Author : Douglas Bey
Release : 2007-05-25
Genre : Self-Help
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 737/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Loving an Adult Child of an Alcoholic by : Douglas Bey
Download or read book Loving an Adult Child of an Alcoholic written by Douglas Bey. This book was released on 2007-05-25. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The child of an alcoholic develops patterns of behavior during childhood which carry over into adult life. As children they were taught to cover up the family secret and suppress their feelings. No matter what is going on, as adults, when asked how she or he is doing your partner will likely answer "fine." Distrust, fear of abandonment, and sensitivity to criticism are all major issues for your adult child. Recognizing these patterns and changing the ones that cause problems will help you and your partner enjoy a deeper relationship.