Its always better to share with someone and many times family is not the best. I have shared with my parents and siblings, friends but they really do not have much understanding of addiction. (my 21 yo son). Some say its youthful rebellion and it will pass etc, others just ignore the issue (which is even more hurtful) - but really they just don't know. That is why its important to attend Al/Nar-anon so you can connect with family's in our predicament. SR is wonderful but we still need face to face support.