How Alcoholism Can Affect FamilyAlcohol Addiction, Drug Information, Family TherapyBy Beaches RecoveryFebruary 21, 2022If you or a loved one is struggling to control their drinking, you may be wondering what effects can alcoholism have on a family? As you can probably imagine, the effects can be devastating. Alcoholism, unfortunately, impacts not only addicted individuals but also their loved ones, family, and friends. The effects of alcoholism on family…
Family Support Is The Foundation To RecoveryAddiction, Family Therapy, Mental Health, Recovery, Rehab Blog, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryNovember 13, 2021Whether you get along well with your family or you fight constantly, your family is an integral part of your life. In many ways, they shape and mold your life into what it is today. However, your actions also have a notable effect on those you love. If you are addicted to drugs or alcohol,…
Family Therapy TechniquesCounseling, Family Therapy, Rehab Blog, TherapiesBy Beaches RecoveryApril 3, 2021Those addicted to substances are seldom the only victim of their addiction. In many cases, family and friends also experience and feel the effects. This is particularly true in adolescents and young adults who are still dependent on their parents. Noting the importance of family to these addicted individuals, it’s easy to understand the equal…
My Family Problems with AddictionAddiction, Alcohol Addiction, Drug Addiction, Family TherapyBy Beaches RecoveryFebruary 16, 2021Having a loved one who has an addiction to drugs or alcohol is extremely difficult for everyone involved. Whether it’s your child, spouse, or parent, you can see how drug or alcohol abuse causes family problems with addiction. Addiction can cause strain between family members in several ways. Sometimes, family members can contribute to the…
How Family Can Help and Hurt SobrietyAlcohol Addiction, Drug Addiction, Family Therapy, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 30, 2020Addiction is a disease that doesn’t just affect the individual alone. It radiates outward, touching the lives of friends, coworkers, peers, and, often, family. For many people, family members receive the brunt of the impact from someone struggling with drug or alcohol abuse. Addiction can cause serious strain on relationships, damaging them when they are…
Substance Abuse and Marriage TroubleCounseling, Drug Addiction, Family Therapy, InfographicBy Beaches RecoveryJune 7, 2020Unfortunately, substance abuse and marriage trouble are often found together. After all, substance abuse doesn’t just impact a single person: It also impacts the people they are closest to. Understanding the scope of substance abuse and its influence on others may help some couples find help and treatment before they feel the need for divorce.…
Family Rehab Therapy is Crucial to RecoveryAddiction, Counseling, Family Therapy, Recovery, Rehab Blog, TherapiesBy Beaches RecoveryFebruary 11, 2020Addiction treatment can be a challenging process. People who seek help for their addiction need all the support and care that they can get. Family members can help people through rehab, but sometimes their aid can cause problems. In some cases, family members can be enablers and cause people to return to addictive behaviors. Family…
Symptoms Of DepressionDual Diagnosis, Family Therapy, Mental Health, TherapiesBy Beaches RecoverySeptember 10, 2019If you are feeling down most days of the week, you may wonder if depression is the cause. Understanding the symptoms of depression will help you identify if that is your problem. Depression can lead to additional problems for many people. Some people turn to drugs or alcohol when depression strikes. When this occurs, then co-occurring…
How to Start Making Amends During RecoveryCounseling, Drug Addiction, Dual Diagnosis, Family TherapyBy Beaches RecoveryApril 21, 2019While under the influence of drugs or alcohol, we often say and do things that we wouldn’t have otherwise done. While in recovery, it’s important that you not only focus on your own mental and physical well-being, but that you sought out your loved ones and make amends during recovery.Letting go of the past, no…
How to Find Drug Addiction Help for Family MembersCounseling, Drug Addiction, Family TherapyBy Beaches RecoveryApril 15, 2019Is it up to you to seek out a family therapy program? Are you seeking drug addiction help for family members? Finding drug addiction help for family members is no small task. The challenges are big, but the final reward is worth it.Taking the First StepsThe path to seeking drug addiction help for family members…
