Supporting a Loved One with Addiction: Four Essential Steps
Boundaries, boundaries, boundaries. It's something that you put up to divide yourself from something else.
Imagine watching someone you care about struggle with addiction, feeling helpless and unsure of what to do. In this episode of 'Doc Jacques: Your Addiction Lifeguard', Dr. Jacques de Broekert offers a lifeline to those grappling with this heart-wrenching situation. With a blend of clinical expertise and compassionate advice, Dr. Jacques outlines four crucial steps you can take to support an addict's recovery journey.
But it's not just about what you should do; he also highlights four common enabling behaviors that must stop for real progress to begin. Dr. Jacques emphasizes the importance of setting firm boundaries, which can be a game-changer in helping your loved one move towards recovery. He advocates for seeking professional support to maintain these boundaries and avoid falling into enabling patterns.
This episode sheds light on the complex nature of addiction, not just for the addict but for their family and friends as well. Through practical advice and fresh perspectives, Dr. Jacques provides valuable insights that can make a real difference in the lives of those affected by addiction. Tune in to learn how you can be a pillar of support while navigating the challenging waters of addiction recovery.