Essential Tips for Talking to Your Spouse about Substance Use
July 8, 2025
Written By: Sara Cothern, LCSW
Addiction is a devastating disease – not just for you, but for everyone close to you. It doesn't just affect your health or behavior; it can deeply impact your spouse and entire family dynamic.
If you are suffering from a substance use disorder, you may have noticed yourself becoming secretive and emotionally distant. Perhaps you've become a less reliable partner or parent as a result. These changes may have happened in an attempt to hide the severity of your disease or because you want to protect your family from the worst parts of your struggle. However, very few people are successful in hiding the changes in their lives as their addiction worsens.