Addiction in the Family

Addiction

A Sibling’s Narrative of Recovery From Addiction and Loss

Patricia R Olsen on July 17, 2024

This psychologist has found that some girls and women suffer deeply when their brothers struggle with substance use disorder.

Alcoholism

A Letter to My Nephew in Recovery

Patricia R Olsen on July 15, 2024

A Personal Perspective: My brother struggled with alcohol and substance use disorders. It was just as difficult for me when his son fell prey to them.

Family Dynamics

A Study on Siblings and Alcohol Use Disorder

Patricia R Olsen on July 10, 2024

Does one sibling's alcohol use affect another's? Yes and No.

Psychedelics

An Interview With Someone Who Tried a Hallucinogen

Patricia R Olsen on May 3, 2024

Some people have found relief from past trauma (and been successfully treated for addiction) through the use of hallucinogens.

Addiction

Letter to a Brother With Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders

Patricia R Olsen on April 20, 2024

A Personal Perspective: A counselor may suggest a sober sibling write a letter to someone who has passed away. You may be surprised at what you get from it.

Addiction

More Changes to Addiction Terminology

Patricia R Olsen on April 8, 2024

When someone dies from taking fentanyl, is it an accidental overdose? An overdose? Or have they been poisoned? Which do you think fits best?

Addiction

The New Definition of Sober

Patricia R Olsen on February 19, 2024

A standard word in the addiction field has a new meaning. How soon until everyone is on board?

Alcoholism

What's New in Addressing Alcohol Use Disorder

Patricia R Olsen on January 25, 2024

There's something about hearing from experts that makes things clearer, and somehow even comforting. That's no small feat if you have a family member with addiction.

Family Dynamics

The Sober Sibling Belongs to a Club No One Wants to Join

Patricia R Olsen on January 22, 2024

A Personal Perspective: Are you the brother or sister of someone who drinks to excess? It's a complicated relationship.