Dating is a tough game, isn’t it? Besides picking out which mate is right for you (based on an ever-growing catalog of eye color, hair color, height, and sports preferences), you also must consider if this potential boyfriend or girlfriend is of a sound mind and body. After all, the last thing you want to do is date someone with a severe case of alcoholism or drug addiction, right? As crass as this question may seem, many people are rightfully wary of people suffering from this condition. However, what are you supposed to do if you have been dating someone for a long time, and your loved one suddenly started suffering from this problem during the course of your relationship? What are you supposed to do? Let’s take a closer look at this tricky situation and find out some more information.
The Difficulties of Dating
Always keep in mind that you are not alone in this struggle. As they manage their degenerative condition, these men and women also have to work hard to manage their personal relationships, most importantly intimate ones. While a recovering addict or alcoholic does not expect 100% perfection from a boyfriend or girlfriend (particularly if that person indulges in some alcohol occasionally), they must stay true to a personal mantra of honesty, strength, and purity. Likewise, due to exposure to programs like AA or a religious upbringing, some addicts are exceptionally spiritual and prefer not to take part in certain activities (as a risk of temptation).
Love Is Not the Only Answer
On the flip side, you must also consider your views on substance abuse and addiction. How do you feel about these brain problems? Would you ever want to date someone knowing that they could fall off the wagon at any given time? Once you bring an addict into your life, you can also suffer from the same stress as your loved one. Consider that 40% to 60% of addicts suffer from relapse, and you can understand why the situation is so testy.
Always remember that drugs and alcohol do not have control over your life. You do. Are you suffering from a substance use disorder or a severe form of addiction? Do you have a friend or family member suffering from one or more of these debilitating illnesses? If you do, get in touch with Asana Recovery today. Our counselors and healthcare experts are ready to walk you through every step of the detox and withdrawal process and rehabilitation and guide you towards living a happier, healthier, and freer lifestyle. While the road to recovery might not be an easy road to travel, we promise to help you every step of the way. Take the first step to stay fit, healthy, and safe.
The time for you to take back control of your life is now. If you are interested in one of our residential treatment or supervised detoxification/withdrawal programs, we are ready and waiting to speak with you at your disclosure. Call Asana now at (949) 438-4504 to learn how to overcome your drug abuse, alcohol abuse, or addiction troubles today.
