Encouragement and empowerment

Some drug-dependent men and women are highly intelligent individuals who need to feel secure in order to take the first steps towards a productive life.

It is important to look for and nurture the positive aspects of patients. This may include anything from being a good parent to exploiting a talent for writing, music or practical skills. This long, slow process builds self-respect and encourages interests beyond the drug-using circle and the nagging fixation of any addict. So with a relaxed friendly attitude patients will gain confidence from proving that they can meet self-imposed goals.