Lesson 30: Family and Addiction: Slide 33
When Families Learn Of
The Addiction Diagnosis
- They may:
- Experience shock, fear, sadness, guilt, anxiety, confusion, compassion, understanding, and even anger
- Be relieved to finally learn a reason for the changes they see in their family member
- Hope the diagnosis is wrong or that there has been a mistake
- Experience anger and resentment if they feel powerless to change their family member’s situation
Notes:
How you can help: A toolkit for Families. Module 4: Caring for yourself and Other Family Members. www.Heretohelp.bc.ca
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