She Can’t Come Back Home
iagirlsmom has come to the realization that her home can no longer be open to her Loved One. But holding this line feels unfathomable as the cold…
Category: MENTAL HEALTH
Multiple Addictions and Dopamine
A psychaitrist suggested that a Loved One take medication to increase dopamine levels. Here Dominique Simon-Levine addresses the complex topic of…
She’s About to Be Back on the Streets
tinasananes is torn. Her Loved One keeps cycling between rehabs and a very rough life on the streets. It feels like it's time to walk away. D…
He Claims We Kicked Him Out
A Loved One left home when the family held strong with their boundaries... he's been destructive in the past but still takes …
Where Do We Draw The Line?
A young woman has relapsed after 1.5 years of abstinence, but her parents don't think the substance use is the issue. When it comes time to s…
Is He Sabotaging His Recent Success?
mandybrownaz's Loved One has a promising job lead, and is showing hopeful signs here and there. But he still has periods of use - why do…
Diabetes With Multiple Addictions
1delapisa's Loved One struggles with severe addictions, Type 1 Diabetes and mental illness. He needs substantial support but refuses to discuss it…
His Rehab Didn’t Allow Suboxone
A Loved One has had long stretches of sobriety, but during relapses he has faced enormous challenges getting help. Dominique Simon-Levine details…
Where Can He Go After Rehab?
A Loved One will be finishing rehab soon but coming back home is not ideal... He can be angry and hard to be around. Here Dominique Simon-Le…
He’s Not Taking The Suboxone…
A Loved One is spinning out of control again. His family member is torn about paying for another 3 weeks at the Suboxone clinic since it seems like he…