Is Couple Addiction Recovery Really a Thing?
This is a really good question to grapple with, one that can be answered from many perspectives. Let's start with some definitions found in some mainline professional addiction treatment sources.
The Person I’m Dating Has A Drinking Problem
I was asked to write a response to the above question in the Thrive Global article series, "Asking for a Friend". This is a question that many people struggle with, not knowing what to do when there is evidence of a drinking or other drug use problem with the person they care about.
Couple Recovery: Looking Ahead
I remember as a kid we would be on vacation. At scenic observation areas on the way sometimes there were those coin-operated binoculars. I also remember being absolutely fascinated with those things thinking how cool they looked. They were all metal and indestructible. Those beauties, made by Tower Opticals, could swivel to move the viewing area vertically and horizontally. All it took was an available binocular and 25 cents.
Behind the 8-Ball: When Partners Won’t Address Their Substance Use
For more information on addressing substance concerns in relationship: Interview "How to Manage Substance Abuse Issues and Recovery in Relationship". Featured on Podcast with Dr. Jessica Higgins There's a Problem: No There Isn't Morgan…
Recovery in Three Short Chapters – Chapter 1: Addiction
John is 38-years old, works in a job that he loves in high tech, has been married for 6 years to Carol, He also has an alcohol use disorder, severe. John noticed that his drinking seemed to pick up over the last two years,