Toxic Family Series: What a Supportive Family Looks Like
How would you define a supportive family? People’s opinion and understanding of a supportive family varies according to their culture, religion, or goals. Yet, most would agree that supportive families possess certain traits to qualify. Some characteristics commonly found within supportive families include open communication, mutual respect and admiration between family members, and forgiveness. Don’t […]
How to “Break Up” With Your Toxic Family
Mantras like “family is all” and” blood is thicker than water” have romanticized the relationship with your family, sometimes, to an unhealthy point. However, some families can be toxic and full of intergenerational trauma, substance abuse, or mental health disorders that may make it unsafe to stay in contact with parents, children, siblings, or other […]
Talking to Your Family About Sobriety
Attending a rehabilitation program for substance use disorder includes making core changes to your thought patterns and behaviors. Your parents, siblings, and children watched you struggle with the side effects of your condition, and now that you are making progress in healing, they may need to learn about different aspects of recovery. Conversations regarding your […]
Tips for Navigating Family Issues During Recovery
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), “Involving family members in substance use disorder (SUD) treatment can positively affect client engagement, retention, and outcomes.” Even if your family is not traditionally close, you can find ways to overcome differences and build up an equally beneficial relationship. During recovery, supportive loved ones […]
