Tag: Family
The effects of substance abuse on a family
Watching a loved one struggle with substance addiction can be heart-breaking; every single person within the family unit will feel the impact. Whether it is an adult or a young teenager, a spouse or a…
Post-acute withdrawal syndrome (PAWS)
What is Post-Acute Withdrawal syndrome? PAWS scientifically knows as, “Post-Acute Withdrawal syndrome” also be referred to as, protracted abstinence, prolonged withdrawal syndrome, protracted withdrawal, and post-withdrawal, refers to an array of symptoms that continues after…
Family roles in addiction
When we discuss the impact that addiction has on a person’s life, the focus is always on the individual. It is rare to think about how the family may be dealing with the situation. Addiction…
