The Fundamentals of Addiction - A Family Member's Guide
Learn the Psychology behind addiction and how to help a family member or friend towards recovery.
Ratings 4.69 / 5.00
What You Will Learn!
- You will learn everything you need to know about helping a family member who struggles with addiction.
- You will learn how to help your loved one through detox.
- You will be able to help them with setting a quit date.
- You will be able to understand why their physical health is so important when fighting an addiction which includes their fitness, nutrition and sleep.
- You will be able to help them psychological with their mental health, spiritual health and be able to help them live each day with intention.
- You will learn how to help them navigate their social circles which includes their friends, family, and professional relationships.
- You will be able to help them identify triggers and be able to help them work through them.
- You will be able to help them if they have a relapse.
- You will be able to identify what may be a crisis situation and will be given the tools necessary to work through the crisis.
- You will be able to identify your own use of substances or behaviors and learn how to care for yourself first.
Description
5 star review:
"very good training"
Do you know some one that struggles with addiction?
This is course that will help you help them!
This course will teach you the fundamentals through unique and time-tested approaches. Addiction and recovery is an important undertaking and now through the use of technology, students can heal in the space of their own home and you can learn how to help.
The course is designed to provide you with the tools you will need to help someone you love kick their addiction for good. You should take this course if you need the expertise of professionals but are unsure about how to get that. I'm here to help!
This step by step method teaches you:
Everything you need to know about the time being right for you and for them
The importance of them setting a quit date
Understanding detox and your role in supporting them
The importance of their physical health
Fitness
Nutrition
Sleep
The importance of their psychological health
Mental Health
Spiritual Health
How to help them live intentionally
The importance of their social health
Family
Friends
Professional Relationships
The importance of understanding addiction related topics
Triggers
Relapse
Crisis and Suicide Support
You can't pour from an empty cup
Taking care of your own self
Understanding and analyzing your own use of substances and behaviours
If you are ready to take action in multiple areas of your life and their's and are committed to following through then this course is for you. We understand that not everyone can up and leave their friends, family, pets, or work to gain sobriety and it's oftentimes just as difficult for friends and family to be able to commit to such vigorous routines. This is a holistic approach so you will be encouraged to help with their physical health, psychological health and social health. This isn't family or group therapy sessions. These techniques are simple things you can do every day to ensure you are being the best support you can.
This course comprises of short lectures, assignments and quizzes as well as additional resources, podcasts, etc. that can help you understand what your loved one is going through
If you want to feel whole with your loved one and want to understand their holistic needs; body, mind and and external factors you are in the right place.
This course also includes exclusive access to a number of free downloadable materials such as podcasts, e-books, checklists, and resources.
This course is about 1 hour however, the material will need to be listened to and referred to often as you continue to support the person you love through their difficult moments.
You will also get monthly updates as well as continuous instructor support through the Q&A.
Live Rehab has numerous podcasts and additional videos with more tips and tricks related to addiction and recovery. Please be sure to listen to all of the additional material as well as forwarding them on to them so they can get the support they need as well.
You will also be invited to join our private Facebook group for even further support.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this course only for family members?
A: While this course was primarily written for family members to those who are struggling with addiction, other people can benefit from taking this course such as friends who are worried about a love one or Substance Abuse Counselors who want more knowledge and insight on addiction and recovery
Q: How is it possible to recover from an addiction online? Don't they need a 12-step program or in-patient rehab?
A: 12 step programs are outdated and their success rates are shockingly low. Not everyone is cut out for rehab and can just leave their family, friends, kids, pets, work, school, etc. The material in this course will give you the tools you need to be successful in helping them fight their addiction, however, they will need to find the motivation within so they can apply the concepts you will learn.
This course includes a series of assignments, quizzes, downloadable resources, external links to certain topics related to addiction and recovery and also links to podcasts.
Upon completing the final lecture, you will receive a certificate of completion.
Who Should Attend!
- The best students will be patient and motivated to want to help make a solid change in someone's life.
- Many people have that one reason to make this sort of change but I challenge you to think deeper about the current situation.
- If you are fed up with the old ways of treatment and they don't work for the person you care about then you will highly benefit from taking this course.
- If you are dedicated to your health and overall well-being then this course is for you! Leading by example is very powerful.
- This is not a quick, overnight fix. It takes time and dedication to work through all of the lectures and additional resources that a provided.
- Once you have worked through the entire course, you must be self motivated to implement the techniques and theories consistently if you want to help them kick their addiction for good.
- This course is for students who are able to acknowledge not just their loved one's addiction but other areas in their life that may need focus such as their own emotional well-being..
- You will be expected to turn within and get to know your own true self. There will be specific activities for you to try and you will get to choose which option is best for you.
- It isn't easy finding the right answers. This course is ideal for those who are looking for ways to support someone they love.
- Kicking an addiction will increase their quality of life in the long run. Students should be prepared to help as much as they can as long as it doesn't interfere with their own personal mental health.
