GROWING FORWARD · GUIDED LESSON
Family Communication
Families can support recovery without trying to control every decision.
What to know
Listen before solving.
Set clear boundaries around safety, money, housing, and behavior.
Avoid shame; focus on observable behavior and agreed next steps.
Try it
Use a short check-in: What is going well? What is hard? What support would actually help this week?
When to reach out
Family therapy or professional guidance can help when conversations stay stuck or unsafe.
This lesson is educational and is not a diagnosis or a substitute for professional care.