CHARACTERISTICS OF ADULT CHILDREN OF ALCOHOLICS 


In the book ADDICTED LIKE ME, both authors tell their story of what it was like growing up in a home affected by addiction.  Below are some of the main characteristics experts have identified that are common to those who grew up in alcoholic environments. 

  • Have difficulty with intimate relationships
  • Take themselves too seriously
  • Overreact to changes over which they have no control
  • Feel different than other people
  • Are either over responsible or overly irresponsible
  • Have difficulty having fun
  • Guess at what normal is
  • Have difficulty completing projects
  • Can tend to isolate themselves
  • Are drawn to relationships that emulate their family of origin
  • Tend to give into the demands of others to avoid conflict
 
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