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In Wiltshire, families quietly live with the everyday weight of someone else’s drug or alcohol dependency.

Living with a loved one’s addiction can be overwhelming. At Families Out Loud (FOL), we know that families are often left feeling isolated, helpless, and unsure where to turn.

In recent years, there’s been a marked shift in how health services and charities approach addiction: increasing focus on co-occurring mental health conditions, sometimes called ‘dual diagnosis’ or ‘co-occurring disorders’.

Addiction research continues to shed light on the unique challenges faced by young people and their families

Families Out Loud understands how overwhelming it can be to support someone dealing with drug or alcohol addiction. Trowbridge addiction support is available right here, close to home.

When someone you love is struggling with addiction, it can feel as though your entire world has been turned upside down. The constant worry, sleepless nights, and emotional rollercoaster can leave you feeling drained, confused, and completely alone. It’s important to remember that while you may not be able to change their behaviour, you can take steps to protect your own wellbeing.

When a loved one struggles with drug or alcohol addiction, it doesn’t just affect them—it impacts the whole family.

Easter is often seen as a time of renewal, family gatherings, and hope. But for families affected by addiction, it can bring a complex mix of emotions—grief, anxiety, frustration, and sometimes even guilt. If your loved one is struggling with drug or alcohol addiction, Easter might not look like the picture-perfect celebration you once imagined. Instead, it can be a painful reminder of what has been lost, or a time when difficult family dynamics come to the surface.

When one person in the family is battling addiction, it affects everyone. Relationships can get strained, communication breaks down, and before you know it, the whole family dynamic is turned upside down.