Privacy & Trust Agreement
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Privacy & Trust Agreement
Purpose
Answer to: “How do we rebuild after addiction impacted our family?”
How to apply Privacy & Trust Agreement
1) Clarify the problem in one sentence.
2) Pick the smallest action that fits in 2–10 minutes.
3) Do it now; start a one-line log.
4) Repeat daily for a week; adjust after review.
How & Why It Works
- Clear boundaries and structured communication increase safety and predictability in relationships.
Answer to: “How do we rebuild after addiction impacted our family?”
How to apply Privacy & Trust Agreement
1) Clarify the problem in one sentence.
2) Pick the smallest action that fits in 2–10 minutes.
3) Do it now; start a one-line log.
4) Repeat daily for a week; adjust after review.
How & Why It Works
- Clear boundaries and structured communication increase safety and predictability in relationships.
References: Gottman (ATTUNE/repair) framework; Beck (2011) CBT;
Hayes et al. (1999) ACT; APA Family Communication resources