Family problems and ways for recovery

Every family has family problems but there are certain measures one can take for recovery. Whenever there is a group of people who spend hours with each other there
are going to be problems.

The most important way forward is, learning how to identify problems and then deal with those problems before they get out of hand. A family’s diversity must be acknowledged. Like it or not, it is a fact that there is the generation gap exists in families, between generations and that causes problems.

Stopping the problem before it erupts is one of the best ways to deal with family
problems. Family meeting can accomplish this goal.

Also, go into each talk session with the attitude that one attributed to the problem just
as much as the other person. This will help one take responsibility rather than blaming
other people. Some other steps one can take to encourage family recovery.

1. Admit one need help, there is no shame in seeking professional help. A professional counselor has the knowledge and experience to help seek the best solutions.
   2. Realise whatever one does is for the common welfare of one’s family. Like there
   is substance abuse by children or behaviors problems, take the help of organizations that deal with it.
   3. Instill in the family a desire for each member of the family to recover. No member of a family is immune to family problems. Each member of the family must accept what happened and have the desire to recover.
   4. Do not hold anything against the person or persons who are causing the problems.
   It is O.K. to feel angry at the situation, but do not let the anger consume oneself,
   learn to vent one’s anger in a constructive way.
   5. Keep communicating- Once a problem starts, the communication should not stop.
   It is important to talk through one’s emotions and feelings. Truthful communication builds trust which is the basis for a healthy relationship
   6. Take responsibility for one’s need to change. Too many times we try to change
   others in order to meet our expectations but often we are the ones who need to change.