Publication type:
Web Page / Electronic Reproduction
Summary:
The document provides information about chemical dependency designed to help concerned individuals understand the processes of chemical dependency. The author includes: a definition of chemical dependency; advice about interventions; explanations of enabling and co-dependent behaviours, a list of common feelings associated with detachment, contact information for international support groups for family and friends of alcoholics or addicts, and a recommended reading list of five books and a workbook.
Keywords:
addictions; alcoholism; drug addiction; drug use; social support; substance use