by Patrick Doyle | Jul 17, 2023 |
Are you facing the challenge of having a loved one struggling with drug use in your home? Is the pressure mounting, with everyone suggesting that kicking them out is the only solution? These circumstances can bring immense worry, confusion, and strain on...
by Patrick Doyle | Sep 11, 2022 |
While families are often in a position to encourage a loved one to get treatment, they are generally sidelined with inadequate inaccurate information, support and resources. Though many persons with addiction do not have healthy families to lean upon, the minimal...
by Patrick Doyle | Feb 3, 2022 |
People can accomplish amazing things when they feel loved. I address a listener question, “Episode 15 had great tips on recognizing addiction, but once you recognize it, how do you talk to a loved one about your concerns?” CRAFT: Community Reinforcement...
by Patrick Doyle | Jan 17, 2022 |
By far the most asked question I get is, “How do I know if my loved one has a substance use problem?” Through listening to this episode, you will become an expert in identifying addiction. You will also start to learn how you can positively influence a...
by Patrick Doyle | Jan 13, 2019 |
[photo courtesy Amazon Studios] ‘Beautiful Boy’, now on Amazon Prime Video, is an accurate portrayal of what research has shown; that rather than being unidimensional, addiction usually develops from a myriad of influences and risk factors. There can be a strong...