiction. Sometimes a direct, heart-to-heart ...

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9 Article-Article jplist-topic-Addiction jplist-topic-Family jplist-topic-Intervention jplist-topic-Loved-One jplist-topic-Recovery jplist-topic-Treatment 0 344133 344133 From the article, "It's challenging to help a loved one struggling with any type of addiction. Sometimes a direct, heart-to-heart conversation can start the road to recovery. But when it comes to addiction, the person with the problem often struggles to see it and acknowledge it."This article explains what an intervention is and how it can help make a loved one realize their addiction and seek treatment. Read the Full Article

Intervention: Help a Loved One Overcome Addiction

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From the article, "It's challenging to help a loved one struggling with any type of addiction. Sometimes a direct, heart-to-heart conversation can ...

Should Parents Call the Police on Their... Should Parents Call the Police on Their...

Article from US News by Ruben Castaneda

In his article Reuben Castaneda says, "As the opioid epidemic rages across the country, some desperate parents of addicts are taking the ...

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10 Article-Article jplist-topic-Addiction jplist-topic-Family-Education jplist-topic-Heroin jplist-topic-Opioid jplist-topic-Parents 0 344164 344164 In his article Reuben Castaneda says, "As the opioid epidemic rages across the country, some desperate parents of addicts are taking the extreme step of turning their own adult or teenage child in to the police to prevent him or her from overdosing, perhaps fatally."This article discusses how some parents are getting their own children arrested as a means to protect them from opioid overdose. Read the Full Article

Should Parents Call the Police on Their Opioid-Addicted Kids?

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In his article Reuben Castaneda says, "As the opioid epidemic rages across the country, some desperate parents of addicts are taking the extreme step ...

The Ripple Effect of Addiction The Ripple Effect of Addiction

Video from TEDx Talks by Brennan Harlow

We often hear about the effects of substance abuse on the individual, but what about the impact it has on those around the individual. A ...

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11 Video-Video jplist-topic-Addiciton jplist-topic-Family-Education jplist-topic-Ripple-Effect jplist-topic-Video 0 344183 344183 We often hear about the effects of substance abuse on the individual, but what about the impact it has on those around the individual. A Junior at Chaminade-Julienne, Brennan shares his personal story about that ripple effect.

The Ripple Effect of Addiction

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We often hear about the effects of substance abuse on the individual, but what about the impact it has on those around the individual. A Junior at ...

Addiction as Family Affliction Addiction as Family Affliction

Article from Psychology Today by Dan Mager, MSW

According to Dan Mager MSW, "Active addiction destabilizes the home environment, disrupts family life and muddling relationships, and often ...

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12 Article-Article jplist-topic-Addiction jplist-topic-Education jplist-topic-Family jplist-topic-Relationships 0 344195 344195 According to Dan Mager MSW, "Active addiction destabilizes the home environment, disrupts family life and muddling relationships, and often compromises finances, as well as mental, emotional, and physical health. Without assistance and unless family members and significant others learn and practice how to do things differently, these effects can be chronic and long-term."This article explains how one person's addiction can affect their entire family.Read the Full Article

Addiction as Family Affliction

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According to Dan Mager MSW, "Active addiction destabilizes the home environment, disrupts family life and muddling relationships, and often ...

Drug Prevention Tips for Every Age Drug Prevention Tips for Every Age

Resources from Partnership for Drug Free Kids

This helpful resource guide from Partnership for Drug Free Kids gives excellent advice on how to start the conversation at any age. From ...

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13 Resource-Guide-Resource-Guide jplist-topic-Drug-Prevention jplist-topic-Family jplist-topic-Partnership-For-Drug-Free-Kids 0 344213 344213 This helpful resource guide from Partnership for Drug Free Kids gives excellent advice on how to start the conversation at any age. From their website: "Conversations are one of the most powerful tools parents can use to connect with - and protect - their kids. But, when tackling some of life's tougher topics, especially those about drugs and alcohol, just figuring out what to say can be a challenge. We've provided scenarios and scripts below on what to say to your child, no matter their age.""Conversations are one of the most powerful tools parents can use to connect with - and protect - their kids. But, when tackling some of life's tougher topics, especially those about drugs and alcohol, just figuring out what to say can be a challenge. We've provided scenarios and scripts below on what to say to your child, no matter their age."Read the Full Article

Drug Prevention Tips for Every Age

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This helpful resource guide from Partnership for Drug Free Kids gives excellent advice on how to start the conversation at any age. From their ...

When Someone You Love Has an Addiction When Someone You Love Has an Addiction

Article from Hey Sigmund by Karen Young

Karen Young says, "The fallout from an addiction, for addicts and the people who love them, is devastating - the manipulations, the guilt, ...

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14 Article-Article jplist-topic-Addiction jplist-topic-Alcohol jplist-topic-Drugs jplist-topic-Family jplist-topic-Friend jplist-topic-Love jplist-topic-Psychology jplist-topic-Relationship 0 344235 344235 Karen Young says, "The fallout from an addiction, for addicts and the people who love them, is devastating - the manipulations, the guilt, the destruction of relationships and the breakage of people.When addicts know they are loved by someone who is invested in them, they immediately have fuel for their addiction. Your love and your need to bring them safely through their addiction might see you giving money you can't afford, saying yes when that yes will destroy you, lying to protect them, and having your body turn cold with fear from the midnight ring of the phone. You dread seeing them and you need to see them, all at once."This article explains what it means to love someone who is an addict, and gives tips on what you can do to support them without supporting their addiction.Read the Full Article

When Someone You Love Has an Addiction

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Karen Young says, "The fallout from an addiction, for addicts and the people who love them, is devastating - the manipulations, the guilt, the ...

3 Guidelines for Spouses Affected by Their... 3 Guidelines for Spouses Affected by Their...

Article from The Gottman Institute by Candice Rasa, LCSW

Candice Rasa says, "Managing a loved one's drug or alcohol addiction is never easy, but those whose spouse has a substance use disorder ...

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15 Article-Article jplist-topic-Addiction jplist-topic-Alcohol jplist-topic-Drugs jplist-topic-Family jplist-topic-Love jplist-topic-Partner jplist-topic-Relationship jplist-topic-Spouse 0 344240 344240 Candice Rasa says, "Managing a loved one's drug or alcohol addiction is never easy, but those whose spouse has a substance use disorder (SUD) face an especially tough and lonely road. For one thing, the painful and often traumatic relational fallout due to an addiction is compounded by the greater likelihood of divorce, which is itself ranked as the second most stressful life event anyone can experience."This article provides three guidelines that can help you be more empathetic towards your spouse who is struggling with an addiction. Read the Full Article

3 Guidelines for Spouses Affected by Their Partner's Addiction

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Candice Rasa says, "Managing a loved one's drug or alcohol addiction is never easy, but those whose spouse has a substance use disorder (SUD) face an ...

Wasted: Exposing the Family Effect of Addiction Wasted: Exposing the Family Effect of Addiction

A TedX Talk by Sam Fowler from TedX Furman

"After her brother was diagnosed with the disease of addiction, Sam Fowler and her family had to change the way they lived their lives. In ...

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16 Video-Video jplist-topic-Family jplist-topic-Family-Effect-Of-Addiction jplist-topic-Sam-Fowler jplist-topic-Tedx 0 344250 344250 "After her brother was diagnosed with the disease of addiction, Sam Fowler and her family had to change the way they lived their lives. In her talk, she tells about her experiences suffering from "the family disease."This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community."

Wasted: Exposing the Family Effect of Addiction

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"After her brother was diagnosed with the disease of addiction, Sam Fowler and her family had to change the way they lived their lives. In her talk, ...

Medicine Disposal Options Medicine Disposal Options

Guideline by the FDA of how to dispose of medication

Having medication stored at home that has expired or is no longer needed may present temptations and dangers for individuals struggling ...

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17 Infographic-Infographic jplist-topic-Drug-Disposal jplist-topic-Medication 0 344255 344255 Having medication stored at home that has expired or is no longer needed may present temptations and dangers for individuals struggling with addiction.  Some drugs may safely be flushed, but others need to be taken to a medicine disposal site.  In this one-page document, the FDA gives links to the drugs that can be disposed of at home and those that need to be disposed of elsewhere along with a way to find those disposal sites. Infographic from the FDA

Medicine Disposal Options

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Having medication stored at home that has expired or is no longer needed may present temptations and dangers for individuals struggling with ...

What You Shouldn't Expect When Your Child is in... What You Shouldn't Expect When Your Child is in...

Article from The Partnership to End Addicction

What NOT to Expect from your ChildI can't imagine what it's like to be a parent of a child with a substance use disorder, witnessing the ...

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What You Shouldn't Expect When Your Child is in Recovery from Addiction

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What NOT to Expect from your ChildI can't imagine what it's like to be a parent of a child with a substance use disorder, witnessing the unknown from ...

Is Tough Love Effective in Treating Addiction? Is Tough Love Effective in Treating Addiction?

Article from VeryWell Mind by Elizabeth Hartney, BSc., MSc., MA, PhD

According to Elizabeth Hartney, "Rather than focusing on simply using a "tough love" approach to dealing with a loved one who has an ...

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19 Article-Article jplist-topic-Addiction jplist-topic-Parenting jplist-topic-Tough-Love jplist-topic-Treatment 0 372880 372880 According to Elizabeth Hartney, "Rather than focusing on simply using a "tough love" approach to dealing with a loved one who has an addiction, learning how to establish healthy boundaries can be more effective."This article defines tough love and when it should be practiced.

Is Tough Love Effective in Treating Addiction?

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According to Elizabeth Hartney, "Rather than focusing on simply using a "tough love" approach to dealing with a loved one who has an addiction, ...

Why People with Addiction Lie Why People with Addiction Lie

Article from VeryWell Mind by Elizabeth Hartney BSc., MSc., MA, PhD

Why People with Addiction Lie, Even to Loved OnesAccording to Elizabeth Hartney, "Addicts often want to avoid confrontation because they've ...

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20 Article-Article jplist-topic-Addiction jplist-topic-Enabling jplist-topic-Lying 0 372888 372888 Why People with Addiction Lie, Even to Loved OnesAccording to Elizabeth Hartney, "Addicts often want to avoid confrontation because they've used their addictive behavior as a coping strategy for so long, they often don't have other well-developed ways of dealing with the stresses of life."This article explains some of the reasons why addicts lie to loved ones, and how to address it.Read the full article

Why People with Addiction Lie

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Why People with Addiction Lie, Even to Loved OnesAccording to Elizabeth Hartney, "Addicts often want to avoid confrontation because they've used ...

3 Powerful Ways to Easily Lean In When Your Child... 3 Powerful Ways to Easily Lean In When Your Child...

Article by Cathy Taughinbaugh

Leaning In to a Struggling ChildCathy Taughinbaugh advises, "Yelling, confrontation and empty threats often do more damage than good. You ...

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21 Article-Article jplist-topic-Addiction jplist-topic-Child jplist-topic-Help jplist-topic-Struggling 0 373238 373238 Leaning In to a Struggling ChildCathy Taughinbaugh advises, "Yelling, confrontation and empty threats often do more damage than good. You may feel like a pot boiling over. Many parents do. It is more beneficial for all concerned, to talk to your child in a positive way. Look for what they are doing well, and do what you can to make a negative situation as positive as possible."This article gives suggestions about how to approach a child that is struggling with substance use.Read the full article

3 Powerful Ways to Easily Lean In When Your Child is Struggling

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Leaning In to a Struggling ChildCathy Taughinbaugh advises, "Yelling, confrontation and empty threats often do more damage than good. You may feel ...

Dealing With A Son Or Daughter Addicted To Drugs:... Dealing With A Son Or Daughter Addicted To Drugs:...

Article from Sober College

How to Sleep AgainSober College writes, "When your child is addicted to drugs, it is scary. There are many illicit substances that could be ...

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22 Article-Article jplist-topic-Addiction jplist-topic-Child jplist-topic-Daughter jplist-topic-Drugs jplist-topic-Son 0 373306 373306 How to Sleep AgainSober College writes, "When your child is addicted to drugs, it is scary. There are many illicit substances that could be potentially misused, and each drug comes with its own set of concerns and risks."This article goes over the different situations that can arise in families with a drug addicted family member and how to cope.Read the full article

Dealing With A Son Or Daughter Addicted To Drugs: How To Sleep Again

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How to Sleep AgainSober College writes, "When your child is addicted to drugs, it is scary. There are many illicit substances that could be ...

Stages of Coping When a Loved One Has a Substance... Stages of Coping When a Loved One Has a Substance...

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Stages of Coping When a Loved One Has a Substance Use Disorder

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Lessons from the Child of an Addict Lessons from the Child of an Addict

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Emily is an advocate for mental health and disability rights because of the firsthand experience she has with both subjects. She writes ...

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24 Video-Video 0 594357 594357 Emily is an advocate for mental health and disability rights because of the firsthand experience she has with both subjects. She writes about her experiences and life lessons she has learned from growing up with an estranged mother who was ridden with a drug addiction.

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Emily is an advocate for mental health and disability rights because of the firsthand experience she has with both subjects. She writes about her ...

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