Alcohol,
Drugs,
Gambling,
Family,
And YOU

A 5-Step Method self-help programme for affected family members and close others. Developed from over 50 years of research with families living alongside a focal person's substance use, gaming or gambling.

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Welcome

This programme is for you, the affected family member.

When someone has a problem with substance use, gaming or gambling, it affects everyone around them. This programme is designed to support you in coping with your situation — whether or not their behaviour changes.

1

Evidence-based

Built on the Stress–Strain–Information–Coping–Support (SSICS) model from over 50 years of AFINet research with affected family members.

2

Self-paced & private

Five steps you complete in your own time. Your reflections are private to your account — only you can see or change them.

3

Track real change

Complete the Family Member Questionnaire before and after the programme to see where you have made the biggest changes.

Who is this for?

Anyone affected by another person's substance use, gaming or gambling problem — whether you have lived with it for a long time or have only recently become aware of it, and whether or not you are related.

Some parts may not feel relevant to you, but continuing through the programme can still be helpful.

  • Partners, parents, siblings, adult children
  • Close friends and chosen family
  • People who have left the relationship but still feel the impact
  • Anyone who has only recently become aware
Your safety matters. Abuse is never your fault. If you are worried about your safety, think about keeping the app private on your device and seek support when you need it. Specialist domestic abuse services can still help even if you are not able or ready to leave your situation.