CRAFT, Meth & Violence: Our Position
Should you use CRAFT when there is the threat of violence, and particularly when a Loved One is using methamphetamine? Meth is a powerful stimulant, a…
Author: Dominique Simon
Dominique launched Allies in Recovery in 2003. Her work has been featured on HBO and NPR. She is a facilitator and a trained speaker on issues of addiction and the family. She has worked extensively developing and evaluating federally-funded substance abuse programs for organizations and clinics throughout Massachusetts and New York. With an interest in recovery and substance abuse that spans 20 years, she sees a huge need to help families develop the skills to help a loved one recover fully in a supportive, whole, and lasting way in their families and in their communities. Her mission is to have Allies in Recovery fill that gap.
He Says He’ll Quit Then Keeps Using
They seem to mean it when they say they've had enough and want to quit. Then they use again. They appear interested in treatment, then say they do…
When Moderation Fails but Brings an “Aha” Moment
Experimenting with moderation may not solve the substance problem, but can often lead to natural consequences that allow your Loved One to see how pro…
Everything Feels So Hopeful. When Will the Other Shoe Drop?
After a rough patch, your Loved One seems stronger and more hopeful: it’s all about change talk and new beginnings, finally! Whether it’s …
Contingency Management Works – Why Is It So Underused?
In a recent article, nytimes.com focused on contingency management, finally putting addiction treatment at the heart of the conversation.&nb…
She Does Great in a Structured Setting. Now She’s Headed Home.
Your Loved One will soon complete court-mandated treatment. When relapse has been the predictable outcome after treatment, how can you set up to handl…
I’m Religious About CRAFT but He’s Not Improving
He went to treatment and did incredibly well. He came home and, without sufficient recovery input, quickly relapsed. He’s been getting worse and…
When You’re Concerned About Violence Is CRAFT Appropriate?
We regularly hear from members who wonder what level of violence (verbal, phsyical...) is "acceptable" from an addicted Loved One when you&#…
I Feel Like I’ve Failed Her
Does it feel like you’ve given years of your life battling your Loved One’s addiction? Have you spent endless energy helping them and…
My Loved One Struggles With His Mental Health – Is CRAFT Right For Us?
Our Loved Ones with SUD are generally vulnerable, especially when mental health issues are thrown into the mix. How does mental health fit into t…