Two Addicts In A Relationship

  Two addicts in a relationship can be problematic and potentially a recipe for disaster while on your own recovery journey. At the same time, if you are in a relationship with another user and you both commit to recovery, you may be a support system for one another. Below, we delve more into the things you should know about addiction and relationships. What Happens When There Are Two Addicts in a Relationship? Everyone wants to have love in their life, but what about when you struggle with a mental illness? Addiction is a disease. When you are dealing with the effects of drug addiction, you may feel like no one understands you. You may feel worthless to anyone except someone else in the same position. You may feel that you relate to each other in ways that others can’t understand because of your addictive behaviors and substance abuse issues. This represents a dysfunctional relationship. Your compulsions may feed off one another, and you may feel a deep connection to the other perso