Family Roles In Addiction Worksheet

Family members adopt these roles as coping mechanisms to deal with the uncertainty, stress, and emotional turmoil that come with addiction. These roles often emerge subconsciously as individuals try to provide stability, avoid conflict, or divert attention from the addiction.

No. These roles can emerge in any family dealing with chronic stress or dysfunction, including mental health issues, chronic illness, or behavioral addictions. They are strategies to cope with emotional pain and instability.

Yes. As family dynamics evolve and individuals within the family grow or respond differently to the addiction, their roles can change. Therapy and family healing processes can also lead to a shift in roles as healthier coping mechanisms are developed.

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