Trauma and Family Addiction Recovery

​Trauma, both experienced and inherited, can be intricately intertwined with addiction, often serving as a root cause or exacerbating factor. In the context of family addiction recovery, understanding and addressing trauma is paramount. Unresolved traumatic experiences can lead to problematic substance use as a coping mechanism, and conversely, the behaviors associated with addiction can inflict trauma on family members. Recognizing the interplay between trauma and addiction allows families to approach recovery with a holistic lens, addressing not just the symptoms but the underlying emotional wounds. Through trauma-informed care, therapeutic interventions, and open communication, families can embark on a healing journey that fosters resilience, understanding, and lasting recovery.

Living on the Edge: Achieving Emotional Sobriety

Men and Trauma:

PTSD Affects Men and Women Differently

Men and Trauma: Most of Us Won’t Even Use the Word ‘Fear’

When Trauma Triggers Are Everywhere: The Hidden Impact of the Jerry Sandusky Trial

Emotional Trauma: An Often Overlooked Root of Addiction

The Theory of Men’s Trauma

Working With Men Survivors of Trauma and Abuse (Video)