06/09/2016
The picture most have of an addict is someone out of control, stealing to get enough money for one more hit, the drunk passed out on the floor. We know these people have a problem because it is totally obvious: they can’t function to take care of themselves. But the vast majority of people with addiction problems are functional, and can maintain the appearance of normalcy. Plus, some addicts and alcoholics are highly functioning…making it difficult to convince them that they need help.
Do you suspect that a loved one is hiding an addiction? Parents, kids, spouses, lovers, and friends…all can become adept at functioning even when they are