How Addiction Affects Families: The Hidden Impact on Loved OnesAddiction, Family Therapy, RecoveryBy Beaches RecoveryApril 2, 2026When someone you love is struggling with addiction, your entire world probably feels like it has been turned upside down. You may not be the one using drugs or alcohol, but you’re living with the consequences of their actions every day. There’s a reason addiction is often called a family disease. It doesn’t just affect…