Podcast #85 – Always Have a Plan
It's important to have a plan for expectations and consequences when your loved one is at home, and for when they can't stay. Dominique, Laurie, and K…
Member Topics: Home/Homeless
Are Fentanyl Users Successful with Methadone?
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Nothing seemed to be improving despite this member's steadfast application of CRAFT: her LO continues to use, is belligerent and defensive wh…
I Know I Should Remove Rewards But I’m Afraid to Push Him Too Far Away
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I Think I’m Ready to Ask Him to Leave
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For whatever reason, your Loved One is currently under your roof. They may be slipping towards relapse, they may be using. You may see no other choice…
We’re Living Through Hell – Is There Any Reason to Keep Hoping It Might Get Better?
A new member feels her son's addiction is a living hell and wonders if there's any hope. Cravings seem to rule his life. Fear and depression a…
Should I Stand Back and Let Her Get Evicted?
This member's daughter has agreed to go to treatment 5 times, and she's done well, but relapses quickly when she gets home. Now there…
After 20 Years of Use I Don’t Know What to Do Anymore
Has your Loved One been struggling with SUD for what feels like a lifetime? Do you feel overwhelmed by the complexity of their situation? Do you even …
I’m Trying to Let Go of the Last 15 Years
Has your Loved One been struggling for what feels like forever? Do you feel like you have tried everything or maybe even done too much? Read here abou…