{"id":26493,"date":"2021-12-16T20:14:47","date_gmt":"2021-12-17T01:14:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/?p=26493"},"modified":"2024-01-16T09:27:58","modified_gmt":"2024-01-16T14:27:58","slug":"support-an-alcoholic-during-stay-at-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/support-an-alcoholic-during-stay-at-home\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Simple Things You Start Doing Right Now To Support An Alcoholic In Recovery"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/support-an-alcoholic-during-stay-at-home\/#How_To_Support_an_Alcoholic_In_Recovery\" title=\"How To Support an Alcoholic In Recovery\">How To Support an Alcoholic In Recovery<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/support-an-alcoholic-during-stay-at-home\/#1_Learn_About_Alcoholism\" title=\"1. Learn About Alcoholism\">1. Learn About Alcoholism<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/support-an-alcoholic-during-stay-at-home\/#2_Dont_Drink_Around_Them\" title=\"2. Don\u2019t Drink Around Them\">2. Don\u2019t Drink Around Them<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/support-an-alcoholic-during-stay-at-home\/#3_Practice_What_to_Say\" title=\"3. Practice What to Say\">3. Practice What to Say<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/support-an-alcoholic-during-stay-at-home\/#4_Right_Place_Right_Time\" title=\"4. Right Place, Right Time\">4. Right Place, Right Time<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/support-an-alcoholic-during-stay-at-home\/#5_Be_Open_and_Honest\" title=\"5. Be Open and Honest\">5. Be Open and Honest<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/support-an-alcoholic-during-stay-at-home\/#6_Give_Them_Space\" title=\"6. Give Them Space\">6. Give Them Space<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/support-an-alcoholic-during-stay-at-home\/#7_Build_a_New_Routine\" title=\"7. Build a New Routine\">7. Build a New Routine<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/support-an-alcoholic-during-stay-at-home\/#Bonus_Tip_Help_Them_Find_Professional_Support_and_Treatment\" title=\"Bonus Tip: Help Them Find Professional Support and Treatment\">Bonus Tip: Help Them Find Professional Support and Treatment<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/support-an-alcoholic-during-stay-at-home\/#Final_Thoughts\" title=\"Final Thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/support-an-alcoholic-during-stay-at-home\/#Related_Articles_On_Alcohol_and_Drug_Abuse\" title=\"Related Articles On Alcohol and Drug Abuse\">Related Articles On Alcohol and Drug Abuse<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Over the past two years, global events have forced those battling sobriety to find different ways to manage their recovery. Often forced to work from home with no in-person <a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/lies-about-narcotics-anonymous\/\">12-step meetings<\/a> and therapy, alcoholics must find alternative ways to stay sober.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you live with an alcoholic, you know how hard the road of recovery is for them. Imagine how hard it\u2019s been for you to adapt to a stay-at-home lifestyle. Now, imagine you are doing that while fighting an <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/category\/substance-abuse\/\">addiction<\/a>. That\u2019s what your loved one is going through right now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To that end, let\u2019s talk about how to support an alcoholic in recovery. Your support will mean the world to them, but there&#8217;s a right way (and a wrong way) to give it.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/7-Things-You-Can-Do-To-Support-An-Alcoholic-In-Recovery-750x1125.jpg\" alt=\"How To Support An Alcoholic In Recovery: 7 Things You Can Do\" class=\"wp-image-41085 lazyload\" style=\"width:400px;height:600px\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"1125\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/7-Things-You-Can-Do-To-Support-An-Alcoholic-In-Recovery-750x1125.jpg\" alt=\"How To Support An Alcoholic In Recovery: 7 Things You Can Do\" class=\"wp-image-41085 lazyload\" style=\"width:400px;height:600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/7-Things-You-Can-Do-To-Support-An-Alcoholic-In-Recovery-750x1125.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/7-Things-You-Can-Do-To-Support-An-Alcoholic-In-Recovery-300x450.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/7-Things-You-Can-Do-To-Support-An-Alcoholic-In-Recovery-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/7-Things-You-Can-Do-To-Support-An-Alcoholic-In-Recovery-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/7-Things-You-Can-Do-To-Support-An-Alcoholic-In-Recovery-480x720.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/7-Things-You-Can-Do-To-Support-An-Alcoholic-In-Recovery.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">How To Support An Alcoholic In Recovery: 7 Things You Can Do<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Support_an_Alcoholic_In_Recovery\"><\/span>How To Support an Alcoholic In Recovery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Learn_About_Alcoholism\"><\/span>1. Learn About Alcoholism<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you can support anyone, you must learn more about what they\u2019re going through. By researching <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/i-have-a-problem-with-alcohol\/\" title=\"alcoholism\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">alcoholism<\/a>, you\u2019ll have a better understanding of what your family, friend, or loved one is going through. Alcoholics can\u2019t drink in moderation. They can\u2019t stop while you can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For those who can have one drink, we don\u2019t get why an alcoholic can\u2019t. By reading up on the disorder and what it does to the body and the mind, you&#8217;ll be better prepared to talk about it and lend a compassionate ear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Want to Learn More About Alcoholism?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" title=\"resources\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/resources\/\">resources<\/a> to learn more before venturing into the rest of the article:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.samhsa.gov\/find-help\/national-helpline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niaaa.nih.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aa.org\/assets\/en_US\/en_bigbook_chapt3.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Alcoholics Anonymous<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/al-anon.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Al-Anon<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/alcohol-use-disorder\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20369243\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mayo Clinic: Alcohol Use Disorder<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/alcoholism\/basics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Healthline: Alcoholism<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/mental-health\/addiction\/what-is-alcohol-abuse#1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WebMD: Alcohol Use Disorder<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/basics\/alcohol\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Psychology Today: Alcoholism<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/drughelpline.org\/alcohol\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">National Drug Helpline<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Dont_Drink_Around_Them\"><\/span>2. Don\u2019t Drink Around Them<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This may seem like it goes without saying, but alcohol and drug use is up across the country due to COVID-19. With limited access to restaurants, bars, and other social events, people are hitting up liquor stores more often than ever. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to drink, consider doing it elsewhere \u2013 never, ever at home around your loved one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even drinking when they\u2019re not there can lead to a relapse. They can smell it. They might even see the bottles. Don\u2019t set your loved one up for failure by not being able to go without drinking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Find different ways to blow steam off or relax after a hard day. They will thank you for this more than you can imagine.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-click-to-tweet ub_click_to_tweet\" id=\"ub_click_to_tweet_14764e7e-ff58-4ae0-a8ea-19cca1eb1e79\"><div class=\"ub_tweet\">Recovery for many is a lifelong journey and they&#8217;ll need your support long after Coronavirus has come and gone.<\/div><div class=\"ub_click_tweet\"><span><i><\/i><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?&#038;text=Recovery%20for%20many%20is%20a%20lifelong%20journey%20and%20they%27ll%20need%20your%20support%20long%20after%20Coronavirus%20has%20come%20and%20gone.&#038;url=https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/support-an-alcoholic-during-stay-at-home\/\">Click to Tweet<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Practice_What_to_Say\"><\/span>3. Practice What to Say<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you know more about alcoholism and what they are going through, begin practicing what you\u2019ll say when you do talk about it. You want to be kind and caring. You want to be a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/active-listening-skills\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">compassionate listener<\/a>. You want to let them know you\u2019re there for them when they need you to be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should use \u201cI\u201d statements instead of generalizations. If you have questions or concerns, ask them. Don\u2019t shy away from what you want to know. Be prepared for tough conversations at times, depending on what\u2019s going on and where your loved one is struggling. This is why practice helps you keep your calm when supporting an alcoholic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Right_Place_Right_Time\"><\/span>4. Right Place, Right Time<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your loved one is struggling with the isolation and loneliness of stay-at-home orders. They\u2019re not used to being away from work and away from the structure that guides recovery. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t surprise them with a talk about what they\u2019re going through. Ask them when would be a good time to talk. Let them know you support them. Be sure you pick a place and time that offers privacy and quiet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Be_Open_and_Honest\"><\/span>5. Be Open and Honest<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you notice your loved one struggling, it\u2019s okay to speak up. Don\u2019t accuse, belittle, or speak out in anger. Voice your love and concern; let them open up to you in return in those moments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>People need to feel like they are being heard. You have good reasons to resent their behavior, but if you want their behavior to change, they need to feel like they have some control over the situation. Listening to them actually helps in these situations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By giving them some control over the flow of conversation, you\u2019re giving them the power to accept your honesty a little easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Give_Them_Space\"><\/span>6. Give Them Space<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You need to hear them when they say they aren\u2019t ready to talk or that they need space. Give them that space at that moment. Let them come to you when they\u2019re ready.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes recovering from alcoholism requires quiet contemplation and meditation before it can discussed. If your loved one asks for that space, respect it. If anyone else lives in your home, ensuring they respect those boundaries is helpful, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learning how to support an alcoholic in recovery takes a great deal of patience. It&#8217;s important to set firm boundaries, but we can do this in a way that does rob them of their dignity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Build_a_New_Routine\"><\/span>7. Build a New Routine<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone had to get used to new routines over the past few years. This includes you. Your loved one is struggling with this new routine as you are. Helping them set up new habits and schedules they can count on during your time together is key to aiding their recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take the time to learn what they need from a daily schedule at home. Would breakfast or lunch at a certain time help? Do they need a decompress period after \u201cwork\u201d is over? Let them know you\u2019ll help them set boundaries and routines you can both stick by to add stability to their new daily life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe class=\"lazyload\" title=\"How to Stop Drinking Alcohol without Rehab or AA | How I Got Sober\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YF2oS3owmoI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Video: How to Stop Drinking Alcohol without Rehab or AA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bonus_Tip_Help_Them_Find_Professional_Support_and_Treatment\"><\/span>Bonus Tip: Help Them Find Professional Support and Treatment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While many problem drinkers are able to quit cold turkey, alcoholics may need either social support and\/or professional treatment to help them achieve and maintain their sobriety. An example of a social support is Alcoholics Anonymous, which is an excellent (and free) community-based option available in most communities. They also have a considerable online presence.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But many alcoholics require medically-supervised detox services, medications, and either group or individual therapy. It can be a confusing process to figure out what treatment options are available near you, so it&#8217;s a good idea to start with your primary care physician. They can make you aware of options and make referrals as needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, you can go online and perform a simple Google search. Type in &#8220;Substance Abuse Treatment Near Me&#8221; and you&#8217;ll get a list of services in your community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended Online Treatment Providers<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a brief list of services available in the US. These are paid services. As is always the case, please make decisions that are best for you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow rel=&quot;sponsored&quot;\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"BetterHelp Therapist Search\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/recommends\/betterhelp-therapist-search\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">BetterHelp (Online Counseling)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/aa-intergroup.org\/meetings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Alcoholics Anonymous (Free Online Meetings)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span>Final Thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Recovering from alcoholism is a life-long journey that happens daily. By tsking the time to learn how to support an alcoholic in recovery, you\u2019re showing them the fight is worth it, and that you\u2019ll be by their side no matter what.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just remember that recovery for many is a process. They&#8217;ll need your support long after Coronavirus has come and gone. The good news is that the skills you&#8217;ve learned here will last a lifetime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_Articles_On_Alcohol_and_Drug_Abuse\"><\/span>Related Articles On Alcohol and Drug Abuse<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__list wp-block-latest-posts\"><li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/xanax-addiction\/\">The Rise Of Xanax: Understanding Its Popularity And Dangers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/facts-about-porn-addiction\/\">9 Facts You Might not Know About Porn Addiction<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/insomnia-in-addiction-recovery\/\">9 Effective Ways To Deal With Insomnia in Addiction Recovery<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/alcoholism-and-diabetes\/\">Alcoholism and Diabetes: Is There an Increased Risk?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/opioid-detox-diet\/\">The Opioid Detox Diet: 7 Foods That Ease Withdrawals<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/best-drug-and-alcohol-rehab\/\">5 Tips to Find the Best Drug and Alcohol Rehab Post-COVID<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Coronavirus has made life hard. For recovering alcoholics and addicts, it&#8217;s far worse. 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