Addiction & the Family

Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) and addiction are strongly linked, as underlying insecurities and emotional dysregulation in narcissistic individuals often lead to substance abuse as a coping mechanism. Both vulnerable and grandiose narcissism can contribute to addictive behaviors, with vulnerable narcissists seeking to self-medicate negative emotions and grandiose narcissists using substances to maintain their inflated self-image. […]

The Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) program’s Steps 10, 11, and 12 are crucial for maintaining sobriety and fostering spiritual growth. These “Maintenance Steps” involve daily self-inventory, consistent prayer and meditation, and helping others. Engaging in these practices reinforces recovery and contributes to long-term sobriety. In the journey of recovery from alcohol and substance use, the Alcoholics […]

This article explains what happens during an Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), which provides structured support for teens dealing with substance abuse while allowing them to maintain their daily routines. The program includes assessments, group and individual therapy, family involvement, educational components, skill-building activities, and ongoing progress monitoring. IOPs aim to help adolescents develop coping […]

Communication in recovery and coming to a place of understanding with your loved one is a must. Read more about effective family communication & wellness here

The holidays are a time of joy but also a time of stress for families struggling with addiction. Learn how to support your sober loved one during this time.

Addiction is a family disease that impacts everyone. Learn about resources that can help family members recover from addiction.

It's vital to surround yourself with the right people. Learn about toxic family relationships in recovery and how to handle them.

Codependency can deeply impact your mental health. Recognize the signs of codependency and start mending your relationship.

Addiction is devastating for the whole family. Learn if you are helping or enabling your loved one's addiction.

Living with addiction in your household can take a toll on the entire family. You need to care for your own well-being too. See how to get help for yourself today.

After losing her loved one to an overdose, Chelsea wanted to get sober but didn’t know how. Chelsea shares how she found recovery at Mountainside and all the gifts that came alone with it.

You want to help your son or daughter overcome their addiction. But nothing you have tried is working. Could tough love be the answer or could it push them further away?