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support for addiction
Addiction is a disease that impacts families, friends, and co-workers of the person with addiction.
About Addiction
Impact on Loved Ones
Impact on Loved Ones
Addiction is a disease that re-wires the brain to seek substances above other needs. Loss of employment, friends, family, and social standing are common.
Impact on Loved Ones
Impact on Loved Ones
Impact on Loved Ones
Anyone who is connected to the person dealing with addiction can be impacted. Fear and worry, anxiety, and feelings of helplessness, depression, and anger are common.
Youth Addiction
Children with Addicted Parents
Children with Addicted Parents
When the person with addiction is a tween or teen, there are special considerations to address. This is already a chaotic time, with changing hormones, school stress, and peer pressure .
Children with Addicted Parents
Children with Addicted Parents
Children with Addicted Parents
Children whose parents are dealing with addiction also have special considerations. Bullying, shame, lack of peer supports, and confusion are some things to look out for.