Children of alcoholics often experience heavy amounts of chaos, stress and instability in their early years. This frequently leads to unique struggles and difficulties during childhood. But what happens to children of alcoholics later in life? For those who grew up in a home with parents who abused alcohol, it’s common for some of the...Read More

The effects an alcoholic parent has on their children

Did you grow up with an alcoholic mom or dad? Are you realizing your experiences as a kid are still affecting you today? Over my adult child of an alcoholic healing journey, I’ve discovered powerful lies that were instilled in me as a youngster that I held in my heart as truths when I grew up. When I realized they were lies, I was then free to take the next steps in my journey to create the life I want. So, are you ready to discover the three lies children of alcoholics believe?

Growing up in an alcoholic family can be lonely, scary, and confusing. Children in alcoholic or dysfunctional family don't get a childhood.

Your childhood made you who you are today. Things you saw and lived through follow you throughout your whole life.

If you're an adult child of an alcoholic parent and it's affecting your self-esteem, here's how you can move on and find happiness.

I adore you but what the heck?! Sometimes, you are so confusing! If you’re an adult child of an alcoholic or if you grew up in a similar kind of dysfunctional environment, the odds are high that you’ve heard this statement a time or two from a friend, coworker or romantic partner. People who grew...Read More

Adult Children of Alcoholics: The Lost Childhood. Children who grow up in alcoholic families have to grow up fast. They are parentified and take care of parents

Why is addiction considered a family disease? Alcoholism or any type of addiction affects everyone in the fami

A therapist recommends books for adult children of alcoholics to help heal and recover from codependency, trauma, abuse, and effects of dysfunctional families