Alcohol and drug abuse can affect any family, regardless of class. There are no barriers when it comes to addiction. When it does occur in a family it can have devastating effects on those around the one that is addicted. Although someone suffering from alcohol abuse may think that they are good at hiding the problem, they seldom are.
Family and friends soon pick up on the amount of alcohol being consumed. They can smell it on breath, full and empty cans and bottles will be found. The most important give away is that the behavior of the person will change.
Once a person is addicted, whether it is to drugs or alcohol, it can be a long road before they ever accept that they need treatment. In the early days, people are often in denial that they have a problem. As it progresses, that usually changes to excuse after excuse to try and cover up what they are doing, and by making out that they have control of it.
They do not, and it is this constant denial that prevents them from going for treatment. Until a person decides that they do have an addiction issue, and they require help to deal with it, then it is a waste of time to proceed with treatment.
Dealing with the mental problem of addiction, is just as important as helping with the physical part. Shouting and screaming at an addict will not help them at all. What is required is support and understanding from friends and family.
Also, a lot of patience. Progressively showing the person what it is doing to them, along with friends and family, can make them realize the problem over time. It is at this point that treatment should be sought.
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