When it comes to suffering with addiction, it can be difficult to speak up and ask for help. We often feel ashamed, embarrassed and even turn a blind eye to the fact we are struggling and need help. That’s quite a natural response.
However, it isn’t the right response. Suffering in silence can make matters worse. Firstly, it could lead to you never getting the help you need, while secondly, if you do choose to seek treatment, going through alcohol withdrawal alone and then the recovery process is significantly more difficult doing it with no support.
Nobody should suffer through addiction on their own and there are a number of reasons as to why it’s important to have someone by your side…
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Support through withdrawal
Whether you’re going through the withdrawal process at home or at a treatment centre, having someone by your side is incredibly important. They can be there to offer moral support, which can be vital in getting you through the most difficult times during that process, while they can also ensure that you remain ok. Withdrawal can lead to a number of symptoms, a number of which can be life-threatening in extreme cases, so having someone who can help in a medical emergency can be the difference between a smooth recovery and ultimately ending up in death.
Someone to talk to
It’s always useful to have a support network, during all stages of your life. None more so when you’re going through a difficult time with addiction. By reaching out and speaking about your addiction to a loved one or close friend, you’ll receive more understanding when it comes to your behaviour, as well as being able to reach out to talk about your thoughts, feelings and progress during your treatment. By vocalising outside of the treatment group, you’ll receive moral support, keeping your mood high and remain encouraged to carry on.
Keep you on track
When it comes to recovery, one of the hardest things to do is stay on track and avoid relapse. By having that strong support network around you, friends and family can really help you remain on track with what you’re doing and stay healthy and in recovery for the rest of your life. That’s so important. You went into treatment for a reason, and not only will they help you stay on track, but you’ll enjoy happier and healthier relationships for it.
