What to Do If Your Loved One Has an Addiction
232 views · Published 24 September 2016 · 1:09 · Indexed 6 November 2026
Channel: Life The Basic Manual · 2016 · Education
Sian introduces her playlist on the topic of how to cope if a loved one is using too many drugs, or drinking too much alcohol. As anyone who has been in this position can tell you, when someone you love has a problem with drugs, your life can be wrenched out of shape, and your physical, mental and emotional life can all suffer. But you’re not alone. Because this is such a common phenomenon, there is a good body of knowledge to call on to find tactics that will help you cope - and may help the person you’re concerned for. Sian has both personal and professional experience of this subject, and in this playlist she’s going to cover how best to care for yourself when you’re dealing with this, how to assess the situation, communicating with your loved one, and how different coping styles may affect the ultimate outcome. She encourages you to begin this process by watching the playlist as a whole, and prioritising caring for your own welfare as your first action point.
