She’s Back From Rehab But on Shaky Ground
She's worried her daughter may be heading towards relapse, having just returned home from rehab. It's a real strain to have things start off this way.…
Member Topics: Community Reinforcement and Family Training
Celebrating a Few Positive Steps
Wins can come when you're least expecting them. Read an inspiring report of a member's recent success using CRAFT. Positive steps like these don't mea…
How do You Trust Again?
We often find ourselves wondering how to repair the bonds that are broken when trust has been violated. In this thoughtful exploration of the topic of…
He’s Likely Dealing From Our Home
She is discouraged, even ashamed, by her son’s choices, especially the drug dealing. How can she set firm boundaries to protect her home and family,…
Her Boss Doesn’t Know What She is Dealing With
This mom received a harsh note about her work performance on the eve of her holiday break. Her loved one's addiction has consumed so much of her energ…
He’s Relapsing Right Now, Should he Leave Home?
If, as family members, we wait around for a 100% commitment from our loved one, we will almost certainly be waiting a long time. Family members must m…
He’s Full of Regret And Hopelessness
Five weeks after changing the lock and having her son leave the house, she received a text from him. He expresses discontent with where his life is an…
My Helping Wasn’t Helpful. It’s Time to Detach
Mom spent years helping her daughter and son-in-law as they sank deeper and deeper into trouble with the drugs and probably also alcohol. She now real…
I Fear Pushing Him Back to Heroin
She has successfully used CRAFT taught on our member site to help her son into treatment for heroin addiction. He is now 9 months out and has not rela…
She’s on the Street With a No-Good Boyfriend
With her daughter now on the street, this mother wonders what she can do to reach her. To further complicate things, she has a manipulative boyfriend.