How Does CRAFT Work at a Distance?
CRAFT can work from far away. The same steps apply – keep trying tools and notice what works. This helps you keep going, and not do harm.
Member Topics: loved one far away
My Son is 1500 Miles Away and Binge Drinking. Can CRAFT Still Help?
An Alliesinrecovery.net member worries about her son who is 1,500 miles away, since his binge drinking continues to be a regular reality. She asks if …
He May Be Near Rock Bottom — Do We Leave Him in This Hole?
An AlliesinRecovery.net member wrote in to our “Pose a Question” blog, giving an honest and clear picture of their situation with a loved one. He …
She’s Threatening Suicide Unless I Let Her Come Home and Use
When threats, anger, and possible self-harm enter the equation, it’s time to seek help for you Loved One. Susie’s daughter is lashing out at her, …
A Visit After Troubling Silence
Our Loved Ones may avoid being in touch for many reasons. When you do arrange to visit them face-to-face, it’s best to go with a plan.
Podcast # 75 — Do’s & Don’ts When You’re On the Phone with an Addicted Loved One
Whether your loved one is far away, or your communications are simply scanty, we share the Do's and Don'ts for when you do get them on the pho…
Podcast #74 — Learn How to Apply CRAFT with a Loved One Who’s Far Away or Isn’t in Touch
Learn to coax the scared, wounded animal back out of the woods and back into a relationship with you. Learn to communicate without the anxiety and pan…
She’s Left for Treatment. I’m Home Alone.
Have you experienced the emptiness and energetic let-down when a Loved One finally heads to treatment and you're home alone? Your raison d…
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…