"This is a straightforward, rich resource for anyone who lives with, and loves, an addict."
—Publishers Weekly
Everyone suffers when there\u2019s an addict in the family. Written by an expert in alcohol and drug addiction and recovery, this no-nonsense guide will help you understand the causes of addiction, end enabling behaviors, support your loved one\u2019s recovery, and learn how to cope with relapses.
If you\u2019re the family member of an addict, you may feel confused, guilty, and scared of doing the wrong thing. And when you don\u2019t know how to help, you may find yourself in a codependent role, trying so hard to keep your addicted loved one alive, out of jail, or emotionally appeased that you may actually prevent them from realizing they need help.
Drawing on her own personal experience with her brother\u2019s addiction, Addict in the House offers a pragmatic, step-by-step guide to dealing with a loved one\u2019s addiction, from accepting the reality of the disease to surviving what may be repeated cycles of recovery and relapse. You\u2019ll learn how to encourage your addicted loved one to get help without forcing it, and finally find the strength to let go of codependence.
With this revealing and straightforward book, you\u2019ll have the support you need to take an honest look at how addiction has affected the family, cope with the emotional hurdles of having an addicted family member, create and maintain firm boundaries, and make informed decisions about how to best help your loved one.
