Do I Really Have to Start Spying Again?
After inpatient treatment, and two serious episodes of pancreatitis related to drinking, her Loved One seems to be slipping back to using alcohol. His…
Member Topics: CYCLE OF USE - relapse & recurrence
What a Crash! Relapse Again. She’s Gone Missing. I’m Heartbroken.
This mom is one of our most active members with 811 site visits and counting. She wrote in to share news of her daughter's relapse after 6 months …
I’m Falling Apart with Fear — I’m Not a Positive Influence Right Now
They've relapsed. I know I'm supposed to be a source of encouragement and positivity for them... but I'm a total wreck... how could I poss…
How Do I Handle My Fear of Relapse: the Million Dollar Question
I came to understand, in part by following the Learning Modules on this site, that my behaviors actually served no useful purpose and were actually pu…
How You Can Spark Their Interest in Recovery Despite Covid Circumstances
This is the time of COVID. Families are struggling to know how to help their Loved One to regain interest in recovery. Here is a 5-pronged a…
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 …
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…
Compelling Proof that CRAFT Is Working (Even When You’re Not Sure It Is)
Fireweed3 shares words from her daughter: "I just really want to tell you how grateful I am for your continuing love and support throughout…
I Didn’t Want Him to Come Home but Now He’s Here!
They've been through it all! Ten years in recovery, then 5 of using. So many lies, so much manipulation. He's fresh out of treatment now and s…
Is Letting Him Relapse at Home Preventing Natural Consequences?
Your Loved One has relapsed and you’ve been trying everything CRAFT taught you. Nothing seems to work and you are starting to feel helpless. Do …