Many times family members are relieved when their loved one finally goes into treatment but what they don’t understand is that they need help during that time too. Many treatment facilities offer family programs that are very helpful for education on addiction and learning how to take care of yourself. But not all of your individual issues are addressed and then you’re left with lay support groups to help guide you.
Most of us need more help—professional help—to navigate the months ahead especially when your loved one gets out of treatment.
Get help yourself while they are in treatment and then you will be best equipped to deal with whatever happens next. There’s a lot of pain and heartache that happens when someone is in the throes of addiction. Take time to work through that and determine what is important for you.