Session 9Topic: Taking

Addiction OUT of the HomeJournal:

What is a project or task you would like to accomplish this

weekend?

What makes it dangerous?

What does substance abuse do to a person’s life?

Physical Health

Relationships

Finances

Emotions

How does substance abuse impact the family? Aggression Neglect Anxiety and depression Sleep/Wake Patterns Break down of relationships Money problems

Long Range Effect on Children

Violent behavior Delinquency Psychiatric disorders Risky sexual behavior, possibly

leading to unwanted pregnancy or sexually transmitted diseases

Impulsivity Neurological impairment Developmental impairment

Treatment

Classes Counseling Doctor Rehab Programs Churches AA and Al-anon School programs