Allies in Recovery
Allies in Recovery
PODCAST #30 The Most Overlooked Resource: Family And Friends
PODCAST #30 The Most Overlooked Resource: Family And Friends
PODCAST #30 The Most Overlooked Resource: Family And Friends
Friday 3rd November 2017
Discover how family and friends can influence addiction recovery using CRAFT techniques. Practical tips and heartfelt encouragement from Annie and Laurie.
36 minutes
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Allies in Recovery
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Family and Friends: The Unsung Heroes in Addiction Recovery
When somebody starts coming, you know, out of sud and right and all of that, they're returning to family that hasn't necessarily been doing work to move forward or work to come out.
Have you ever felt completely powerless when trying to help a loved one struggling with addiction? In this eye-opening episode of 'Coming Up for Air', hosts Annie Highwater and Laurie McDougall tackle the often-overlooked role of family and friends in the recovery process. They challenge the common notion that there's nothing you can do or say to make a difference.
Instead, they introduce the concept of CRAFT (Community Reinforcement and Family Training), a method proven to influence positive change in loved ones battling addiction. Annie and Laurie dissect the contradictory advice often given about enabling versus being powerless, and they argue that family members can be powerful allies in recovery. Through reflective listening and effective communication, parents, spouses, and friends can become the champions their loved ones need.
They also discuss the importance of training and support for families navigating these tough waters. Whether you're a parent, spouse, or friend, this episode offers practical tips and heartfelt encouragement to help you support your loved one through their recovery journey.