Functioning Addicts
BSHS/ 455- Working with Addictions
Introduction
A functioning addict cannot really functionFamily relationships become strainedBusiness decision- making skills are impairedCommunity and social problems eruptProblems in overall functioning are more complex
Signs of a functioning addictHow addiction can affect a person’s everyday lifeEmotional and physical consequences of a functioning addict
Can a Person Be a Functioning Addict?
Risk-seeking behaviorInability to maintain healthy relationshipsAppears to the outside world to be managing life well Severe mood swingsTrust-breaking behavior(Everitt & Robbins, 2005)
Functioning Addict in the Family
Appears to be “normal” while intoxicated at workAble to perform many job duties and responsibilitiesMaintains a vast amount of high energy while workingBelieve that they are not addicts because they are successfulAble to maintain consistent employmentSkilled at living a compartmentalized life by separating their professional life from their addiction(Everitt & Robbins, 2005)
Functioning Addict in the Workplace
Professionally SuccessfulPersonally SuccessfulCriminal Activity
Functioning Addict in the Community
Relationships failJob performance suffersLives dangerouslyDies
Long-term Effects on the Addict
Mother- disapproves of criminal lifestyle and drug useSister- Tony’s drug- induced mood swings reveals his inappropriate affection for herBest friend- victim of Tony’s drug-induced rage
Long-term Effects on the Family
Babylon NightclubCorruptionDrug violence
Long-term Effects on the Community
Regular FamilyJob Loss Financial issue SchoolDisagreementsSingle parent house holdSibling inequalityIllness
Addict Family vs. Regular Family
Addict FamilyProblems with self regulationDepressionLoss of trust and faithTraumatic BondingLoss of ability to take part in caring and support
Conclusion
Functioning addict has mental and emotional health problemsFunctioning addict has strained relationshipsFunctioning addict has more complex family problemsFunctioning addict uses impaired judgment in the workplaceDysfunction of addiction impacts the greater community
References
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References (cont’d)
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