MODULE 2 Archives - Allies in Recovery

Her Partner is Not Improving from Substance Use Disorder. Is There an Underlying Mental Health Condition?

One of our AlliesinRecovery.net members as been artfully following the CRAFT principles and yet her loved one is not showing signs of improvement. Eng…

Dominique Simon March 17, 2023

A CRAFT Approach To Verbal Abuse

Provided the abuse isn’t physical, CRAFT can be your guide to a constructive response to negative interactions. Physical safety should come first in…

Laurie MacDougall November 18, 2022

Does This Level of Violence Rule Out CRAFT?

Nohp’s husband of 48 years is struggling with heavy alcohol use. Recently his behavior has become more alarming, and even violent. Now she's staying…

Dominique Simon October 21, 2022

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He’s Getting Black-Out Drunk In Front of Our Daughter. What Can I Do?

As long as you’re physically safe, CRAFT is your starting point to make things better.

Dominique Simon March 18, 2022

Podcast: The Basics of CRAFT

Hosts Laurie, Kayla, and Dominique offer a basic overview of the CRAFT model for families facing a loved one's addiction, why it works, and how it wor…

jamesheflin October 1, 2021

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&#…

Dominique Simon October 23, 2020

I’m Finally Putting My Foot Down, He Can’t Come Home This Time!

This member is at a crossroads. She has dug deep down and found the strength to lay down a boundary. Here are some suggestions on how she can stick to…

Dominique Simon September 24, 2020

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He’s Drinking Again and Anger is the Name of the Game

Alaska71 is watching her husband spiral back into drinking after a spell in an intensive outpatient treatment. Angry and threatening behaviors abound,…

an-air-member August 28, 2020

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I Feel So Hopeless: Her Drug Dealer Boyfriend is Brainwashing Her

Can you relate to this mom? She has spent much of her daughter's life battling to find the right supports and treatment, only to now watch her in …

Dominique Simon August 11, 2020