Correct Response: C. According to the National Institutes of Health, the family can play a critical role in helping the addict admit a problem exists and in helping the addict seek professional recovery. The family's support can be effective in strengthening and extending the benefits of a treatment program. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration indicates that having a supportive social network of family is part of a successful recovery. Ignoring or suppressing the addiction issues (A) could further exacerbate the problem. Detaching from a family member who is addicted (B) will not only put the family member's recovery but also the wellness of the family at risk. The social network is an important part of an addict's recovery, and the family must also recover from the experience of addiction. Focusing the family's priorities on the family member who is addicted (D) may help in the short term but is unlikely to lead to long-term recovery, especially if the prioritization is temporary.
