The aim of this paper is to point out the importance of family support in the recovery of people with mental difficulties and the importance of helping family members with their reactions to the disease because they are the primary sources of social support. People with mental difficulties receive support through showing empathy, respect, listening, and showing interest. Interpersonal communication within the family is considered to be the most important reason for the course and development of the disease. Therefore, the family should be included in the treatment. Establishing one or more personal relationships that give hope can be crucial factor in achieving recovery but not all relationships are perceived as supportive. The most common barriers to recovery are stigma, stress, lack of understanding and information, and forced hospitalization. By having different reaction to the disease, family members can contribute or slow down the recovery of their sick member. Methods that make it easier to deal with the disease are education, contacts and protests. In addition to health workers, social workers also take part in the care for people with mental difficulties and their families. They provide information, support, empower individuals, advocate for their rights and educate them, their families and the wider community about the importance of equal treatment of people with mental difficulties.