Family Recovery

Blues Intolerance Suspicion Problems multiply Worry Irritability Seeps help Avoiding reference Arguments Extravagance Distrust Self-defense Unhappiness Depression Religious needs Irrational behavior Denial (fantasy) Self-neglect Threats made but not fulfilled Alibi Takes responsibility Dishonesty Loss of interest Infidelity Imaginary illnesses Isolation Faade Blames others Uses prescribed drugs Escape Loss of self respect Jealousy Remorse Social withdrawal Patent medicine use Indefinable fears Drug abuser Bankruptcy of alibis Admits defeat Chronic depression Suicide attempts Joy Courage Love Makes amends Peace of mind Service New friends

At ease with life Return of respect Appreciates spiritual values Spiritual examination Return of confidence Release New interests develop Trust, openness Guilt is gone Return of self-esteem Honesty Diminishing fears Daily living pattern improves Develops optimism Begins to relax Cover-up ceases Becomes willing to change Shares with others Need to control lessens Recognition of role Seeks help Acceptance BOTTOM Recognizes disease Sincere desire for help

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