Is addiction a choice? Is addiction really a lack of willpower? Is it curable? How does addiction affect families?
Alcohol and drug addiction tears families apart. Loved ones are often torn between wanting to save their family member and walk out the door. What should a concerned family member do?
Addicts repeatedly turn to mind altering substances despite the harmful consequences. Drugs slowly change the brain’s chemistry and addicts begin to neglect important aspect of their lives such as their families, work and other commitments.
Tune in on Wednesday May 4th to the Wellbeing Window on Riviera Radio 106.5FM and listen to Gavin Sharpe discuss the impact of addiction on the addict as well as the whole family.