Effects of Alcohol Use and Abuse
The implications of addiction are far greater than the health of the alcoholic. In particular when alcoholism and child custody are intertwined, alcohol dependence becomes a family disease. An alcoholic in the family wreaks havoc on relationships. Alcoholics are sons, daughters, wives and husbands. This disease spans across all ages, backgrounds, income levels, and ethnicities. Alcoholism can cause more damage and pain in a family unit than other external influences. The addiction usually manifests itself differently with each member of the family. Children tend to suffer the most in alcoholic families. They grow up with feelings of insecurity, guilt, despair and often suffer from high anxiety or stress. According to the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, “More than half of all adults have a family history of alcoholism or problem drinking, and more than 7 million children live in a household where at least one parent is dependent or has abused alcohol.”
Alcohol Abuse and Child Custody
In child custody cases the priority is always protecting the welfare of the children. The concern for the children is only heightened if one parent struggles with alcoholism or there is a concern with alcohol use. Although, the last resort is separating children from their parent, a decision can be made that an alcoholic parent is incapable of providing adequate care for a child.
Proving Sobriety in Custody Cases
Proving the consumption of alcohol in child custody cases can be easier if the parent has recent related arrests or they are mandated by the courts to attend a treatment program. On the other hand, proving sobriety as a parent is difficult.
The device and system created by SOBERLINK provides peace of mind for the parent who is sharing custody with someone who has an accused addiction. SOBERLINK is a popular choice for parents who needs proof of their sobriety for child custody privileges. The real-time reassurance sets a new standard for alcohol monitoring during child visitations.