Family Support for addiction

[dbrenz]

A family member unexpectedly went to the ER and then right to Rehab
for narcotics addiction. They have been dealing with psychological
issues for a long time which has lead to drug addiction and
relationship/family problems. I know when they get out of rehab to be
supportive, loving and interactive, and to not give advice or be
judgmental.

Is there any thing else that is recommended? A family support system?
A phone cell phone # to call as a help line? My family and I are not
sure how to deal with this?

The last incident (not drug or addiction related) we had a small-scale
intervention and it presented a lot of psychological dirty laundry for
all family member involved.

[Mike McInerney]

Often times a rehab will offer individual and family therapy during the
client's stay. After discharge, the clinic will usually establish referrals
for discharge. AA/NA are encouraged as well. Your local NA/AA should have
additional resources on a local level.

Seeking resources can be rather difficult. First, and most obvious, is
private/commercial insurance if you have it. If not, going through your
county D/A programs can be a source of assistance. On a positive note, D/A
difficulties are targeted with state and federal funding. Thus, there are
more resources for an individual with such Dx's as comapred to other health
issues.

HTH

Mike McInerney, M.S.
www.talksolutions.net

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