I’ve Been Enabler in Chief. I’m Through.
Despite all best intentions, families sometimes get stuck in patterns which inadvertently enable their Loved One's substance use. All is not …
Category: MODULE 5
There Are No Signs That He Wants to Talk to Me
Do you think CRAFT is amazing but find it difficult to really know when they're high or they aren't? How can you implement rewards or remove r…
He’s Been Abstinent for 3 Months but He’s Not Doing Anything!
How do you find the right balance with a Loved One in early recovery? They're abstinent but acting just as aloof and depressed as before. You'…
Is Drug Court Considered Treatment?
Drug Court can provide a positive, encouraging structure to a Loved One. But is it enough? Can the services provided be considered treatment? Sho…
How Can I Call the Wedding Off Gently?
kam132 is set to get married next month, but her Loved One seems to have a serious problem with alcohol and isn't really addressing it. Does she c…
I Lost Another Child to SUD, I’m Too Sad to Move Forward
How do you remain objective when your heart is full of sorrow? Here, Laurie MacDougall provides direction to a member trying to help her son while gri…
Bribes, Incentives, and Positive Reinforcement – Part 2
In this follow-up to her post on incentives, bribes and reinforcing, Laurie MacDougall shares her "One and Done" approach. Read on for a practical and…
Bribes, Incentives, and Positive Reinforcement – Part 1
A family member writes in wondering about rewarding her loved one for attending a few recovery group meetings. Guest author and recovery enthusiast La…
I Can’t Tell If He’s Using or Not
CRAFT asks us to base our responses on whether or not our Loved One is currently using. How can you be sure if they're living far away?
Podcast #21—Enabling Non-Use
(47 min) We've all heard of enabling use, but what about enabling non-use? In this week's podcast, Laurie and Annie discuss the positive power…
