- Accept the past and learn and grow from it
- Let your children know they are valuable and loved
- Remember many families find strength in adversity
- Realize recovery takes time, it doesn’t happen overnight
- Talk early and often
- Do activities together
- Make sure your child knows they are not alone
- Make each day a day full of good memories
- Cherish the closeness you can create
- Alleviate your child’s confusion with attention and information
- Really listen and try to understand
- Show simple affection
- Be consistent
- Encourage choice
- Use everyday opportunities to talk
- Do esteem building activities
- Let them know they can tell you anything
- Know your limitations
- Encourage interaction among family members
- Be patient
- Follow through when you make a promise
- Get outside help if necessary
- Maintain a small collection of related books written for children
- Explore community support groups
- Contact your local Ala-teen group
- Know that families that face challenges grow strong together
- Create a safe, loving home environment
- Be a good example
- Spend one-on-one time with your child
- Say “I love you” at least once a day
Tips for Parents in Recovery
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