Should I Abstain Completely When My Loved One is Around?
Modeling the behavior we are looking for in our loved one is effective, and a key element of CRAFT. It may make sense to avoid drinking, if you are tr…
Category: Alcohol Addiction Treatment
You’ve Got a Plan! How to Guide Your Loved One Towards Recovery
If you’re reading this, congratulations! You’ve made it to this site. This means you are putting together a plan for dealing with substance abuse …
How to Get an Addicted Family Member into Treatment
An intervention does not have to be a big dramatic family meeting with lots of tears and pressure. It can simply be a quiet moment at the kitchen tabl…
Abstinence vs. Moderation for Those Addicted to Drugs or Alcohol
The question of “Abstinence vs. Moderation” is one that some people contemplate daily, but that many others have never considered. Your family mem…
How to Spot if Someone Is Addicted to Drugs or Alcohol
When wondering whether a loved one is addicted to drugs or alcohol, ask yourself whether their use is causing problems, no matter how subtle.
What Triggers People to Use Drugs and Alcohol
Understanding the triggers that drive your loved one to use will make you more effective in responding to your loved one.