I’m Concerned About My Son’s Nodding
AiR member Layagirl's son has been clean for 11 months with the help of methadone treatments, but from the start he has been experiencing signific…
Category: MAT (MEDICATION ASSISTED TREATMENT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Recovery Support
While DBT was originally designed for people with suicidal tendencies, it is effective for a host of conditions. DBT is typically taught in groups plu…
Vivitrol: for both alcohol and opiate addiction
It makes sense that your daughter is scared and ashamed. Addiction is so stigmatized, especially the use of opiates. In an ideal world, the family wou…
The “Roll Up Your Sleeves” Guide to Assisting in Recovery
Times are changing fast in the fields of addiction, treatment and recovery. As the family of an addicted Loved One, navigating the new trends can be t…
He Wants to Go Off Methadone Alone
AiR member mom101 is concerned about her son who wants to go off methadone on his own. Dominique Simon-Levine addresses this dilemma, discusses t…
How to Help your Loved One Succeed at Recovery
I have never seen a time like this. Things are moving so fast: the media and policy makers are opening their eyes to substance abuse, driven largely b…
All in All, She’s Moving Forward
This member's daughter has made vast improvements but isn't totally sober yet. Dominique Simon-Levine explores different treatment option…
My Son’s Going Nowhere
Dealing with multiple addicted Loved Ones is an enormous challenge. Treatment remains the best option we have. AiR helps you get your Loved One there.…
Overdose – Who is Responsible?
The advent and availability of Narcan are pushing the responsibility for a Loved One’s behavior onto the family even more. The suggestion that f…
I Can’t Tell When He’s High
For the majority of family members, you’ll have to hone your skills and make an educated guess as to whether or not your Loved One is using…