Addict in the house
Subtitle: a no-nonsense family guide through addiction & recovery
By: Robin Barnett, EdD, LCSW ; foreword by Darren Kavinoky
Published: 2016
Language: eng
Number of pages: 190
ISBN-13: 9781626252608
Subjects: Codependency; Substance abuse; Treatment; Addicts; Family relationships
Description: When there's an addict in the family, you may find yourself in a codependent role: trying so hard to keep your loved one alive, out of jail, or emotionally appeased that you actually prevent them from realizing they need help. Barnett offers a step-by-step guide to dealing with a loved one's addiction, coping with the emotional hurdles of having an addicted family member, and making informed decisions on how to best help them-- and yourself.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.
Table of contents: title: Understanding addiction; title: Addicts' behavior, and your own; title: Communication; title: Setting strong boundaries; title: Treatment options; title: Supporting your loved one's recovery; title: Healing family relationships; title: The teenage addict; title: Toward healthy independence; title: Recovery for life; title: Appendix: The 12 steps of Alcoholics Anonymous.