Emotional withdrawal, a tactic commonly used by spouses of people with SUDs, is reported to be an effective way for them to control their partner's substance abuse.

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Emotional withdrawal is not an effective way to control a partner's substance use disorder (SUD); it can actually exacerbate the problem by contributing to feelings of isolation and misunderstanding in the person with the SUD.

Emotional Withdrawal, a Tactic Commonly Used by Spouses of People