Addiction recovery can be just as difficult for a spouse as it is for the addict. We like to think that everything gets better immediately after an addict enters inpatient drug rehab to take stock of your own approach to the relationship, and try to approach your spouse with a fresh commitment to positivity.
2. Be calm
Emotional turmoil is one of the most common triggers of drug relapses. Your spouse is going to be experiencing a lot of difficult feelings during this time, and it’s your job to remain calm, avoid feeding any negativity, and set a positive example. Any time your spouse seems intent upon dragging you into an argument or a negative codependent state, take yourself out of the situation. Be the calm at the center of the storm.
3. Rely on others
When it becomes too much for you, don’t be afraid to let others take the primary role in supporting your spouse during