Question by joe_logs_a_co: What do doctors do to help family members of a rehab patient?
My bf’s father is in rehab for drug use. His family and I are trying to convince him a couple of times to come visit with them. It seems that he took this really pretty hard and had a difficult time dealing with his anger for his dad. I know he is not ready to see his father yet (after 5 months). But I am pretty sure this will also be a form of therapy for him in a way in dealing with his anger. How can I convince my bf to go without being pushy? He is always trying to make excuses not to go. I know the other family members are now upset with him because its hard to convince him. And what is the need for my bf to be there anyway? I mean, what do they do to family members of rehab patients? Will my bf undergo therapy as well, for trauma, etc.? Tomorrow is the day they will visit his father in rehab… in time for Father’s Day. 
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Answer by punky
sounds like your boyfriend could use a local ALANON meeting….they can be quite helpful in helping him understand the feelings hes having and to help deal with them..
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